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fromGothamist
7 hours ago

NYC's LGBTQIA+ office leader poised to tackle 'entrenched disparities'

New York City opens its first office for LGBTQIA+ Affairs, led by civil rights attorney Taylor Brown, the highest-ranking openly trans person in city government.
#gender-affirming-care
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Advocate newsletter 4/2/26

Doctors' recommendations on gender-affirming care for young people have become a contentious issue between The New York Times and the American Medical Association.
Healthcare
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Doctors' group says American Medical Association didn't retreat on gender-affirming care for minors

The American Medical Association maintains its support for gender-affirming care despite claims of a policy shift.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Advocate newsletter 4/2/26

Doctors' recommendations on gender-affirming care for young people have become a contentious issue between The New York Times and the American Medical Association.
Healthcare
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Doctors' group says American Medical Association didn't retreat on gender-affirming care for minors

The American Medical Association maintains its support for gender-affirming care despite claims of a policy shift.
Law
fromAdvocate.com
28 minutes ago

Maryland lawmakers advance broad school protections, including for trans students

Maryland lawmakers are advancing legislation to expand anti-discrimination protections in education, explicitly including transgender youth and allowing legal action against schools.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
20 hours ago

Fans are loving this "passenger princess" & his new poly alliance on Survivor 50 - Queerty

Survivor's 50th season features significant LGBTQ+ representation and drama, particularly highlighted by a recent episode with close interactions between castaways.
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

BU rally pushes back on Pride flag removals, calls for policy change

The rally, held at 1 Silber Way, was organized by Terrier Courage, a group that has collected more than 2,000 signatures on a petition urging the university to reconsider its rules on displays on public-facing windows and walls.
Boston
#pride-in-london
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

London Pride boss sacked after allegedly spending donations on perfume

The chief executive of Pride in London was sacked for misusing volunteer vouchers and fostering a bullying culture.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

London Pride boss sacked after allegedly spending donations on perfume

The chief executive of Pride in London was sacked for misusing volunteer vouchers and fostering a bullying culture.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 day ago

POC Arts Nonprofits Face Severe Staffing Challenges, Survey Finds

Many museums led by people of color in the Northeast struggle with staffing and funding, impacting their ability to serve communities.
#philanthropy
Fundraising
fromFast Company
1 day ago

How giving starts progress and leadership scales it

Volatility and accountability are transforming philanthropy, requiring leadership to drive impactful change.
Fundraising
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

A generation remembered, a future funded: Inside DIFFA's defining night | amNewYork

Philanthropy is essential for redirecting power toward care and dignity in a capitalist system indifferent to human costs.
Fundraising
fromFast Company
1 day ago

How giving starts progress and leadership scales it

Volatility and accountability are transforming philanthropy, requiring leadership to drive impactful change.
Fundraising
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

A generation remembered, a future funded: Inside DIFFA's defining night | amNewYork

Philanthropy is essential for redirecting power toward care and dignity in a capitalist system indifferent to human costs.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

"She must answer": Out gay congressman still expects ex-AG Pam Bondi to testify - LGBTQ Nation

The U.S. House Oversight Committee plans to question former Attorney General Pam Bondi about her handling of Epstein-related files despite her recent firing.
Television
fromQueerty
3 days ago

The best LGBTQ+ movies & TV shows coming to streaming April 2026 - Queerty

April features numerous queer movies and TV shows premiering across major streaming platforms.
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Freedom of speech can never trump liberation - LGBTQ Nation

A chief tenet of liberation is the freedom to define oneself while being accorded the rights and privileges established and guaranteed under law and social standing.
Social justice
Writing
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

My Years-Long Fight to Say "They"

The author reflects on their journey of writing about their experiences as a Jehovah's Witness and the challenges faced in publishing.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
2 days ago

California Suspends Enforcement of Law Requiring VCs to Report Diversity Data

California suspended a new regulation requiring venture capital firms to report demographic data about startup founders amid public criticism.
#lgbtq
fromQueerty
22 hours ago
LGBT

NFL player has a challenge for anti-gay athletes & they're not gonna like it... - Queerty

LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

Gay men reveal the things they've vowed never to do again - Queerty

Many gay men shared personal commitments to avoid certain actions or decisions, reflecting on past experiences and lessons learned.
Parenting
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Adoption is a beautiful way to build a family. But it's not one-size-fits-all. - LGBTQ Nation

Adoption has various paths, each with unique processes, costs, and timelines, requiring thorough understanding before proceeding.
LGBT
fromQueerty
22 hours ago

NFL player has a challenge for anti-gay athletes & they're not gonna like it... - Queerty

Pro athletes should address significant social issues rather than selectively support certain beliefs through religious texts.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

London Pride boss sacked after being accused of buying luxury goods with company vouchers

Christopher Joell-Deshields was dismissed from Pride in London for misusing vouchers intended for volunteers.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

More same-sex couples than ever are living together, and most are women - LGBTQ Nation

Female same-sex couples now outnumber male same-sex couples in the U.S., with significant income disparities persisting between the two groups.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

Gay men reveal the things they've vowed never to do again - Queerty

Many gay men shared personal commitments to avoid certain actions or decisions, reflecting on past experiences and lessons learned.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
5 hours ago

These LGBTQ+ books are being banned & people are making noise so it doesn't go unnoticed - Queerty

404 Day highlights the issue of Internet censorship in public libraries and schools, particularly affecting access to constitutionally protected websites.
#lgbtq-rights
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Outrage at Stonewall after Supreme Court voids Colorado's conversion therapy ban

Activists rallied at Stonewall National Monument in response to a Supreme Court ruling protecting conversion therapy as free speech.
Right-wing politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Advocate newsletter 3/16/26

President Trump invokes Iran's treatment of LGBTQ+ people to justify military action while simultaneously pursuing deportations of gay couples to countries where homosexuality is illegal.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Democratic governor says "Hell no" to five anti-trans bills on Transgender Day of Visibility - LGBTQ Nation

Tony Evers vetoed five anti-LGBTQ+ bills in Wisconsin, reaffirming his commitment to protect LGBTQ+ rights.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Democrats defeat anti-trans legislation while the Olympics announce extreme anti-trans policy - LGBTQ Nation

Senate Democrats blocked amendments to the SAVE Act that aimed to restrict voting rights and ban gender-affirming care for trans youth.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Outrage at Stonewall after Supreme Court voids Colorado's conversion therapy ban

Activists rallied at Stonewall National Monument in response to a Supreme Court ruling protecting conversion therapy as free speech.
Right-wing politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Advocate newsletter 3/16/26

President Trump invokes Iran's treatment of LGBTQ+ people to justify military action while simultaneously pursuing deportations of gay couples to countries where homosexuality is illegal.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Democratic governor says "Hell no" to five anti-trans bills on Transgender Day of Visibility - LGBTQ Nation

Tony Evers vetoed five anti-LGBTQ+ bills in Wisconsin, reaffirming his commitment to protect LGBTQ+ rights.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Democrats defeat anti-trans legislation while the Olympics announce extreme anti-trans policy - LGBTQ Nation

Senate Democrats blocked amendments to the SAVE Act that aimed to restrict voting rights and ban gender-affirming care for trans youth.
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Biglaw Firm Doubles Down On Pro Bono, And Lets The Billable Chips Fall Where They May - Above the Law

I'm incredibly proud of the firm and what we've accomplished in the last year. We had certainly, the year before, a historic year financially, and this year was also historic in being one of our best financial years in history.
Law
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Shocking video shows man attacking gay reality TV couple's vehicle in road rage incident - LGBTQ Nation

A road rage incident in West Hollywood involved a man attacking a gay couple's car while they were inside, fearing for their safety.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

Want to support LGBTQ+ businesses? Here are some brands worth knowing - LGBTQ Nation

Instead of overwhelming shoppers with endless options, it focuses on brands with a clear point of view-most of them LGBTQ+ owned, others deeply aligned with the community through their values, partnerships, and impact. Some are small businesses built from the ground up. Others are growing brands challenging industries that haven't always made space for us.
Fashion & style
#eeoc
Social justice
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Born out of the Civil Rights era, the EEOC pivots toward protecting white people

The EEOC is shifting focus to combat discrimination against all races and sexes, emphasizing legality over diversity initiatives.
Social justice
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Born out of the Civil Rights era, the EEOC pivots toward protecting white people

The EEOC is shifting focus to combat discrimination against all races and sexes, emphasizing legality over diversity initiatives.
#supreme-court
LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

The Supreme Court Keeps Ignoring Actual LGBTQ+ People in Its Gay Rights Cases

The Supreme Court's decision in Chiles v. Salazar shows a lack of empathy for LGBTQ+ adolescents affected by conversion therapy.
LGBT
fromMission Local
3 days ago

Supreme Court overturns ban on conversion therapy: S.F. leaders have a plan

The Supreme Court ruled against a Colorado law banning LGBTQ+ conversion therapy, citing freedom of speech under the First Amendment.
LGBT
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

US Supreme Court rejects Colorado ban on LGBTQ child conversion therapy'

The Supreme Court ruled against Colorado's ban on conversion therapy, citing free speech protections under the First Amendment.
SF LGBT
fromwww.advocate.com
4 days ago

Advocate newsletter 3/31/26

Trans people and gender-nonconforming individuals embody the beauty of humanity and resist erasure through their stories and actions.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Advocate newsletter 3/20/26

The SAVE America Act is criticized for making voting harder for marginalized groups, particularly those who have changed their names.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Advocate newsletter 3/30/26

Black and LGBTQ+ entertainers face significant challenges in America, with activism being crucial for visibility and representation.
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Advocate newsletter 3/17/26

A federal judge has blocked RFK Jr.'s dangerous changes to childhood vaccine policy. Dr. Demetre Daskalakis, a former senior CDC official featured on The Advocate's January/February cover, called the ruling "big news" and a win for science and the law.
Right-wing politics
#transgender-day-of-visibility
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago
SF LGBT

Beloved children's singer melts hearts with message for trans kids: "You are a beautiful light" - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago
SF LGBT

We especially need to uplift joyous Black trans lives on this Trans Day of Visibility - LGBTQ Nation

SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Beloved children's singer melts hearts with message for trans kids: "You are a beautiful light" - LGBTQ Nation

Laurie Berkner supports trans kids, affirming their beauty and encouraging self-care on Transgender Day of Visibility.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

We especially need to uplift joyous Black trans lives on this Trans Day of Visibility - LGBTQ Nation

Transgender Day of Visibility celebrates Black trans lives and contributions while addressing ongoing violence against the community.
SF LGBT
fromMission Local
4 days ago

Meet the people driving trans visibility in San Francisco

The International Transgender Day of Visibility celebrates trans contributions, with activists like Cal Calamia advocating for non-binary inclusion in sports.
#transgender
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago
NYC LGBT

Indelible' voices: How the NYC trans community is fighting erasure from a Lower East Side stage | amNewYork

NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Indelible' voices: How the NYC trans community is fighting erasure from a Lower East Side stage | amNewYork

Indelible is a forum for trans people to share their stories and foster understanding.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

8 unapologetically trans-owned businesses redefining fashion, art, and more - LGBTQ Nation

Trans individuals significantly influence culture and deserve visibility and support, especially through trans-owned businesses.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Same-sex couples thrive in U.S. even as GOP support for marriage equality falls

The number of same-sex couples in the U.S. has doubled in two decades, despite renewed political opposition to marriage equality.
#transgender-rights
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Transgender woman defies Kansas bathroom law inside state Capitol

A transgender woman protested Kansas restroom law by using a restricted restroom, highlighting the law's impact on transgender rights.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

White House denigrates non-cisgender people on Trans Day of Visibility

Trump's statement on Transgender Day of Visibility attacks transgender identity and promotes a narrative against LGBTQ+ rights.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Transgender activists rally in D.C. as nationwide protests bring out millions

Transgender activists and allies rallied in D.C. for Trans Day of Visibility, advocating for federal protections and raising awareness of ongoing legislative issues.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Trump celebrates the Trans Day of Visibility by attacking trans people - LGBTQ Nation

Donald Trump issued a statement attacking trans people and detailing measures taken to restrict their rights during his presidency.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Transgender woman defies Kansas bathroom law inside state Capitol

A transgender woman protested Kansas restroom law by using a restricted restroom, highlighting the law's impact on transgender rights.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

The Supreme Court gave the right-wing the one thing it wanted in the conversion therapy case - LGBTQ Nation

The Supreme Court ruled on Chiles v. Salazar, impacting the legality of conversion therapy and First Amendment rights for therapists.
#trans-rights
Education
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Advocate newsletter: 3/4/26

A trans teacher in Florida is leaving the state due to aggressive anti-trans policies that create constant fear of professional consequences and make the teaching environment untenable.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Trans activist tests bathroom ban by defying it in front of Capitol Police - LGBTQ Nation

Samantha Boucher tested Kansas' trans bathroom ban on Trans Day of Visibility, highlighting enforcement challenges and advocating for trans rights.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

World's biggest trans flag unfurled: "It stands for our resistance and triumphs" - LGBTQ Nation

A massive trans Pride flag was unfurled in Brisbane, Australia, to honor the Trans Day of Visibility, emphasizing rights for trans and gender diverse individuals.
Education
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Advocate newsletter: 3/4/26

A trans teacher in Florida is leaving the state due to aggressive anti-trans policies that create constant fear of professional consequences and make the teaching environment untenable.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Trans activist tests bathroom ban by defying it in front of Capitol Police - LGBTQ Nation

Samantha Boucher tested Kansas' trans bathroom ban on Trans Day of Visibility, highlighting enforcement challenges and advocating for trans rights.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

World's biggest trans flag unfurled: "It stands for our resistance and triumphs" - LGBTQ Nation

A massive trans Pride flag was unfurled in Brisbane, Australia, to honor the Trans Day of Visibility, emphasizing rights for trans and gender diverse individuals.
#transgender-healthcare
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Is "gender exploratory therapy" just conversion therapy with a new name? - LGBTQ Nation

Gender exploratory therapy is a controversial approach that some view as pathologizing non-binary identities while others see it as a cautious exploration of gender identity.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Advocate newsletter 3/19/26

California families are suing Rady Children's Health for discriminating against transgender youth by halting care that remains legal in the state.
LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days ago

TV weatherman Max Tsaparis ties the knot with partner Jason after 10 years together - Queerty

Max Tsaparis married his partner Jason after ten years together, celebrating their anniversary and announcing his departure from NewsNation.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

Trans people are here to stay, no matter who tries to erase us

Understanding the gender spectrum and dismantling misconceptions about trans identities is crucial for acceptance and recognition of diverse gender experiences.
SF LGBT
fromBronx Times
3 days ago

'You saved my life': How one Bronx social worker helps transgender patients recover with dignity - Bronx Times

Asha Lyons provides vital support to transgender patients during recovery, emphasizing the importance of visibility and care in their journeys.
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

US supreme court's conversion therapy' ruling opens can of worms'. What's next?

The US Supreme Court ruled against Colorado's ban on conversion therapy for youth, impacting LGBTQ+ rights and healthcare regulations.
LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

The Olympics Just Succumbed to a Ridiculous Gender Panic. Here's Who It's Really Going to Hurt.

The IOC's mandatory sex testing policy for women's sports effectively bans transgender and most intersex women from competing.
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

12 portraits of transgender beauty and resilience in the Deep South

Exploring Transgender Identity in South Carolina is a candid photographic and interview-based documentation of transgender life in South Carolina. This project offers a contemporary visual record of a community that exists largely outside of that narrative yet within its realities.
SF LGBT
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

Meta continues using transphobic company language despite its Oversight Board's warning

Meta's hate speech policy includes an anti-trans term despite recommendations to remove it, highlighting ongoing issues with content moderation.
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

SF's Free "Trans Day of Visibility" Festival (Boeddeker Park)

Join us for a vibrant Trans Day of Visibility Festival at Boeddeker Park in the heart of the Tenderloin and The Transgender District, March 29th 2026. Expect sickening performances, powerful vocals, community vibes.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Advocate newsletter 3/23/26

The president spent the weekend celebrating the death of one of his political foes, former special counsel and FBI Director Robert Mueller, posting, 'Good. I'm glad he's dead,' on social media.
SF LGBT
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Dozens of LGBTQ+ candidates just got a major boost for 2026

The LGBTQ+ Victory Fund endorsed 35 candidates to strengthen LGBTQ+ political representation amid rising challenges in the 2026 election cycle.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Cover story newsletter: 3/12/26

Gay tech leaders have achieved prominence but their companies harm marginalized communities, align with far-right politics, and prioritize privacy over advocacy for LGBTQ+ causes.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Advocate newsletter 3/18/26

The Pulse nightclub in Orlando, site of a 2016 mass shooting that killed 49 people, is being demolished ten years later, with survivors sharing their experiences during the process.
LGBT
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

'Being gay feels like a liability again': More LGBTQ+ workers are staying in the closet

Despite corporate pride initiatives, LGBTQ+ employees are increasingly hiding their identities at work, with nearly half now less open about their identity than a year ago.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Advocate newsletter 3/13/26

State legislatures are passing conflicting LGBTQ+ legislation, with most restricting queer rights while Pennsylvania advances employment protections for LGBTQ+ and HIV-positive workers.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

Learning to accept herself as a bi, trans woman only took some space... and Pride patches - LGBTQ Nation

Van's journey from hiding her bisexuality to openly embracing her trans identity demonstrates how community support enables self-acceptance and resilience against family disapproval.
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

These LGBTQ+ married couples aren't afraid to show their love

A new campaign from GLAAD aims to spotlight queer married couples, asking for submissions from those whose lives have been made better by having the legal right to marry. GLAAD I Found You uplifts "married queer couples finding each other and celebrating joy, the same as any other couple who decides to make this life-changing commitment."
LGBT
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Just show up: How to join the fight for LGBTQ+ rights when you don't have a queer loved one - LGBTQ Nation

Allies and families must actively engage with school policymakers to ensure LGBTQ+ students are included in safety and anti-bullying policies.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Daily newsletter 2/3

Dr. Jess Ting maintained extensive contact with Jeffrey Epstein before prominence in gender-affirming care; legal and legislative actions target trans rights and reproductive healthcare.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Daily newsletter 2/4

Nine passengers were arrested at PortMiami after alleged narcotics were found; gender-affirming care litigation, DEI workplace impacts, and a conservative rival halftime show followed.
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Daily newsletter 1/13

➡️ In our latest cover feature, Dr. Demetre Daskalakis talks to The Advocate about leaving the CDC under the Trump administration and calling out RFK Jr. "I feel bad for my people who are inside the CDC," he says. "The CDC is now a weapon. That is why I left. The weaponization of public health is happening, and I am not crying wolf."
LGBT
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