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Why gay conversion therapy survivor Mathew Shurka says people like him are needed in Congress

The New York City Democrat is the cofounder of the anti-conversion therapy project Born Perfect.

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Many alleged suicides of Black trans women are in fact modern-day lynchings, report finds

Jill Collen Jefferson, the founder of JULIAN, explains what happens when a transgender woman’s death is ruled a suicide and a community calls it something else.

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21 states now limit transgender people’s bathroom use, with criminal penalties in two

In a growing number of Republican-led states, just using the bathroom is becoming a crime depending on who you are.

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Meet the activist who wants people living with HIV to know they’re still sexy

Andrew Spieldenner, executive director of MPACT Global, is one of The Advocate's 2026 Amazing People with HIV.

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Anti-DEI bill threatening Florida Pride events gains momentum in GOP legislature

Iowa House Republicans pass a bill that will make the lives of transgender residents worse

Conservative lawmakers are attempting to take away protections that some local governments have put in place to prevent discrimination against their LGBTQ+ citizens.

LGBTQ+ celebs react to Kristi Noem’s firing: ‘Put her in prison! Lock her up!’

Plenty of outspoken queer stars are bidding farewell to the former Secretary of Homeland Security.

Why gay conversion therapy survivor Mathew Shurka says people like him are needed in Congress

The New York City Democrat is the cofounder of the anti-conversion therapy project Born Perfect.

Many alleged suicides of Black trans women are in fact modern-day lynchings, report finds

Jill Collen Jefferson, the founder of JULIAN, explains what happens when a transgender woman’s death is ruled a suicide and a community calls it something else.

Florida suddenly cuts off 12,000 people from receiving their HIV meds

In a shocking move, the state’s Department of Health utilized its “11th hour” emergency rule just one day ahead of a lawsuit hearing.

Gay man gunned down outside popular Orlando LGBTQ+ nightclub

The shooting happened as the venue was closing.

21 states now limit transgender people’s bathroom use, with criminal penalties in two

In a growing number of Republican-led states, just using the bathroom is becoming a crime depending on who you are.

Pulse nightclub demolition set for March to make way for memorial

The city of Orlando has also scheduled a meeting in which the public can view the memorial plans.

Gay Days Orlando canceled, citing sponsor losses and mounting pressures on LGBTQ+ gatherings

It was supposed to be the event's 35th anniversary in June.

Older gay men built their own hockey fandom. Then came ‘Heated Rivalry’

The hit show is an unexpected invitation for some older gay hockey fans to reflect on love, acceptance, and coming out.

Meet the activist who wants people living with HIV to know they’re still sexy

Andrew Spieldenner, executive director of MPACT Global, is one of The Advocate's 2026 Amazing People with HIV.

Florida seeks to expand gender-affirming care ban; could criminalize pharmacists and counselors

Bills introduced by Republicans would criminalize anyone who "aids and abets" in providing gender-affirming care to trans youth.

Florida city installs Pride bike racks after being forced to remove rainbow crosswalks

St. Petersburg's new bike rack publicly displays LGBTQ+ Pride while complying orders to keep crosswalks undecorated.

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Conservative lawmakers are attempting to take away protections that some local governments have put in place to prevent discrimination against their LGBTQ+ citizens.

Plenty of outspoken queer stars are bidding farewell to the former Secretary of Homeland Security.

The New York City Democrat is the cofounder of the anti-conversion therapy project Born Perfect.

Jill Collen Jefferson, the founder of JULIAN, explains what happens when a transgender woman’s death is ruled a suicide and a community calls it something else.

In a shocking move, the state’s Department of Health utilized its “11th hour” emergency rule just one day ahead of a lawsuit hearing.

The shooting happened as the venue was closing.

In a growing number of Republican-led states, just using the bathroom is becoming a crime depending on who you are.

The city of Orlando has also scheduled a meeting in which the public can view the memorial plans.

It was supposed to be the event's 35th anniversary in June.

The hit show is an unexpected invitation for some older gay hockey fans to reflect on love, acceptance, and coming out.

Andrew Spieldenner, executive director of MPACT Global, is one of The Advocate's 2026 Amazing People with HIV.

Bills introduced by Republicans would criminalize anyone who "aids and abets" in providing gender-affirming care to trans youth.

St. Petersburg's new bike rack publicly displays LGBTQ+ Pride while complying orders to keep crosswalks undecorated.