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White House clarifies support for gender-affirming care for transgender youth after backlash (exclusive)
The Human Rights Campaign led an effort to get the White House to clear up its previous statement opposing some treatment options for transgender Americans.
July 08 2024 9:29 PM
An urgent call to protect gender-affirming care
While efforts to ban or severely limit access to gender-affirming care are blunt and sweeping, gender-affirming care is anything but, writes Human Rights Watch's Yasemin Smallens.
May 22 2024 2:06 PM
3 books to read before the November elections
These political reads examine the current state of facism, religion, transphobia, and more in the U.S.
April 04 2024 9:38 AM
Creating a safe and affirming space for transgender youth
In the face of rising anti-trans legislation and cultural challenges, the resilience and joy of trans youth underscore the urgent need for affirming spaces and supportive communities.
April 01 2024 12:30 PM
Alabama judge unseals report accusing top LGBTQ+ rights attorneys of improper judge shopping
The report is related to lawsuits brought against Alabama’s 2022 ban on gender-affirming health care for trans youth.
March 20 2024 1:56 PM
'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 12:30 PM
Navigating the media minefield: supporting gender expansive youth with confidence
In the face of widespread misinformation and media bias, the need to shine a light on the overwhelmingly positive experiences of gender-expansive youth and adults is more needed than ever.
February 26 2024 3:30 PM
Trump wins New Hampshire primary, but Haley's not dropping out (yet)
Nikki Haley, the last Republican standing against Trump, was defiant when she addressed her supporters.
January 23 2024 9:17 PM
United Nations urged to investigate Texas’ anti-LGBTQ+ legislation as ‘human rights crisis’ (exclusive)
Equality Texas, ACLU, GLAAD, and Human Rights Campaign seek global intervention in response to Texas’ systematic attack on transgender rights.
January 22 2024 5:20 PM
Democrats in Congress Introduce Transgender Day of Remembrance Resolution
"This resolution honors the lives of the trans people we have lost to senseless violence and stands as a symbol of their resilience," says U.S. Rep. Pramila Jayapal.
November 20 2023 5:46 PM
Here Are Our 2024 Election Predictions. Will They Come True?
With a year to go, The Advocate editors consult their crystal balls.
November 07 2023 1:46 PM
What Virginia's State Elections Could Mean for LGBTQ+ People
Virginia is the only state in the South that has more protections for than discriminatory policies against LGBTQ+ people.
November 06 2023 12:24 PM
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers Vows to Veto Anti-Trans Legislation
Lawmakers are considering bills to ban gender-affirming care for youth and bar trans girls and women from female school sports teams.
October 07 2023 11:00 AM
Kentucky Allowed to Enforce Trans Care Ban, Appeals Court Rules
The Sixth Circuit had ruled similarly in a case out of Tennessee.
August 01 2023 5:10 PM
Louisiana Republicans Overturn Veto on Gender-Affirming Care Ban
Gov. Edwards sustained his veto of two other anti-LGBTQ+ bills.
July 19 2023 1:52 PM
The New York Times Parrots GOP Lies About LGBTQ+ Youth
We now have two columnists, including a gay staffer, suggesting transphobia is legitimate.
July 13 2023 5:26 PM
Is This the Next Supreme Court Case on LGBTQ+ Rights?
The ruling from the Sixth Circuit is the first court decision in favor of a ban on gender-affirming care for trans minors.
July 11 2023 5:15 PM
Gender-Affirming Care Bans Are Detrimental to Trans Youth: Study
Anti-trans legislation is having a severe impact on the mental health of trans youth.
June 23 2023 11:00 AM
Man Harasses 9-Year-Old at Field Day Event, Falsely Insists She’s Transgender
He expected to receive certification that the elementary school girl was assigned female at birth.
June 14 2023 2:00 PM