California bans forced outing of LGBTQ+ students as Gov. Gavin Newsom signs landmark law
California is the first and only state to outlaw forced outing.
July 16 2024 2:49 PM
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New Utah law brings closure of LGBTQ+ centers at public universities
The new law leaves students without safe spaces.
July 03 2024 3:20 PM
Tennessee's first out LGBTQ+ school board member: 'pay attention' to your local government
Zach Young tells The Advocate about the "horror stories" overtaking U.S. school boards and how he'll use his position to fight back against anti-LGBTQ+ hate.
June 26 2024 3:46 PM
Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff to tackle Republican book bans at Manhattan roundtable discussion (exclusive)
He will talk about the Biden-Harris administration’s commitment to fight these threats to students’ civil rights.
May 22 2024 6:00 AM
Meet the gay man who will be Tennessee's first out LGBTQ+ school board member
Zach Young is running unopposed for his seat in Metro Nashville's third district, solidifying his spot in history.
May 14 2024 5:38 PM
The queerest education in America: How LGBTQ+ kids thrive at this Indiana school
In South Bend, River Montessori High School is supporting its students to be their true selves. Here's a look inside its affirming walls.
May 13 2024 6:00 AM
Forced outing leads to high depression rates among LGBTQ+ youth, yet legislation persists
Eleven states currently either mandate or "promote" the forced outing of LGBTQ+ students, despite the proven harm to their health.
April 23 2024 8:00 AM
New Biden administration Title IX rule protects transgender students’ bathroom & pronoun use at school
The updated rules enhance protections against discrimination based on sex, including for LGBTQ+ students, but leave the issue of transgender athletes’ participation in sports for further review.
April 19 2024 5:00 AM
After decades of silent protest, advocates and students speak out for LGBTQ+ rights
This year, for the first time, the “Day of Silence” morphed into a day of action called the “Day of (NO) Silence.”
April 13 2024 10:52 AM
A youth's call to action on this Day of NO Silence
The Day of NO Silence emerges as a powerful call to action, transforming a day of quiet solidarity into a loud, unapologetic movement against the ongoing discrimination faced by LGBTQ+ youths in schools.
April 12 2024 5:00 PM
'Written in the Stars:' University of Michigan hosts 'Pride Prom' for LGBTQ+ students
The event was aimed at LGBTQ+ students who "maybe didn’t have the best experience at their high school prom," according to an organizer.
April 08 2024 12:51 PM
California parents oust school board members who enacted anti-LGBTQ+ policy
Two members of the Orange Unified School District board have been removed by parents who opposed a policy requiring school staff to out transgender kids.
March 18 2024 9:45 AM
How LGBTQ+ advocates secured a victory against Florida's 'don't say gay' law
In a landmark legal victory, advocates dismantled Florida's 'don't say gay or trans' law, championing a more inclusive and accepting educational environment for LGBTQ+ students and families.
March 12 2024 12:30 PM
Nex Benedict vigils are erupting across the country. Here are powerful photos from these memorials
February 29 2024 3:00 PM
Nex Benedict's death spurs student walkout at his Oklahoma high school over anti-LGBTQ+ bullying
While the protest aimed to shed a light on bullying against LGBTQ+ students, organizers also set out to let queer youth know they're not alone.
February 27 2024 5:20 PM
North Carolina's 'don't say gay' law and anti-trans sports statute challenged by activists
The Campaign for Southern Equality filed a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education, saying these statutes violate federal law.
February 01 2024 10:15 AM
Finding queer hope in the face of adversity this Mentorship Month
One mentor finds energy and hope in the LGBTQ youth of today.
January 31 2024 1:55 PM
Hate crimes are on the rise at schools, and it's only getting worse for LGBTQ+ students
New FBI data reflects the growing number of hate crimes in the U.S., while highlighting the role that schools play in combating such incidents.
January 31 2024 9:00 AM
Missouri Republicans add trans bathroom ban to 'parents' rights' education bill
"It is a statewide issue that your biological sex matches which locker room and which restroom you're going into," said Republican Sen. Nick Schroer.
January 26 2024 9:55 AM
Laphonza Butler, first Black lesbian senator, honors young people in first Senate speech
"Young people are demonstrating their willingness to be the force, the energy, and the face of change," she said.
January 18 2024 3:48 PM