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Biden’s Title IX sexual orientation and gender identity protections blocked in 26 states

The new rule protecting LGBTQ+ students in schools accepting federal funds took effect in the rest of the country on Thursday.

ENDA to Be Separated Into Two Bills: Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

Rep. Barney Frank will be introducing two separate versions of the Employment Non-Discrimination Act: one that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and another one that does the same regarding gender identity. The ENDA bill without trans inclusion will be marked up by the chamber's Education and Labor Committee next Tuesday so that it can be sent to the House floor for a vote, Steven Adamske, a spokesman for Frank, told The Advocate.

A nonbinary Census? American Community Survey tests questions on sexual orientation and gender identity

The latest data collection also tries to use gender-neutral terms throughout.

Joe Biden pardons all veterans convicted and discharged over their sexuality or gender identity

“Today, I am righting a historic wrong by using my clemency authority to pardon many former service members who were convicted simply for being themselves,” Biden said.

Florida students allowed to talk about sexual orientation, gender identity after 'don't say gay' settlement

A legal settlement established that certain discussions of sexual orientation and gender identity are absolutely permitted in Florida schools.

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A 101 Guide to Knowing Thyself (And Understanding Everyone Else)

Our 101 guide to gender identities and sexual orientations.

Queer Middle School Teacher Rebuked for 'Gender Unicorn' Explainer

The teacher handed out the simple gender and sexual identity explainer "The Gender Unicorn," which upset some parents. 

The LGBTQ + candidates running in 2024 are more diverse than ever: Victory Fund

There's more diversity in gender identity, sexual orientation, and race/ethnicity, according to the group.

OkCupid Explores Gender 'Beyond the Binary'

The inclusive dating website is allowing users to share their stories and definitions of gender identity and sexual orientation.

Michigan bans 'gay and trans panic' defense as Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signs historic bill (exclusive)

HB 4718 prohibits using the "sexual orientation or gender identity of a victim as a defense to a crime."

Tennessee bill permitting anti-LGBTQ+ foster and adoptee parents passes House

Critics contend LGBTQ+ children could be placed in homes hostile to their sexual and gender identity.

Meals on Wheels Incites Scare With LGBTQ Survey of Elders

The charity that feeds elderly Americans asked them questions about their sexuality and gender identity.

Congresswoman: Being LGBT "Not a Disease To Be Cured"

The congresswoman calls on the Federal Trade Commission to investigate mental health providers' claims that they can change sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

The Supreme Court Doesn't Believe LGBT People Are Real

The justices continue to argue that race is an immutable trait, but sexuality and gender identity, well, not so much.

Op-ed: I Am a Straight Sister of Perpetual Indulgence

The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence welcomes everyone who is willing into its fold, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation.

Dozens of LGBT Rights Protestors Arrested in Idaho Capitol

The demonstration was designed to persuade the state Senate to pass gender identity and sexual orientation discrimination protections.

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?

U.N. Steps Up Efforts Against Anti-LGBTQ+ Violence and Discrimination

The U.N. Human Rights Council condemned criminalization of same-sex sexual acts and diverse gender identities.

Texas Board of Education Rejects Lessons About LGBTQ+ Identity

In a preliminary vote, the State Board of Education nixed the idea of teaching about sexual orientation and gender identity.

Study: 91 Percent of LGBTQ+ Teens Are Bullied in Trump's America

New research shows that bullying is pervasive and often includes factors beyond sexual orientation or gender identity.

Alaska Considers LGBTQ Category for Hate-Crime Law

Alaska is one of 19 states that doesn't already cover attacks motivated by sexual orientation and gender identity.