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Molly Kearney, Nonbinary SNL Star, Shares Literal Uplifting Message with Trans Kids

"I've been hung up on my genitals for far too long, and I'm starting to feel like a freakin' Republican lawmaker!," Kearney said.

19 States Plan to Offer Refuge to Trans Youth & Families

The states have plans to protect these families from penalties for seeking gender-affirming health care.

Congressional Democrats Slam GOP Lawmakers For Anti-Trans Legislation

Led by Equality Caucus chair Rep. Mark Pocan, advocates for transgender rights and fellow Democrats vow to stick up for trans kids.

A Mom Makes Her Case for the Equality Act

LGBTQ rights is personal for Erica Adams Kasper, but she says everyone should support fairness.

Biden Tells Trans Youth 'Your President Has Your Back'

President Joe Biden's address to a joint session of Congress included support of the Equality Act.

Before his death, this conservative combat veteran filmed a PSA advocating for his transgender son

Whereas Republicans are demonizing trans kids, here’s a father’s unconditional love on display.

Montana's Ban on Gender-Affirming Care Challenged in New Lawsuit

"This law represents government overreach on steroids," says Lambda Legal Senior Counsel Peter Renn.

Anti-LGBTQ+ Laws Will Move to States, With Trump Judges to Defend Them

A new presidential administration is just a starting point for LGBTQ+ justice.

Suspect Arrested in Vandalism at Two Orlando LGBTQ+ Centers

Murals at the centers were spray-painted with hateful graffiti and images.

Florida Police Investigating After Murals Defaced Outside 2 LGBTQ+ Centers

Someone defaced one writing that children need to be saved from “trans lies.”

Queer Con: The Gayest Things to Do at San Diego’s 2015 Comic-Con

It's the queerest Comic-Con yet, and if you're in San Diego this week, here's what not to miss.

Watch Beto O'Rourke Praise Parents of Trans Kids on 'Late Night'

"These parents are the most loving parents you'll find anywhere," O'Rourke told Seth Meyers after spending Mother's Day with the family of a trans youth.

REPLAY: The Advocate hosts virtual roundtable with trans youth and author Nico Lang

The discussion was streamed live on Advocate.com on October 23 at 6:00 p.m. ET.

Right-Wing BlazeTV Host Jokes About Killing Trans Kids, Finds It Funny

One of the supposed jokes hypothesized the lynching of trans youth.

Meet the young transgender teens changing America and the world

These inspiring young trans leaders from the GenderCool Project aren't waiting around for the world to change — they're making it happen.

The U.S. House Passes Anti-Transgender Sports Bill

The Senate is unlikely to bring the legislation to a vote.

Don Cheadle Supports Trans Kids with Powerful Message on SNL

The Saturday Night Live host also wore a Soviet hockey jersey that read "Trump." 

Report: Supporting Trans Youth Is Scientifically Good for Them

Supporting youth in their gender journey doesn't confuse trans kids or stunt their growth, according to a University of Washington study.

Texas Is Forcing Its Anti-Trans Youth Bill Into Law Step-by-Step

Trans youth and their families turned out in protest, with some as young as 10 speaking out.

Trans Boy's Mother Stands Up to Transphobic Threats Over Storytime

"We have to celebrate these children. Reading a book with a transgender theme does not make kids transgender, but it does make transgender kids feel empowered."