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Trevor Project and Puma Team Up to Provide Free LGBTQ+ Inclusivity Training in Sports

The self-paced online training is designed for coaches, athletic directors, and other adults who work in youth sports.

Report: Discrimination, Harassment Harms Transgender Health

According to a new report, discrimination and harassment could lead to physical and mental ailments like headaches, nausea, depression, and anxiety.

Trans Man Sues Amazon for Pregnancy Discrimination, Harassment

Shaun Simmons, who worked at an Amazon warehouse in New Jersey, says he was harassed by coworkers and denied a promotion.

82% of trans workers have suffered discrimination or harassment: report

"Our analysis indicates that employment discrimination against transgender employees is persistent and widespread," the Williams Institute's report states.

Black Trans Woman Sues Circle K for Discrimination, Harassment

Judi Brown says she was subjected to transphobic and racial harassment at a Circle K store in Illinois.

Transgender woman sues Hooters for discrimination, says workers denied her a job and harassed her

Brandy Livingston claims that Hooters workers denied her job application based on her appearance and harassed her for using the bathroom.

Trans and nonbinary migrants file complaint over treatment at ICE detention facility

They allege discrimination, harassment, denial of health care, and other mistreatment at a detention center in Colorado.

Fatal Shooting of Louisiana Black Gay Man May Have Been Hate Crime

McKinsley LaKeith Lincoln had been "the target of harassment and discrimination," his mother said.

Lesbian Sues Military Bosses Who Told Her to Grow Hair, Wear Makeup

Tech. Sgt. Kristin Kingrey has filed a lawsuit alleging sex discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

HRC: Growth In Arkansas LGBT Visibility Meets Unwavering Discrimination

Despite a growing visibility within the states, LGBT Arkansans are facing discrimination and harassment at work, school, and their houses of worship.

How to Mark Tomorrow's 'Day of Silence' to End LGBTQ+ Discrimination in Schools

LGBTQ+ students and allies will take a vow of silence tomorrow to protest the harmful effects of harassment and discrimination of LGBTQ+ people in schools.

Education Policy Overhaul Aims to Protect Gay Students

A bill to alter America's education system was introduced in the Senate Tuesday, and it includes ways to protect LGBT students from harassment, bullying, and discrimination.

Catholic college accused of bias by nonbinary former DEI director for refusing to use their pronouns

The former director has filed a discrimination complaint, alleging harassment and other mistreatment based on sexual orientation and gender identity at Providence College.

Transgender Woman Sues Claiming Police Harassment

A young transgender woman has filed a lawsuit alleging she was harassed and discriminated against by police officers in Cicero, Ill., a suburb of Chicago.

Trans Woman Settles Discrimination Claim

A federal judge has approved the settlement of a lawsuit against Deluxe Financial Services, Inc. over alleged harassement and discrimination against a transgender woman.

This nonbinary student activist has some powerful words as equalpride's 2024 valedictorian

Scar Rulien is equalpride’s inaugural Valedictorian for the Class of 2024 and a Student Advocate for GLSEN, the nation’s leading organization working to end discrimination, harassment, and bullying based on sexual and gender identities.

Panel wants to fire lesbian fire chief instead of letting her resign

A Minneapolis city panel recommended Tuesday that officials fire Bonnie Bleskachek, the nation's first openly lesbian big-city fire chief, in the wake of firefighter lawsuits accusing her of harassment and discrimination. Bleskachek had earlier agreed to step down, but the city's executive council unanimously rejected a negotiated deal after a closed-door meeting.

Lesbian firefighter awarded $1.3 million from Kansas City after 21 years of harassment

Rebecca Reynolds claimed in two lawsuits that she has endured decades of abuse from her male coworkers who often targeted her for being a lesbian and for her age.

Lesbian teacher settles federal discrimination lawsuit with Maine district

Michele Figueira had a stellar 20-year career until she reported the alleged behavior of her supervisor and her lesbian friend.

Popeyes Franchise Ordered to Pay $50k After Harassing, Firing Gay Employee

The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission fined the franchise after an employee was harassed and fired due to his sexual orientation.

Republican anti-LGBTQ+ legislation bad for mental health and quality of life: survey

New research from Data for Progress highlights the negative effects of these bills and the desire for supportive environments.