Meta is failing its LGBTQ+ users, says new GLAAD report
A new GLAAD study highlights Meta’s failure to moderate harmful content targeting transgender, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming users despite clear policy violations.
March 27 2024 12:24 PM
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GLAAD urges action over Meta’s ongoing neglect of moderating anti-trans hate
The LGBTQ+ advocacy group is criticizing Meta for continuing to allow anti-trans content on its platforms without effective moderation.
March 18 2024 3:48 PM
This gay dad is standing up to conservatives after one host called him a 'pervert homo' (exclusive)
José Rolón, known as @nycgaydad on social media, is speaking out after a "D-list Tucker Carlson" accused him of sexcrimes without evidence.
February 29 2024 4:45 PM
Instagram and Threads won't promote ‘political’ content. No one knows what they define as ‘political’
The sweeping and opaque decision to reduce certain content it deems undesirable further extends Meta’s announcement in the fall that Threads is “not going to amplify news on the platform.”
February 15 2024 2:46 PM
LGBTQ+ people have been arrested through social media. Meta must protect them, says human rights groups
Human Rights Watch and other LGBTQ+ rights groups are calling on Meta to prevent social media from being used against queer people, particularly in places where their identities are criminalized.
January 25 2024 8:00 AM
GLAAD demands Mark Zuckerberg public statement on Facebook’s anti-trans content moderation failure
Following a critical Oversight Board report on Meta’s handling of anti-trans Facebook content, GLAAD has urged the Meta CEO to address the company’s content moderation policies publicly.
January 18 2024 12:26 PM
Conversion therapy content is being banned by social media companies thanks to the work of LGBTQ+ group
Promoting the dangerous and discredited practice of conversion therapy now violates several companies’ content policies. Some companies say it's thanks to GLAAD's recommendations and research.
January 16 2024 4:55 PM
San Jose council member granted restraining order against transphobic Instagramer
A court issued the order to the “ESSJ Times” owner following concerns over posts that incited hate against the LGBTQ+ community.
January 07 2024 12:00 PM
Florida GOP chairman Christian Ziegler’s rape investigation expands to video voyeurism
Sarasota police widen the probe to include unlawful videotaping, as Republican Party leadership is set to remove Ziegler at an upcoming meeting.
January 03 2024 3:35 PM
Andre Braugher’s Onscreen Husband Pays Tribute to the Late Actor
Tributes pour in for the beloved Brooklyn Nine-Nine actor remembered for his talent, kindness, and enduring legacy.
December 13 2023 5:17 PM
‘Gays Against Groomers’ Outraged ChatGPT Refuses to Generate Anti-Transgender Content
The right-wing group’s frustration mounts after AI program ChatGPT declines to produce content opposing gender-affirming health care.
November 16 2023 4:29 PM
Bobby Berk to Exit ‘Queer Eye’ After Eighth Season
The design guru Bobby Berk expressed heartfelt gratitude to fans as he prepares for his final season.
November 13 2023 4:12 PM
Meta Under Fire After Suspending & Reinstating ‘Gays Against Groomers’ on Instagram
Instagram had suspended the anti-transgender far-right group, but reinstated it only hours later.
October 25 2023 5:45 PM
Instagram Suspends 'Gays Against Groomers' Amid Scrutiny of Meta’s Moderation Policies
The suspension follows a report criticizing Meta’s handling of hateful anti-LGBTQ+ content on Instagram.
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October 25 2023 3:05 PM
Did You Know ‘Christian Girl Autumn’ Influencer Caitlin Covington Is an LGBTQ+ Ally?
Because we didn't.
October 01 2023 10:00 AM
TikToker Fatally Shot in Baghdad As Iraq Cracks Down on LGBTQ+ Community
Known on social media as “Noor BM,” 23-year-old Noor Alsaffar had over 370,000 followers collectively on Instagram and TikTok.
September 28 2023 3:16 PM
Meta Fails to Moderate Content from Anti-Trans Hate Group on Instagram, Watchdog Group Says
Despite clear violations, controversial group continues to spread false and harmful narratives unchecked on Instagram, igniting concerns over Meta’s commitment to LGBTQ+ safety, according to a new report.
September 26 2023 10:00 AM
‘RuPublicans’ Parody Account Targets Greg Abbott in Texas Billboard Ad Campaign
The gay men behind the parody Instagram account that holds Republicans accountable have turned their art into activism.
September 08 2023 4:30 PM
‘Bachelorette’ Alum Josh Seiter Has Few Answers in ‘Hacked’ Instagram Account & Death Hoax
Although he had access to any number of media organizations he saidhis focus was on regaining access to his account so he could tell the world he was okay.
August 30 2023 7:00 PM
Instagram Is Blocking LGBTQ+ Accounts: Report
Some queer content creators report receiving notifications that their content was “non-recommendable.”