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How 'SVU' led Mariska Hargitay to stand up for sexual assault survivors

"I stay motivated because an extraordinary amount of work remains to be done," Hargitay says.

Cyndi Lauper tops our list of The Advocates 2024: 'Hon, I'm a family member'

The legendary icon continues to use her voice to create beautiful music and stand up for equality for all.

Modern feminism is no longer about achieving 'equality'

In her new book, Marcie Bianco makes a compelling call for a collective feminist mindset that leaves behind the idea of equality as the end goal.

Jodie Foster has some praise for Gen Z while applauding Bella Ramsey's 'authenticity'

Jodie Foster may have some problems with Gen Z, but the "authenticity" brought by young stars like Bella Ramsey is something she greatly admires.

Jezebel, the Feminist News and Opinion Site, Shuts Down After 16 Years

The parent company's CEO Jim Spanfeller said that G/O Media’s “business model and audiences” did not “align with Jezebel’s.”

How This Queer Woman Became One of the Best Stunt Drivers in the Industry

Zandara Kennedy is one of the few women and queer stunt performers in Hollywood. Now she’s helping to open doors for other marginalized people in the industry.

Women's Rights Champion, Former Lawmaker Patricia Schroeder Dies at 82

The former U.S. Representative from Colorado and Presidential candidate was a champion of women’s rights and longtime LGBTQ+ ally.

Megan Rapinoe Dedicates Her Women of the Year Honor to Trans People

"They offer us a full view of what it means to be a human in the world," Rapinoe said at the Time Women of the Year gala.

20 Game-Changing Queer Women to Celebrate Women's History Month

From Gladys Bentley to Mercedes de Acosta, here are 20 queer women who paved the way in their fields of work.

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Hillary & Chelsea Clinton on Gutsy’s Queer Visibility, Vulnerability

Hillary and Chelsea Clinton chat with The Advocate about the diversity of their series, listening, and modeling gutsiness in the hopes of inspiring others. 

Do Queer Films Like Fire Island Need to Pass the Bechdel Test?

A claim that the new gay rom-com hit Fire Island fails what's become a white feminist measure has spurred a debate on Twitter.

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Why Queer People Need Access to Abortion and Why We Must Protect Roe

The news that the Supreme Court is likely to overturn Roe v. Wade bodes poorly for marriage equality, but we must also protect queer people who can become pregnant. 

Celebs, Feminists Stand in Solidarity With Trans Women & Girls

Leaders in advocacy, business, entertainment, media, politics, and social justice have signed on to an open letter for Transgender Day of Visibility and Women's History Month.

'Dickinson' Liberates the Queerness of Emily — and Its Audience

Dickinson creator Alena Smith and star Hailee Steinfeld on the addicting series's queer DNA. 

Katherine Waterston & Vanessa Kirby Meet in Fiery World to Come Clip

In an exclusive clip ahead of the Sundance premiere of The World to Come, two 19th-century neighbors find a new way to pass their days together. 

The ERA Is Queer and It Always Has Been

It's been a year since Virginia became the final state needed to ratify the ERA, and trans politician Danica Roem was a key factor. 

What 'Vice President Kamala Harris' Means to Marginalized People

There's an outpouring of admiration on social media by those who feel seen by Harris's glass ceiling-smashing run. 

Legendary 'I Am Woman' Singer Helen Reddy Has Died

Reddy, who rose to the top of the charts in the early '70s with her feminist anthem, had other hits including 'Angie Baby.' 

Janelle Monáe, Julianne Moore Lead Feminists in 1st 'Glorias' Trailer

The film from Frida director Julie Taymor is based on Gloria Steinem's memoir My Life on the Road.