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‘Paw Patrol’ Spinoff Gets Nonbinary Character and the Right Freaks Out

The introduction of a nonbinary character was applauded by many, but it's also genereated fierce criticism from conservative groups.

How can you support transgender and nonbinary youth right now? The Trevor Project has some tips

These supportive actions can decrease the risk of suicide, notes a new research brief from the crisis intervention group.

Pauli Murray Will Be First Black Queer Person on U.S. Currency

The nonbinary civil rights activist, lawyer, poet, and priest will appear on a quarter.

Pauli Murray Doc Examining the Nonbinary Activist’s Life Wins Peabody

The film highlights the Black nonbinary civil rights activist and lawyer who was one of the 20th century's most influential thinkers.

The struggle to reclaim autonomy in the two-spirit movement

For centuries, two-spirit individuals have faced violence and assimilation. But today, activists are striving to reclaim their autonomy and preserve their legacy, writes Human Rights Watch's Abbey Koenning-Rutherford and Bria Nelson.

Jesus and St. Paul were asexual, and everybody in heaven is nonbinary

Have you ever wondered about the sexual identities of Jesus and St. Paul? Or how gender and sexuality might influence our understanding of heaven?

Rep. Robert Garcia calls out Peru for classifying trans, intersex & nonbinary people as mentally ill

The California Democrat, who is Peruvian American, called the move ‘discriminatory, dangerous and shameful.’

After Nex Benedict's death, 350 LGBTQ+ groups, activists, and celebs urge Oklahoma superintendent's removal

Ryan Walters has allowed a climate of hate to thrive in Oklahoma schools, an open letter says in light of trans student Nex Benedict's death.

Democrats Reintroduce Transgender Bill of Rights Amid Flood of Anti-Trans Bills

The proposed resolution, introduced by Rep. Pramila Jayapal and Sen. Edward Markey, would provide a framework of protections for trans and nonbinary people.

No, transgender and nonbinary people are not frequently mass shooters

In the wake of a tragic mass shooting in Iowa, conservatives and far-right extremists have falsely peddled the claim that the LGBTQ+ community is dangerous, but data refutes that claim.

ACLU Calls for Federal Probe of Anti-LGBTQ+ Actions in Texas Schools

These actions violated federal antidiscrimination law, the ACLU of Texas says.

An LGBTQ+ 'Unity Prom' at Ohio's State House Is a Resounding Success

The queer community had itself a kiki at the Ohio State House and it was a blast.

Right-wing influencers seem happy that Iowa school shooter might be LGBTQ+

Without confirmation about his gender identity or sexual orientation, anti-LGBTQ+ extremists focused on pushing the false notion that transgender and nonbinary people are often mass shooters — they aren't.

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Republican running for N.C. schools superintendent falsely claims ‘+’ in LGBTQ+ includes pedophilia

The right-wing extremist is running to be in charge of public education in the state.

How California Is Breaking Down the Gender Binary

A new state law sets a blueprint for the rest of the nation.

Is Trans Over?

The beginning of the end of the gender binary may have arrived.

Texas Democrat Beto O’Rourke Poses in Shirt Supporting Trans Kids

The former presidential candidate is running for governor against GOP Gov. Greg Abbott, who recently ordered the investigation of some parents of trans children who had access to gender-affirming care.

Trans and Nonbinary Youth Face Increased Risks as They Come Out Younger: Report

Family support can make a positive difference, according to the Trevor Project.

Still A Gender Outlaw: Catching Up With Trans Elder Kate Bornstein

"Gender depends on something else for its existence. What it depends on varies from time period to time period, culture to culture," the writer says, "We're not admitting that."