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Chelsea Manning and Raquel Willis among 15 arrested at U.S. Capitol during bathroom sit-in

About 15 activists were arrested in the U.S. Capitol today while protesting Republicans' transgender bathroom ban with a sit-in.

Under Trump's 'authoritarian era,' these LGBTQ+ and abortion rights activists are standing up

The organizers behind last year's Gender Liberation March tell The Advocate about how they're fighting back now.

Giving myself wings as I pilot my way in "Red" Idaho

One writer's experience of navigating life as a queer Idahoan. Is it worth staying to fight for change, or is it time to spread wings and find a place where you truly belong?

Japan's First Lady Shines At Tokyo Pride

The first lady of Japan is known for taking more liberal stances than her conservative husband.

Sylvia Rivera Gets a Place in the National Portrait Gallery

The pioneering activist is the first transgender American to be featured in the gallery, located at the Smithsonian Institution.

Here's Why I Claim Bisexuality

Here's why this bisexual activist chooses the label bisexual over pansexual, queer, or other fluid labels.

Orthodox Church in Montenegro Baptizes Its First Out Trans Person

Nineteen-year-old Vuk Adzic said he feels "church is my only safe harbor."

50 images from the Gender Liberation March that say 'F you' to Project 2025

At least two thousand protestors filled the streets of Washington, D.C., on Saturday for the Gender Liberation March. See the moving images here.

After the 2024 election, we can be inspired by these historical LGBTQ+ movements against oppression

Amid the trauma and disappointment of the election results, we take a look at queer resistance over the past century

Marching on Washington: 'A Continuation, Not a Commemoration'

It's more important than ever to stand with LGBTQ+ people and other marginlized groups, writes Kierra Johnson, executive director of the National LGBTQ Task Force.

Seattle Might Rename One of Their Schools After Marsha P. Johnson

A resolution was passed by the Seattle School Board to revamp its policies and curriculum so LGBTQ+ youth and identity are affirmed citywide. 

An Obama-nation on marriage equality

Barack Obama's stance on same-sex marriage isn't just disappointing; it's hypocritical.

No Charges Against Lesbian Minister

The United Methodist Church will not bring charges against Sara Thompson Tweedy.

Inside the massive protest against Project 2025 and anti-trans laws coming to D.C. (exclusive)

A renowned organizer for the upcoming Gender Liberation March tells The Advocate how you can attend — and why you should.

Meet the transgender lawyer leading a bold fight to show Supreme Court justices that trans lives matter


“Every day, I fight to prove that transness is something to be celebrated, not eradicated,” Chase Strangio tells The Advocate.

Seattle Mayor Unveils Plan to Improve LGBT Safety

The plan, which includes a proposal for gender-neutral restrooms in city buildings, comes in response to an uptick in hate crimes.

Women Who Paved the Way: Gender Scientist Anne Fausto-Sterling

Today's queer woman to know in honor of Women's History Month is a scientist, academic, and writer who argued early on that gender exists on a continuum. 

See Pride Marches From 1969 to Now in 15 Unearthed Images

With these historic photos from Getty Images, take a look back at Pride Month and its evolution.

Man Jailed for Being Gay to be Pardoned Posthumously

It's the latest pro-LGBT move by the popular prime minister.