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Trump’s election prompts one nonprofit to prioritize scholarships for LGBTQ+ youth in red states

Instead of wilting away, The Dru Project — an organization named in honor of Pulse Nightclub victim Drew Leinonen — is shifting its priorities to serve the most vulnerable LGBTQ+ young people in states where their existence is increasingly difficult.

Left unprotected, the fight for inclusive Title IX isn't over

The Biden-Harris administration's new Title IX rule promised to protect LGBTQ+ students from sexual violence, but conservative states are blocking its implementation and leaving many queer assault survivors unprotected.

Did you know most anti-LGBTQ+ legislation has failed? 'We're getting these wins'

While anti-LGBTQ+ bills are scary, we're doing better than you might think, Senior Manager of State Advocacy at the Trevor Project Gabby Doyle tells The Advocate.

Trump’s abortion stance will do far more damage than any conviction that might come his way

He’s guilty of wanting states to decide, which is a cop-out to the Christian right and a catalyst for Democrats and moderates.

Even in red states, the vast majority of Americans support LGBTQ+ protection laws

Most Americans support nondiscrimination laws and other protections, and a large number of them intend to vote based on it. However, those numbers are on the decline according to a new survey.