Anti-Trans Legislative Risk Assessment Map: May 2024 Update
Updates come to both the transgender youth and transgender adult maps as we prepare for the 2024 election cycle.
May 2, 2024
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legal recognition laws
Italy grapples with same-sex marriage
A top Italian cardinal was set to address Italian bishops Monday amid a debate in this overwhelmingly Catholic country over whether the government should grant unmarried couples--likely including gay couples--some form of legal recognition.
September 19, 2005
When laws fail to protect trans people, harmful medicalized norms creep in
"Medical intervention for trans people, like all others, should be undertaken based on individual informed consent," writes Kyle Knight, co-interim director of Human Rights Watch's LGBT Rights Program.
May 15, 2024
The anti-trans legislation risk map: A state by state breakdown
So far in 2024, there are already 400+ bills targeting transgender people. This map assesses the risk of the worst laws passing.
February 20, 2024
Bermuda Repeals Marriage Equality, Offers Domestic Partnerships Instead
It's the first known nation to take such an action.
February 7, 2018
Courtroom wrangler
Virginia trial lawyer Jill Jacobson was once a rodeo gal, riding broncos and roping calves. Her stint inside the ring prepared her well for the high-stakes world of corporate defense.
April 23, 2007
7 steps for transgender people preparing for federal crackdowns under Trump
Donald Trump has pledged severe federal crackdowns on transgender people. Erin Reed outlines steps for preparing for these challenges, sharing stories from trans individuals who are already taking action.
November 11, 2024
The Time Cindy Hyde-Smith Went Nuclear Over a Gay Commitment Ceremony
As Mississippi agriculture commissioner, the now-senator objected to the hosting of a commitment ceremony on state-owned property.
November 28, 2018
Chely Wright Talks North Carolina Marriage With MSNBC Thomas Roberts
"I consider myself a Southerner and I'm embarrassed," Wright said.
September 15, 2011
Spain's far right rallies against gays, other minority groups
Hundreds of
right-wing demonstrators made stiff-armed fascist salutes
and shouted insults against gays, Muslims, and
immigrants at a Sunday rally marking the 30th
anniversary of the death of former Spanish dictator Gen.
Francisco Franco.
November 21, 2005
It's all about our children
State lawmakers across the country are proposing new bans on adoption by gays and lesbians. That makes the work of the Family Pride Coalition all the more challenging--and necessary
April 10, 2006
Trump's Policies Tried to Tear This Gay Dad and Son Apart—The Dad Won
After help from a U.S. congressman, a three-year ordeal has come to an end for Jerome Roux.
April 5, 2022
WATCH: Malaysia's Battle for Transgender Rights
Often deprived of health care and legal recognition, Malaysia's transgender population is mounting a legal challenge against laws that prohibit their self-expression.
May 13, 2014
Transgender rights are under attack not just in the U.S., but around the world: study
While recognition of gender identity has increased significantly in the past two decades, so has the criminalization of transgender people, a new study shows.
February 27, 2024
India’s Transgender Rights Law Isn’t Worth Celebrating
Solely linking transition with surgery is wrong on so many fronts, writes Kyle Knight of Human Rights Watch.
December 5, 2019
Poland Must Legally Recognize Same-Sex Couples, European Human Rights Court Rules
With support from the country's new Prime Minister and Europe's highest human rights court, same-sex couples may finally be granted legal recognition in Poland.
December 13, 2023
Human Rights Group Tells Japan to Stop Sterilizing Trans Citizens
An outdated law comes under new scrutiny leading into the 2020 Olympics.
March 20, 2019
Irish Trans Woman's Gender Recognition Battle Finally Ends
Dr. Lydia Foy received a game-changing settlement from the Irish government after the High Court found that her human rights have been violated for over 20 years.
November 3, 2014
Hong Kong Court Rejects Marriage Equality, Orders 'Alternative' Recognition
The ruling from the city's highest court falls short of equality but represents progress, activists say.
September 5, 2023
Judge: Tenn. Must Recognize Three Same-Sex Marriages
The state of Tennessee must recognize the legal marriages of three same-sex couples who wed in other jurisdictions, a federal judge ruled today.
March 14, 2014