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A Washington city council cuts a pizza program for LGBTQ+ youth after concerns about turning kids transgender

The Ellensburg community raised more funds than the city had previously allocated to rescue the program that provided pizza and a safe space for LGBTQ+ teens.

Oklahoma school district where trans teen Nex Benedict died violated Title IX, Department of Education finds

The district must take corrective action after it was found to violate the rights of LGBTQ+ students and others who were bullied.

Trump’s election prompts one nonprofit to prioritize scholarships for LGBTQ+ youth in red states

Instead of wilting away, The Dru Project — an organization named in honor of Pulse Nightclub victim Drew Leinonen — is shifting its priorities to serve the most vulnerable LGBTQ+ young people in states where their existence is increasingly difficult.

The Trevor Project has seen a surge in crisis calls leading up to the election

The LGBTQ+ youth mental health support network is reporting a increase in election-related conversations and young people feeling anxiety, fear, and confusion about the outcome of the election.

Thriving Under 30: Celebrating 10 Young LGBTQ+ Trailblazers

These 10 young artists, athletes, and activists aren’t waiting around for change. They’re making it happen.

Editor's Letter: These inspiring LGBTQ+ youth are educating America

The Champions of the GenderCool Project top our list of inspiring young LGBTQ+ people who are making change happen now.

Oklahoma Republicans call for impeachment investigation into extremist superintendent Ryan Walters

The effort is led by members of the state house GOP.

Powerful conservative operative’s Do No Harm group is a threat to transgender kids (exclusive)

Leonard Leo, the man responsible for reshaping the U.S. Supreme Court into an ultra-conservative body, is targeting trans youth’s access to gender-affirming care.

Karine Jean-Pierre pushes back at reporter's transphobic question about Title IX at White House briefing

While saying she couldn’t speak about active litigation, the White House press secretary pushed back against the question that claimed ‘biological men’ are in women’s sports.

Missouri Democrat defends trans grandchild against GOP secretary of state candidate’s attack

Barbara Phifer draws the line at political attacks by Valentina Gomez on her kids and trans grandchild.

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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.

White House statement on transgender minors’ health care sparks outrage by LGBTQ+ rights groups

The Biden administration seems to be okay with some limits on bodily autonomy.

U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether transgender kids have a right to access gender-affirming care

The justices will hear arguments brought by the federal government against Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for minors.

Karine Jean-Pierre calls out Republican attacks on transgender Americans during Pride Month

The White House Press Secretary touted the Biden-Harris administration’s support for LGBTQ+ people as GOP-led states attack the community.

Mississippi governor signs transgender bathroom ban

Mississippi’s new law stands in contrast to the expanded federal rules against discrimination under Title IX.

The queerest education in America: How LGBTQ+ kids thrive at this Indiana school

In South Bend, River Montessori High School is supporting its students to be their true selves. Here's a look inside its affirming walls.

Nymphia Wind hopes to represent Asian excellence after winning 'Drag Race'

After making herstory, this crowned queen is ready to take on the world.

Chasten Buttigieg takes on anti-trans bullies during Michigan State University lecture

The educator and father advocated for transgender kids like Nex Benedict to be able to go to school without being bullied.

Toxicology experts say death from medications in Nex Benedict case ‘very, very uncommon’

Following the announcement that the teenager’s death was suicide through the combined toxicity of two common medications, The Advocate spoke with experts about the risks of these drugs.

President Biden addresses LGBTQ+ youth ‘suicide crisis’ in statement on Nex Benedict

President Joe Biden issued called attention to the teenager’s death and called for an end to bullying.