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trans rights
Kamala Harris and the presidential debate's missing trans rights talk
Trans rights were MIA during last night's debate. It's time for the Democratic nominee to turn up the volume, writes Marie-Adélina de la Ferrière.
September 10, 2024
Watch Doctor Who's David Tennant tell anti-trans bigot to “f—k off" in powerful speech
Our fave Time Lord is a trans ally!
May 8, 2024
With visibility comes violence: Increased awareness of transgender people leads to more hate crimes
Exclusive data shows in L.A. County and beyond, transgender people face increased risk of violent crimes as a result of their identity.
April 16, 2024
3 books to read before the November elections
These political reads examine the current state of facism, religion, transphobia, and more in the U.S.
April 4, 2024
Why the trans community and allies must mobilize this election year
On Trans Day of Visibility, we celebrate the strides made and confront the challenges ahead, emphasizing the critical importance of the upcoming election for the trans community's rights and dignity.
March 31, 2024
Black trans femme artists leading the charge for inclusion and hope
In the face of escalating anti-trans legislation and social hostility, the transformative work of Black trans femme artists offers a beacon of hope and a bold vision for a more inclusive and compassionate future.
March 28, 2024
Pedro Pascal encouraged intolerant Gina Carano to say 'trans rights' before she was fired
Pedro Pascal encouraged his colleague to show support for transgender people after she made several insensitive social media posts.
March 15, 2024
The anti-trans legislation risk map: A state by state breakdown
So far in 2024, there are already 400+ bills targeting transgender people. This map assesses the risk of the worst laws passing.
February 20, 2024
Nepal must not move backwards on trans rights
A trans woman leading Nepal's premier LGBTQ+ organization voices concern over the slow backslide in trans rights despite historic victories for gender identity recognition and legal protection.
February 16, 2024
Trans rights leader Kris Hayashi to lead advocacy department at National LGBTQ Task Force (exclusive)
Kris Hayashi has been a stalwart advocate in the LGBTQ+ movement for years.
February 6, 2024
North Carolina's 'don't say gay' law and anti-trans sports statute challenged by activists
The Campaign for Southern Equality filed a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education, saying these statutes violate federal law.
February 1, 2024
Florida School Leaders Punished for Accommodating Transgender Student-Athlete
It's against Florida law to allow trans girls to play on the schools' girls sports teams.
December 3, 2023
David Tennant Gushes About Trans Support & Bigots Seethe Over ‘Doctor Who’s Joyful Story
The Doctor has spoken: We’re in the trans joy era; get into it.
November 28, 2023
Colorado Springs Honors Trans Victims of Club Q Shooting on Transgender Day of Remembrance
In a city park, friends and loved ones gathered to remember Daniel Aston and Kelly Loving, who were both gunned down at the Colorado Springs queer bar Club Q.
November 20, 2023
Watch Donald Trump’s ‘Sinister’ Mug Shot Get a Gay Glow-Up
Matt Bernstein lent the former president a hand on behalf of gay best friends everywhere.
August 25, 2023
All Charges Dropped Against Trans Man Beaten by Cop in Video
The former schoolteacher said he wants his old job back.
August 14, 2023
Japan’s Supreme Court Issues Landmark Trans Rights Ruling
The ruling had far-reaching implications in a country that is still hostile to LGBTQ+ rights, including marriage equality.
July 12, 2023
Sarah McBride Is Out to Be the First Trans Member of Congress
The Delaware state senator has announced a bid for U.S. House of Representatives.
June 26, 2023
On Trans Issues, The New York Times Is Dead Wrong
As with the false flags created around climate change, the extreme right is creating wedge issues about gender dysphoria that the media follows, inevitably creating a damaging environment for transgender people.
June 23, 2023
17 Photos of the Trans Experience by Mariette Pathy Allen
The lauded photographer will have a special Pride exhibition at Culture Lab LIC in New York until the end of July.
June 3, 2023