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New York trans woman settles landmark lawsuit affirming transgender rights while in custody

DeAnna LeTray said officers called her mentally ill and “a guy dressed like a woman.” She just made them change the previously transphobic system.

Homophobic Winery That Turned Away Lesbian Wedding Changes Policy

The owners caved after a bride posted an email from the winery on social media.

IMDb Changes Deadnaming Policy, But Trans People Are Still at Risk

Activists say the change falls short of protecting transgender professionals in the entertainment industry.

Facebook Responds to 'Real Name' Policy Complaints

After public protests, multiple meetings and an abundance of angst, the social network takes another step in its commitment to allow users to self-identify.

Evangelical Project Seeks to Change Image on LGBT Issues — But Not Policy

A new online campaign calls on evangelical Christians to respect LGBT people and recognize they're made in God's image, but doesn't shift the prevailing evangelical view on LGBT equality.

Smith College Takes First Step in Changing Trans Policy

The Massachusetts women's university will establish a committee on transgender students.

Lawsuit Looks to End N.C. Policy Requiring Surgery to Change Gender

The lawsuit argues that forcing a trans person to have surgery to change the gender on their birth certificate violates their constitutional rights. 

WATCH: Victory for Trans Girl Discriminated Against by Catholic School

In response to 11-year-old Tracey Wilson's human rights complaint, Vancouver's schools have become more open to trans students -- though some say support doesn't go far enough.

Boy Scouts Say Antigay Policy Change Was Leaked

News that the Boy Scouts of America was considering revising its long-standing ban on gay members was made public through an unintentional leak, reports the New York Times.

Why Are Transgender Pilots Given Extra FAA Scrutiny?

A pilot from California says she was forced to undergo an extra psychological evaluation because she is transgender. 

Boy Scouts Community Relations Director Quietly Advocates Antigay Policy Change

Willie Iles, Jr., highlighted historical discrimination within the Boy Scouts of America at a fundraiser in Fort Worth, Texas.

U.S. Navy Approves First Name-Change for a Trans Vet

The decision is historic, but does not reflect a policy change.

Trans Woman Living with HIV Held in Solitary Confinement for Six Years Sues

The lawsuit seeks a change in policy plus monetary damages.