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An out former USAID official speaks on the fatal global fallout of dissolving its LGBTQ+ programs (exclusive)

“People are begging us, ‘What do we do now? How do we keep people from being arrested, beaten, sick or worse?’ And we have no answers for them,” the former USAID official said.

Biden Campaign Launches LGBTQ+ Voter Initiative

Out for Biden, run by a diverse group of activists, seeks to drive record LGBTQ+ turnout for the Democratic presidential nominee.

Michigan Activists Prep Ballot Initiative for LGBTQ Protections

Advocates are trying to ban bias in the state but are currently stymied by a GOP legislature.

5 Red State LGBTQ+ Communities Targeted in New Pride Initiative

The "United We Stand" effort, from Unilever, Rana Reeves, and Tourmaline, will address LGBTQ+ people in cities with few to no protections.

Biden campaign announces major Pride Month initiatives highlighting support of LGBTQ+ community

While Republicans are trying to cast the LGBTQ+ community as deviant, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are doubling down on winning the queer vote.

Joe Biden launches ‘Out for Biden-Harris’ campaign initiative to engage & woo LGBTQ+ voters (exclusive)

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris want queer people to know what's at stake this election and to get involved.

Republican Lawmakers Look to Ban Pride Flags at Stonewall, Other National Sites

Republicans have begun targeting LGBTQ-related initiatives in latest round of the national budget process.

Two media insiders are forming a collective advocating for the community

The past decade saw incredible progress in LGBTQ+ representation in media, but recent trends show a concerning decline. Learn how the latest initiative strives to ensure LGBTQ+ stories and creatives can be celebrated and supported.

HBCU Out Loud Day Emboldens the Intersection of Black and LGBTQ+ Identities on Campus

The Human Rights Campaign’s initiative fosters a culture of acceptance and celebration on historically black college campuses, showcasing the rich tapestry of identities within the Black LGBTQ+ community.

Toyota faces backlash for backtracking on DEI, LGBTQ+ efforts

Plus, learn more about Robby Starbuck: the conservative activist targeting companies to drop their support of LGBTQ+ events and DEI efforts.

Queer Youth 'Slay The Runway' in Fashion Workshop Catered to LGBTQ+ Teens

The two-week workshop ends with a fashion show featuring the teens' designs.

Bud Light Pledges $200k to Support LGBTQ+ Business Owners of Color

It comes weeks after the brand received fierce backlash over a partnership with trans influencer Dylan Mulvaney.

Obama Slams Book Bans in Open Letter to American Librarians

The former president took aim at the recent push by right-wing extremists to ban books from public and school libraries.

Latinx LGBTQ+ Organizations to Benefit From New Grant Program

Latinx luminaries (from left) Michaela Jae Rodriguez, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Ricky Martin helped announce the Hispanic Federation project.

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.

Richmond Maintains Perfect Score in LGBTQ+ City Ranking

Amid increasing state-level anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, Richmond set a high standard for municipal equality, scoring 100 in the Human Rights Campaign’s 2023 Municipal Equality Index.

As LGBTQ+ elders face isolation during the holidays, SAGE offers ways to help

"The holidays are a difficult time for many people, and they’re particularly difficult for people who suffer from social isolation year-round,” says SAGE CEO Michael Adams.

From PEPFAR to peril, what happens when lifelines are cut?

The Trump administration's relentless attack on LGBTQ+ rights is not just a policy shift—it's a life-or-death situation for countless individuals worldwide, writes Outright International's Maria Sjödin.

Biden Rolls Out New LGBTQ+ Resources on Day of Historic White House Pride Celebration

Thousands of LGBTQ+ people have been invited to attend a celebration of Pride on the South Lawn of the White House.

Target dropped DEI, so Minnesota’s largest Pride festival dropped Target's sponsorship — and raised even more

After rejecting Target's pledged $50,000, Twin Cities Pride executive director Andi Otto tells The Advocate how his organization raised more than double that in less than 24 hours.

Could This Be the First Out Gay Man Elected to the U.S. Senate?

Former diplomat Dan Baer, who just landed an endorsement from the Victory Fund, hopes to unseat Colorado's Cory Gardner.