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Alabama Supreme Court endangers IVF access by ruling frozen embryos are people

In a notable union of church and state, the Alabama Supreme Court cited Christian faith as reason to jeopardize access to in vitro fertilization (IVF).

Which Partner Provides the Sperm in Gay Family Planning?

Kim Bergman, Ph.D., offers advice to same-sex couples seeking a biological connection to their kids.

'Science' Behind Texas/Alabama Anti-Trans Policy Is 'Full of Errors'

Texas's justification for "child abuse" investigations and Alabama's rationale for restrictions on gender-affirming care are riddled with inaccuracies, a new study says.

20 Famous LGBTQ+ people who changed the world

Remember our rich history — it goes way back.

The Big Name Behind Two 'Ex-Trans' Activists

After an investigation spanning six weeks, The Advocate reveals how those few voices arguing against gender transition are finding followers.

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Michigan governor signs act to decriminalize paid surrogacy contracts

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer described the act as a “package of common sense,” at an event in Royal Oak, Michigan. “It’s to protect families born under IVF, and to ensure LGBTQ plus parents are treated equally.”

Protecting the rights of LGBTQ+ families in the second Trump presidency

Navigating in a Trump world, family formation attorney Janene Oleaga discusses the challenges and strategies for protecting reproductive rights for LGBTQ+ families

The Biggest Trans Survey in the U.S. Is Under Way; Why It Matters

The survey is open until November 21.

A California Doctor Is Helping Build Gay Families in Japan

Becoming a gay parent is difficult in the U.S., but it's near impossible in Japan. Dr. Guy Ringler is working to change that.

Meet the Inspiring 2014 Point Foundation Scholars

Get to know the 2014 class of Point Scholars -- you'll be seeing a lot of them as they start changing the world for the better.

American Medical Association Strengthens Support for Gender-Affirming Care

At a time when access is under attack, the American Medical Association has committed to opposing criminal and legal penalties for those who provide or receive the care.

LGBTQ Parents, Don't Lie to Your Kids About Their Origins

Kim Bergman, Ph.D., shares why it's a "very, very bad idea" to keep secrets in rainbow families.

What Couples Really Face With Alternative Reproduction as The New Normal

Medical advances in alternative forms of reproduction are easily outpacing the culture, leaving same-sex couples sometimes facing years of frustration.

What Trump and Hegseth's trans military ban means from the woman who helped lift the first one

“Trans people are the easy target because they’re least understood, but what’s to stop them from denying women and LGB individuals from serving?” Paula Neira warns.

5 Big Takeaways From 'Creating Change' for The LGBT Movement

Daniel Villarreal was in Atlanta for Creating Change and brings back five things you should know.

This Year’s Transgender and Gender-Nonconforming Who’s Who

The 2015 Trans100 list includes activists, journalists, academics, and sex workers.