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Law
fromAdvocate.com
18 hours 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.
#supreme-court
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 hours ago
LGBT

Supreme Court rules against conversion therapy bans while trans people protest across the country - LGBTQ Nation

fromBoston.com
1 month ago
US news

Supreme Court blocks law against schools outing transgender students to their parents in California

fromABC30 Fresno
1 month ago
SF parents

Supreme Court blocks law against schools outing transgender students to their parents in California

LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 hours ago

Supreme Court rules against conversion therapy bans while trans people protest across the country - LGBTQ Nation

The Supreme Court ruling in Chiles v. Salazar raises the bar for conversion therapy bans, potentially overturning laws in 27 states.
LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
2 days 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.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
US news

Supreme Court blocks law against schools outing transgender students to their parents in California

SF parents
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago

Supreme Court blocks law against schools outing transgender students to their parents in California

The Supreme Court blocked California's law preventing automatic parental notification when students change pronouns or gender expression at school, siding with religious parents challenging the policy.
SF parents
fromABC30 Fresno
1 month ago

Supreme Court blocks law against schools outing transgender students to their parents in California

The Supreme Court blocked California's law preventing automatic parental notification when students change pronouns or gender expression at school, siding with religious parents challenging the policy.
#lgbtqia
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
17 hours ago

NYC's most powerful transgender official is fighting intensifying anti-LGBTQ+ federal pressure

Taylor Brown leads NYC's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs, addressing urgent attacks on transgender rights and dismantling long-standing inequalities.
LGBT
fromGothamist
1 day 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.
#trump-administration
Higher education
fromAP News
23 hours ago

Judge halts Trump effort requiring colleges to show they aren't considering race in admissions

A federal judge halted the Trump administration's data collection on race in college admissions, citing a rushed process and potential privacy risks.
Higher education
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Judge blocks Trump administration demand for race, GPA data of California college applicants

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's request for extensive applicant data from public universities in California and 16 other states.
Higher education
fromAP News
23 hours ago

Judge halts Trump effort requiring colleges to show they aren't considering race in admissions

A federal judge halted the Trump administration's data collection on race in college admissions, citing a rushed process and potential privacy risks.
Higher education
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Judge blocks Trump administration demand for race, GPA data of California college applicants

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's request for extensive applicant data from public universities in California and 16 other states.
#higher-education
Higher education
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

Federal judge halts White House effort to collect university data on applicants' race

A federal judge halted data collection efforts by the Trump administration regarding race in college admissions, citing rushed implementation and potential privacy risks.
Higher education
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

Federal judge halts White House effort to collect university data on applicants' race

A federal judge halted data collection efforts by the Trump administration regarding race in college admissions, citing rushed implementation and potential privacy risks.
#lgbtq
fromLGBTQ Nation
20 hours ago
SF LGBT

A librarian was fired for refusing to hide LGBTQ+ books from kids. Then something amazing happened. - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

The Idaho legislature isn't governing. It's hunting transgender people

Idaho law criminalizes transgender bathroom use, making it a felony, reflecting a significant regression in LGBTQ+ rights and acceptance.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
20 hours ago

A librarian was fired for refusing to hide LGBTQ+ books from kids. Then something amazing happened. - LGBTQ Nation

Library director Luanne James was fired for refusing to remove LGBTQ+ books from youth access, sparking significant community support and fundraising efforts.
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
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

The Idaho legislature isn't governing. It's hunting transgender people

Idaho law criminalizes transgender bathroom use, making it a felony, reflecting a significant regression in LGBTQ+ rights and acceptance.
Women
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Trans competitors banned from snooker worldwide - LGBTQ Nation

Transgender competitors are banned from playing snooker worldwide following a Supreme Court ruling on the legal definition of a woman based on biological sex.
Education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Masculinity crisis' in schools is a ticking time bomb, union says

A masculinity crisis in UK schools is leading to increased misogynistic abuse towards female teachers, with reports rising significantly over the past four years.
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

Ex-student of NJ teacher accused of sex with child reveals unsettling red flags in her behavior at school: 'Very weird'

"Everybody knew something wasn't right with her. She would flirt with all the boys on the football team, she would favor them. She would be rude to all the girls."
NYC parents
fromBoston.com
2 days 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
#transgender-athletes
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Soon-to-be-ousted Pam Bondi sues Minnesota for letting trans athletes play in school sports

The Justice Department filed a lawsuit against Minnesota for policies allowing transgender women to compete in female sports, claiming it violates Title IX.
SF LGBT
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Feud over transgender volleyball player escalates as feds threaten San Jose State's funding

San Jose State faces federal funding cuts over compliance issues regarding a transgender volleyball player amid a nationwide debate on transgender athletes in sports.
fromKqed
2 months ago
LGBT

California Advocates Fearful as Supreme Court Weighs Bans of Trans Student Athletes | KQED

US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Soon-to-be-ousted Pam Bondi sues Minnesota for letting trans athletes play in school sports

The Justice Department filed a lawsuit against Minnesota for policies allowing transgender women to compete in female sports, claiming it violates Title IX.
SF LGBT
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Feud over transgender volleyball player escalates as feds threaten San Jose State's funding

San Jose State faces federal funding cuts over compliance issues regarding a transgender volleyball player amid a nationwide debate on transgender athletes in sports.
fromKqed
2 months ago
LGBT

California Advocates Fearful as Supreme Court Weighs Bans of Trans Student Athletes | KQED

#gender-affirming-care
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
3 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
3 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.
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 months ago

GOP senator who said trans people put girls at "risk" just helped a relative who raped a 13-year-old - LGBTQ Nation

The new law allows accused rapists 18 years old and younger to receive a reduced third-degree felony charge of unlawful sexual activity if they're enrolled in high school, avoiding jail time and sex offender registration.
SF parents
Fundraising
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

As gender-affirming care gets harder to access under Trump, trans people turn to GoFundMe

The cost of gender-affirming treatment is rising, leading many transgender individuals to use crowdfunding for financial support and access to care.
#trans-rights
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

How a 'trans panic' defense changed the outcome of two murders

D. F. McLaughlin's murder in 1986 highlights the dangers of transphobia and remains a significant yet overlooked case in the fight for justice.
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.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

How a 'trans panic' defense changed the outcome of two murders

D. F. McLaughlin's murder in 1986 highlights the dangers of transphobia and remains a significant yet overlooked case in the fight for justice.
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.
Education
fromKqed
2 days ago

Beloved San Jose Charter School Faces Potential Closure | KQED

There is a national shortage of credentialed teachers affecting compliance in schools, including East Side Unified School District.
#transgender-rights
LGBT
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Trans People Behind Bars Share How They Are Navigating the Dangers of Visibility

Transgender individuals in prison face increased violence and discrimination, exacerbated by negative media portrayals and political rhetoric.
California
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

California sues Trump admin over its demand to forcibly out trans students

California sued the U.S. Department of Education and the federal government to block a funding threat tied to the state's ban on forced outing of transgender students.
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.
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
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Trans People Behind Bars Share How They Are Navigating the Dangers of Visibility

Transgender individuals in prison face increased violence and discrimination, exacerbated by negative media portrayals and political rhetoric.
NYC parents
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Is Mandated Reporting Racist? What Families Must Know

Low reporting standards and systemic racism lead to unjust CPS reports, disproportionately affecting Black and Brown families.
fromPsychology Today
23 hours ago

SCOTUS Rules Conversion Therapy Ban Likely Unconstitutional

The Supreme Court of the United States held that Colorado's statutory ban on conversion therapy was 'likely unconstitutional.' Conversion therapy refers to interventions intended to change or suppress an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity, typically by promoting heterosexuality or cisgender identity and associated behaviors as the desired outcome.
LGBT
Women
fromDefector
2 days ago

Female Ref Sues NFL For Discrimination, Says She Was Told To 'Shut Your Fucking Mouth' By Another Official | Defector

Robin DeLorenzo is suing the NFL for gender discrimination and harassment during her time as a referee.
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

The Epstein Files and the Failure of Sex Education

Comprehensive approaches that include schools, community programs, and professionals reduce rates of sexual activity, sexual risk behavior, sexually transmitted infections, and adolescent pregnancy.
Education
SF LGBT
fromBronx Times
4 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.
Higher education
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

These California high schools defy typical UC admissions patterns

California's UC acceptance rates for in-state applicants reached a nine-year high, with Mission High School leading in UC Berkeley admissions.
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.
#supreme-court-ruling
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Schools left wondering how to proceed after Supreme Court ruling on transitioning students

The Supreme Court ruled schools cannot hide children's gender transitions from parents, but the ruling's scope remains limited to parents who inquire or object to policies.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

What the Supreme Court ruling on gender identity means for students, parents, and schools

The Supreme Court affirmed parents' right to know about their child's gender identity at school, creating tension between parental notification rights and student privacy protections in California schools.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Supreme Court: California parents may be told about their transgender child at school

The Supreme Court ruled that parents have a constitutional right to know about their child's gender identity at school, overturning California's student privacy policies that allowed schools to withhold this information without parental consent.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Schools left wondering how to proceed after Supreme Court ruling on transitioning students

The Supreme Court ruled schools cannot hide children's gender transitions from parents, but the ruling's scope remains limited to parents who inquire or object to policies.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

What the Supreme Court ruling on gender identity means for students, parents, and schools

The Supreme Court affirmed parents' right to know about their child's gender identity at school, creating tension between parental notification rights and student privacy protections in California schools.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Supreme Court: California parents may be told about their transgender child at school

The Supreme Court ruled that parents have a constitutional right to know about their child's gender identity at school, overturning California's student privacy policies that allowed schools to withhold this information without parental consent.
#kentucky
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

This GOP lawmaker tried to ban trans people from becoming teachers. He failed miserably. - LGBTQ Nation

Kentucky Senator Gex Williams' attempts to ban trans individuals from teaching have failed amid legislative roadblocks and opposition.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

This GOP lawmaker tried to ban trans people from becoming teachers. He failed miserably. - LGBTQ Nation

Kentucky Senator Gex Williams' attempts to ban trans individuals from teaching have failed amid legislative roadblocks and opposition.
SF LGBT
fromMission Local
5 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.
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.
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.
LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
3 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.
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
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
fromAdvocate.com
5 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.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago

DOJ investigates schools over LGBTQ+ content and parent opt-outs

The investigations will determine if LGBTQ+ content, which the department describes as 'sexual orientation and gender ideology (SOGI) content', is included in any classes for grades pre-K-12 and if the schools have notified parents of their right to opt their children out. Further to this, the DOJ investigation will assess whether the three school districts restrict access to single-sex spaces based on 'biological sex'.
US politics
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 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.
#title-ix
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
US politics

Administration cracks down on school for letting a trans girl join a co-ed cheerleading squad - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
Education

Education Dept. says its "aggressively pursuing" 14 schools over trans-inclusive sports policies - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
US politics

Administration cracks down on school for letting a trans girl join a co-ed cheerleading squad - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
Education

Education Dept. says its "aggressively pursuing" 14 schools over trans-inclusive sports policies - LGBTQ Nation

#ferpa
LGBT
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Teaching LGBTQ History is Required in California but Many Teachers Still Hesitate

LGBTQ history is legally mandated in California education, highlighting its importance despite pushback from some parents and students.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

California school district caught up in a dispute over transgender athlete policies

But the Nevada association voted in April to require students in sex-segregated sports programs to play on teams that align with their sex assigned at birth - a departure from a previous approach allowing individual schools to set their own standards. The move raised questions for how the Tahoe-Truckee district would remain in the Nevada association while following California law, which says students can play on teams consistent with their gender identity.
Education
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

After US Tennis kicked trans women out, these women came together to create an inclusive club - LGBTQ Nation

A trans-inclusive tennis league was created in Las Vegas after the U.S. Tennis Association banned trans women from women's events.
US politics
fromKqed
2 months ago

California Advocates Fearful as Supreme Court Weighs Bans of Trans Student Athletes | KQED

State laws are divided: some require schools to allow transgender students on teams matching their gender identity while others ban transgender girls from girls' teams.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

School district stands up for trans students after Trump threatens funding - LGBTQ Nation

Colorado's Jefferson County Public Schools refused Trump administration demands to eliminate trans student protections, joining other districts resisting transphobic federal pressure.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

Trans man schools lawmakers on why "bathroom bills" are ridiculous & dangerous - LGBTQ Nation

A trans man testified against an Idaho bathroom bill, demonstrating how the law would force transgender people to choose between legal arrest or physical assault in public restrooms.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Paused: A court ruling that let teachers tell parents about a child's 'gender incongruity'

A federal judge ordered California teachers may disclose students' gender identity to parents, but an appellate court temporarily stayed that order.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago

Parent forced to home school trans child over sex ed guidance

The mother of a transgender child has said she was forced to home-school him after the government's controversial sex education guidance posed "safeguarding concerns". The seven-year-old trans boy was reportedly removed from public education after being subjected to "inhuman" statements about his gender identity during lessons. Speaking exclusively to PinkNews, the parent, who wished to remain anonymous, said she received "zero support" from staff at the school despite making numerous complaints about safeguarding concerns.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Judge blocks Trump admin from forcing California schools to out trans kids - LGBTQ Nation

As The Advocate reports, this week, California Attorney General Rob Bonta (D) filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education and the Trump administration over its threat to withhold $4.9 billion in annual federal education funding unless the state allows local school districts to notify parents of students' social gender transitions, which would violate California law. Last month, U.S. Department of Education (ED)
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