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Read the latest news about transgender issues. Learn more about how transgender public figures, including Chelsea Manning, Jen Richards, Laverne Cox, Janet Mock, Caitlyn Jenner, Chaz Bono, and others are shaping and pushing forward the agenda of the LGBT rights movement. Whether it’s in the spheres of entertainment, politics, education, media, government, or international or local coverage, The Advocate is the leading source for news that is important to transgender, gay, lesbian, and bisexual individuals around the world.

Redefining Masculinity
Commentary
How Visibility Can Change What It Means to Be a Man

Media representation of men who aren't exactly Chris Pratt or Chris Pine could lead to change that transcends entertainment.

June 21 2018 5:04 AM
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Texas Republican convention
Politics
Texas GOP Endorses 'Ex-Gay' Therapy, Hate-Crimes Law Repeal

The state's Republican party just released its platform — and it's jaw-dropping. 

June 20 2018 9:01 PM
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Ashlee Marie Preston's Birthday Cake Was Decorated With Murdered Trans Women
Transgender
Ashlee Marie Preston's Birthday Cake Honored Murdered Trans Women

The activist wants to bring attention to the dismal life expectancy rates for black trans women.

June 20 2018 5:11 PM
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Point Foundation
Youth
Meet the Point Foundation’s Class of 2018
These LGBTQ scholars could save the world.
June 20 2018 4:41 AM
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Activists hold up transgender pride flags and signs that say "Genitalia≠Gender" and "Trans Lives Matter"
Transgender
Transgender Identity Not Mental Illness, Says World Health Organization

The newest edition of WHO's International Classification of Diseases makes a welcome revision.

June 19 2018 7:54 PM
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Trans health care
Transgender
Australian Guidelines Advise Early Hormone Treatment for Trans Youth

Current international guidelines say wait until age 16, but the Aussie study recommends considering developmental factors, not just chronological age.

June 18 2018 8:32 PM
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Terry Miller and Andraya Yearwood, both transgender women, gain victories in state championship for girls track and field in Connecticut.
Transgender
Transgender Student Athletes' Success Stirs Uproar in Connecticut

Some parents and students contend that trans girls shouldn't compete against cisgender girls unless they've taken hormones.

June 18 2018 10:03 AM
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