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Over a quarter of college applicants are rejecting schools over their states' politics: report

Over a quarter of college applicants (28 percent) said in a new survey that they "exclude schools solely based on political considerations in the state where the institution is located."

Intersex youth have worse mental health, and 'harmful' nonconsensual surgeries may play a part (exclusive)

The lead author of an eye-opening new report from the Trevor Project tells The Advocate about the "stigma" intersex youth face, how it impacts them, and how to rectify it.

U.S. public schools lost $3.2 billion fighting conservative culture wars: report

Public schools have been forced to spend billions on security, public relations, and legal assistance combating right-wing attacks for supposedly teaching about race and LGBTQ+ identities.

Abortion is the most important issue for women under 30 in the election: survey

Nearly two out of every fice women under the age of 30 (39 percent) said abortion is the most important issue for their vote in November.

Republicans and Democrats are split on transgender rights — and it's impacting swing states

Ohio's voters largely oppose protections for trans people. And yes, Ohio's voters are largely Republican.

LGBTQ+ people are at a higher risk of 'adverse brain health:' study

LGBTQ+ adults are at a 15 percent higher risk of composite brain health outcomes — including dementia, strokes, and late-life depression, according to a new study.

Anti-trans laws caused a significant spike in suicide attempts among trans youth: study

Suicide attempts among trans youth increased anywhere from 7 percent to 72 percent in states that enacted anti-trans laws.

Companies dropping DEI will face consequences — 80% of LGBTQ+ adults support boycotts: report

80 percent of LGBTQ+ would boycott a company that rolled back DEI initiatives,including stopping shopping at, utilizing, and/or purchasing its services.

Molson Coors beer company abandons DEI after fringe online conservatives complain

In response to the targeted attacks, the HRC has created an online portal allowing consumers to directly message corporate executives in protest.

Jóvenes de la Generación Z LGBTQ+ no se sienten seguros en la escuela: “Un lugar de temor en lugar de un lugar de aprendizaje”.

El 52 por ciento de los estudiantes de la Generación Z LGBTQ+ han experimentado acoso escolar debido a su identidad, y el 13 por ciento informó que fueron acosados por maestros o personal administrativo.

Anti-LGBTQ+ laws linked to higher rates of suicidal ideation in queer students: report

Attending schools with anti-LGBTQ+ policies is associated with "poorer mental health and higher suicide risk" among LGBTQ+ youth.

LGBTQ+ Gen Z youth don't feel safe at school: 'A place of dread rather than a place of learning'

52 percent of LGBTQ+ Gen Z students have experienced bullying because of their identity, with 13 percent reporting that they were bullied by teachers or administrative staff.

Americans still support marriage equality by a vast majority — just not Republicans

More than two in three Americans still believe that marriage equality should be the law of the land, despite a slight dip in support.

Adult LGBTQ+ role models are instrumental to queer youth's mental health. Here's how

Two-thirds of LGBTQ+ young people (67 percent) report having at least one older LGBTQ+ adult role model in their day-to-day lives. Here's why that's important.

Single lesbians are avoided by straight women, but not straight men. Here's why.

A lesbian's relationship status changes things, according to new research.

Lesbians have more orgasms than straight women — and yes, it's men's fault

A new research study is shedding a light on why straight women have fewer orgasms than lesbians — and it's exactly the reason you think.

79% of American workers say anti-LGBTQ+ laws impact where they move: report

As 4 out of 5 U.S. workers say anti-LGBTQ+ laws affects where they relocate, inclusion is just "smart business practice," according to a new study by nonprofit Out & Equal.

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.

How important is abortion in the 2024 elections? To these groups, it's crucial

Abortion is an important issue to most women, but a large number of certain demographics are making it their top priority.

Teachers are tired of the culture wars — and many support LGBTQ+ curricula, Pew survey finds

If there's one thing teachers can agree on, it's that government overreach has gone too far.

Transgender women have a higher risk of HIV infections. A new CDC report reveals why

A new CDC report reveals that discrimination against transgender women is the main cause behind adverse health trends in the group.