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Gay Congressman David Cicilline on 12 Years Fighting for LGBTQ Rights in the House

Rep. David Cicilline was one of only four out LGBTQ+ members of Congress when he started serving in 2011.

Here's How the Global Respect Act Will Fight Anti-LGBTQ+ Abuse

The legislation was just passed in the House and its sponsors expect it to pass in the Senate. 

Will U.S. Deny Visas to Human Rights Abusers?

Out Rep. David Cicilline's Global Respect Act would looks to promote LGBT rights worldwide by denying egregious human rights violators entry into the U.S.

Mark Pocan Announced as Chair of Congressional Equality Caucus

The Equality Caucus promotes equality for LGBTQ+ people.

The State of LGBT Equality in Africa

Homophobia thrives in most countries in Africa, making the continent an oppressive place to live for countless LGBT people.

It's International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia

The observance has been going on since 2004. Read all about it here.

Tanzanian Official Banned From U.S. for Antigay Witch Hunt

Paul Christian Makonda, the regional commissioner of Dar es Salaam, has been punished for the "targeting of marginalized individuals."

10 Companies Leading the Way on Global LGBTI Rights

As the U.S. government trashes LGBT employment protections, corporations pick up the slack, going way beyond simple corporate responsibility.

Over 400 Major Businesses Endorse Equality Act, LGBTQ+ Civil Rights

Dozens of Fortune 500 companies are urging Congress to pass the LGBTQ+ civil rights legislation.

Sen. Dianne Feinstein, Trailblazing LGBTQ+ Rights Advocate, Dies at 90

Feinstein leaves legacy of championing women’s and LGBTQ+ rights.

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Why the 2024 elections will be a turning point for LGBTQ+ rights all over the world

LGBTQ+ people will witness elections that will determine their future in the United States, Russia, South Africa and beyond.

5 Times the U.N. Resolved, Then Failed, to End Homophobia

As the United Nations Human Rights Council last week passed another resolution condemning discrimination against LGBT people, it's time to ask whether past efforts have made a difference.

Gay Lawmaker David Cicilline Announces Resignation From Congress

Cicilline has served since 2011.

LGBTQ+ Activists Urge Japan to Pass Equality Act Before 2021 Olympics

The Summer Olympics are set to begin July 23 in Tokyo.

Trump's 'Gag Order' Hurts the World's Most Vulnerable LGBTQ People

The president's toxic policies spread far beyond this country's borders.

U.S. Embassy Slams Cancellation of Pride in Uganda

Ugandan authorities vowed to arrest anyone involved, leading to the cancellation of a week's worth of events.

Dear Brands: Support for LGBT People Should Last All Year

Corporate sponsorship of Pride festivals is fine, as long as the relationship is thoughtful and respectful.

More Than 500 U.S. Companies Support Passage of Equality Act

New members of HRC's Business Coalition for the Equality Act include Edward Jones, REI, Honeywell, McDonald's, Harley-Davidson, and more.

Author J.K. Rowling Rushes to the Defense of Transphobe

After a judge ruled a think tank was within its rights to fire a tax expert tweeting TERF views, the children's book writer defended the transphobe for "stating that sex is real."

The Ultimate Rebels: Queer Catholics

Staying faithful to the Roman Catholic Church -- when it's not always faithful to you -- takes inner fortitude, writes Christopher Pett.