Native leaders fear for queer Indigenous youth as Trump slashes LGBTQ+ rights
The two-spirit community already faces some of the highest rates of discrimination, violence, and harassment of any group in the LGBTQ+ community.
May 11, 2025
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Devery Jacobs didn't have the 'option to be in the closet' — and she didn't want it
The Reservation Dogs and American Gods actor has a message for queer Indigenous youth.
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The Trevor Project's survey included responses from almost 34,000 queer youth.
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Reservations Dogs' Devery Jacobs on Authentic Queer Indigenous Stories
The queer actor who stars in the acclaimed FX comedy that centers Indigenous teens is one of The Advocate's People of the Year for 2021.
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How Miss Navi Ho uses the power of drag to educate about Two Spirit identity
The Sister of Perpetual Indulgence and Navajo Nation Pride board member is teaching the world about the beauty and diversity of Indigenous culture.
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Devery Jacobs no tenía la 'opción de estar en el closet' y no la quería
La actriz de Reservation Dogs y American Gods tiene un mensaje para los jóvenes indígenas queer.
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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.
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Saving Indigenous Trans Women
A New Mexico task force held a special meeting this week to address violence against trans and queer Indigenous people.
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The LGBTQ+ Mental Health Crisis, Explained
The Trevor Project's most recent national survey found an increased suicide risk for LGBTQ+ young people.
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New Study Shows Upward Trend in Suicide Risk for LGBTQ+ Youth
"The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and relentless political attacks during this time period cannot be understated," said Amit Paley, CEO and executive director of The Trevor Project.
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On Spirit Day, Stand Against All That Marginalizes Queer People
Spirit Day, a day to support LGBTQ+ youth, is also a day to fight racism and other forms of oppression that queer people live under.
October 21, 2021
The fight to decolonize queer identity
Explore the profound impact of colonial legacies on LGBTQ+ identities, revealing the urgent need for decolonization and reclamation of languages that reaffirm our identities across cultures.
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Ellen Page Would Be Thrilled to Play Queer for the Rest of Her Career
The actress and activist does not have time for questions about whether she's worried she'll be "typecast" for playing queer.
September 12, 2019
A Vote to Defend Education and LGBTQ+ Youth Will Protect Democracy
Inclusive public education is the foundation of democracy.
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Catholic School District Removes LGBTQ+ Resources
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Donald Trump's anti-LGBTQ+ cabinet: An in-depth look
Trump's 2.0 cabinet is a cast of characters from right-wing television and MAGA politics. Here are their LGBTQ+ rights records.
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The journey of an LGBTQ+ rights advocate: Jaymes Black tells their story
"I dropped out of high school after being outed in the 90s," writes Jaymes Black. "Now I’m a CEO for the leading LGBTQ+ mental health nonprofit."
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