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Georgia hearing: Only anti-trans proponents allowed to speak; those against raise hands

In a hearing in Georgia on Senate Bill 88, a bill that restricts LGBTQ+ curriculum in schools, Republicans only allowed people from Gays Against Groomers and Log Cabin Republicans to speak.

Texas Lawmaker Introduces Worse Version of 'Don't Say Gay' Law

As if Florida's restriction on access to information about LGBTQ+ topics for public school students wasn't tight enough.

How American Classrooms Are Being Censored in 2023: Report

Amid electoral rebukes for Moms for Liberty, a recent report highlights a disturbing rise in state legislatures imposing restrictions on LGBTQ+ discussions in schools, affecting educators and students nationwide.

It Gets Better Project changes name amid challenging landscape for LGBTQ+ youth (exclusive)

With a new name and website, the organization adapts its mission to offer broader support for LGBTQ+ youth, navigating challenges and expanding its reach across America.

Texas Is One of the Worst States for LGBTQ+ People, Says New Report

The annual Human Rights Campaign State Equality Index labeled Texas as a "high priority to achieve basic equality."

Virginia School Board Rejects $10k It Gets Better Grant Supporting LGBTQ+ Students

The school district rejected a grant from the It Gets Better Project, which has awarded $600,000 to schools to support LGBTQ+ students.

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​Ron DeSantis Set to Expand ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Law to All Grades in Florida​

It comes almost a year after he signed the current "don't say gay" law.

Two Texas Teachers on Harnessing Spirit Day Every Day

Find out how these educators are keeping queer youth safe.

Michael Bublé Gives Shout to LGBTQ+ Community: 'God Bless You'

"Identify how you want to identify,” the Canadian star shared.

Hundreds Rally Against Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills in Arizona, Texas

Multiple pieces of homophobic and transphobic legislation are pending in both states.

Student Paper Revived After Being Shut Down Over LGBTQ+ Edition

The issue discussed the history of homophobia and Florida's "don't say gay" law.

Richmond Maintains Perfect Score in LGBTQ+ City Ranking

Amid increasing state-level anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, Richmond set a high standard for municipal equality, scoring 100 in the Human Rights Campaign’s 2023 Municipal Equality Index.

Breakfast Cereals Have Sexualities? This Viral TikTok Breaks It Down

A viral TikTok from teacher Jacob Ryan Carlew features a PowerPoint made by a student that delves into sexualities with the help of popular breakfast cereals.

Glenn Youngkin Goes After Transgender Kids in Revised School Policies

His administration’s “model policies” roll back protections the previous Democratic governor implemented to affirm the identities of vulnerable transgender kids.

Judges Block Tennessee, Kentucky Bans on Transition Care for Minors

These aren't final decisions on the bans, but they can't be enforced while lawsuits against them are heard.

Mark Zuckerberg announces Facebook & Instagram will be more like X in second Trump term

Meta will no longer have independent fact-checkers and less content moderation, the CEO announced.

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Washington makes school curriculum more 'inclusive' by adding LGBTQ+ history

When students "feel a connection to what they’re learning, they do better," said Democratic Sen. Marko Liias.

Nebraska Judge Dismisses Transgender Graduate's Suit Over Shutdown of School Paper

The former student who brought the suit could not prove he was harmed by the school's action, the judge ruled.

New kids’ book ‘Hooray for She, He, Ze, and They!’ explores gender euphoria amid LGBTQ+ book bans

Nonbinary author Lindz Amer’s new children’s picture book champions diverse representation and free expression. The Advocate spoke to them about their motivation for writing it.

Missouri's 'Don't Say Gay' Bill Is Even Worse Than Florida's

If Missouri lawmakers had their way, young people wouldn't learn anything about LGBTQ+ people until they're out of high school.

Missouri's Largest Library System Boots Pride Displays in Kids, Teen Areas

The state has new rules regarding "age-inappropriate" materials in public libraries.