Kansas Rep. Sharice Davids brings her intersectional experience as an LGBTQ+ Native American to Capitol Hill
She told The Advocate about how she sees her role as somebody representing so many who don’t often see themselves in power.
November 1, 2024
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'Death by bullying' — teen’s suicide finding elicits anger and sadness among Oklahoma’s LGBTQ+ community
In the wake of the medical examiner's report, queer Oklahomans have called out the bullying Nex Benedict endured. “Even if it is a suicide, it’s still by bullying,” one person said.
March 14, 2024
Google Doodle Honors Barbara May Cameron, Lesbian Native American Activist
It would have been the activist's 69th birthday.
May 22, 2023
These Native-American Tribes Are Pioneering Marriage Equality
The Puyallup Tribe is the latest to join a growing list of Native-American tribes legalizing same-sex marriage, many in states that have banned it.
July 28, 2014
Gay Native American Sharice Davids Heading to Congress
In a history-making win, Davids unseated Republican incumbent Kevin Yoder in Kansas.
November 6, 2018
Wash. Native American Tribe Recognizes Marriage Equality
The Colville Tribal Council voted Thursday to recognize same-sex marriages among members of its tribe.
September 9, 2013
Eight LGBT Native Americans You Should Know
Native American Heritage Month is a great time to remember we are everywhere.
November 23, 2012
Gay Native American Sharice Davids Reelected to U.S. House
Davids was the first gay Native American in Congress and is the only Democrat in Kansas's congressional delegation.
November 8, 2022
Native American Tribe in Oklahoma Approves Same-Sex Marriage
This week's vote allows the Osage Nation's judicial branch to issue marriage licenses to gay and lesbian couples, according to Reuters.
March 23, 2017
Gay Okla. Couple Legally Married by Native American Tribe
Even though Oklahoma forbids same-sex marriage, members of Native American tribes are not beholden to state law.
October 23, 2013
Michigan Native American Tribe Recognizes Same-Sex Marriage
The Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians tribe in Michigan performs their first same-sex marriage ceremony.
March 15, 2013
Google Honored Two-Spirit Leader for Native American Heritage Month
The late We:wa of the Zuni people is remembered as a spiritual leader who helped popularize indigenous art and who stood up to the U.S. government as settlers approached Zuni land.
November 2, 2021
Native American Drag Star Lady Shug Is More Than Glamour
This indigenous advocate has their sights set on more than pageants or shows.
June 12, 2019
GOP Official Out After 'Reservation' Comment on Gay Native American
A Kansas Republican said congressional candidate Sharice Davids "will be sent back packing to the reservation."
October 15, 2018
Sharice Davids Could Be America's First Out Native American Rep.
Davids, a mixed martial arts fighter, won the Democratic primary on Tuesday, and will compete against an anti-LGBTQ Republican incumbent.
August 8, 2018
Two-Spirit Native American, Acey D. Morrison, Killed in South Dakota
Morrison, who was shot to death in Rapid City, is being remembered as a "kindhearted, down to earth, joyous, respectful, and loving soul."
September 16, 2022
American Indian/Alaskan Native LGBTQ+ Youth Face High Suicide Risk
The Trevor Project has released a new research brief for Native American Heritage Month.
November 17, 2020
Saving Two Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQ+ Youth
Friday is Native American Heritage Day -- protecting queer Native young people must be part of the conversation.
November 26, 2021
Roy Moore Uses Racist Terms, Decries 'Sodomy'
Moore used offensive terms for Native Americans and Asian-Americans at a Sunday rally.
September 18, 2017
Evangelical Lutheran Church Elects First Openly Gay Bishop
Guy Erwin is also the denomination's first Native American bishop.
June 1, 2013