Mutual aid saved my life. Now, I’m paying it forward
The community stepped in when the system failed Gabrielle Inès Souza. She reflects on how leading The Okra Project returns that care to others.
November 10, 2025
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79% of American workers say anti-LGBTQ+ laws impact where they move: report
As 4 out of 5 U.S. workers say anti-LGBTQ+ laws affects where they relocate, inclusion is just "smart business practice," according to a new study by nonprofit Out & Equal.
March 27, 2024
HBO Donates $100K to LGBTQ+ Groups in States Where ‘We’re Here' Filmed
The donations will go to advocacy groups that support the LGBTQ+ community in their states.
June 14, 2023
Charlotte Clarifies Transgender Policy for Public Bathrooms
With just a few emails, a local trans activist in this North Carolina city was able to get clarity -- and equality -- from major sports venues.
July 23, 2015
Antigay Bishop Says He Was Just Following Pope's Orders
Has Pope Francis for the first time stepped into a public policy debate about LGBT people?
December 30, 2013
Hate Group Demands Ben Carson Explain Himself
Carson should make clear that the supportive policies he apparently endorsed as a board member at Costco and Kellogg won't translate to public policy, says Perkins.
November 2, 2015
Compassionate Business Policies Pay Off
So-called ESG policies benefit employees, the public, and the bottom line, writes this executive.
October 3, 2023
Anonymous Boy Scouts Employee Says Antigay Policy Hurts Business
Two op-eds in national publications today argue that the antigay policy is bad for the Boy Scouts' financial health.
May 22, 2013
San Francisco’s Transgender Income Assistance Program Faces Legal Challenge
A lawsuit targeting initiatives for transgender individuals and other groups puts a spotlight on inclusivity and anti-discrimination in public policy.
December 14, 2023
FDA to Ease Blood Donor Ban, Still Sticking to One-Year Abstinence
There will be an opportunity to air concerns and recommendations by the public in a new policy to ease the ban on gay and bisexual male blood donations.
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December 23, 2014
Stephen Miller's Legal Firm Sues Arizona School District Over Trans-Supportive Policies
The former Donald Trump aide's legal group says Mesa Public Schools' inclusive policies violate parents' rights.
November 23, 2023
Joe Biden Urges Business Leaders to Stand for LGBT Rights Worldwide
At the World Economic Forum, Biden tells execs they can help change public opinion and government policy in homophobic nations.
January 21, 2016
Chaos, Teacher Quits as Virginia School District OKs Pro-Trans Policy
Over a hundred people gave public comments before the district's school board voted on the policy, months after the proposal was made.Â
August 12, 2021
Church Leader in Viral Video Not a Gay Rights Champion After All
The Georgia minister who called out homophobes actually opposes same-sex marriage -- but he distinguishes between 'personal theology and public policy.'
July 29, 2015
WATCH: Fox Affiliate Cancels Radio Show After Interview with LGBT Advocate
The Nevada Fox News Radio affiliate canceled the public policy talk show after the host conducted an interview with a Dallas-based LGBT activist.
August 30, 2012
Preview: What's in Store for LGBT Families in 2014?
The fight for LGBT families' rights will continue next year. Here's what to expect, says Emily Hecht-McGowan, director of public policy at the Family Equality Council.
December 24, 2013
Meet the First Trans White House LGBT Liaison
Advocates are cheering for Raffi Freedman-Gurspan, a Latina public policy expert who becomes the first out transgender person to serve as the White House's LGBT liaison.
March 14, 2016
Future Mom Talks About the Many Legal Hurdles to Being an LGBT Family
The Family Equality Council's director for public policy explains all the steps her family has had to go through to ensure the law can't ever tear them apart.
July 18, 2012
Ky. Print Shop Clarifies Antigay Policy With New Sign
To avoid 'public confusion' over the image of a crossed-out rainbow flag on the Herald Embroidery storefront, the owner has replaced the graphic with a sign detailing its antigay policy.
April 30, 2014