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Homophobic DeSantis Campaign Staffer Cheers at LGBTQ+ Families Fleeing Florida

For Republicans it’s all about subtraction instead of addition.

Bisexuals Less Likely Than Gays and Lesbians to Be Out at Work

The report from the UCLA School of Law Williams Institute also found that bisexual men suffered more workplace discrimination than bisexual women.

Over 90% of trans youth live in states pushing anti-trans legislation: report

Ninety-three percent of transgender youth ages 13 to 17 — approximately 280,300 children — live in states that have considered or enacted laws restricting their rights.

Study Finds 24 Percent of Southern LGBTQ People Live in Poverty

Disparities found nationwide in number of poor LGBTQ people compared to their straight, cisgender counterparts.

18% of LGBTQ+ adults are parents — and they're raising over 5 million children

The "traditional" American family isn't so traditional after all.

Effort on to Vaccinate California's Enormous LGBTQ+ Population

The virus has a devastating effect on LGBTQ+ people, especially those of color.

Chuck Williams, Founder of The Williams Institute at UCLA Law School, Is Dead

The LGBTQ+ community has lost one of its most ardent and impactful members and supporters.

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Report: Hate-crime rate for LGBs comparable to other minorities

A new report released by the Williams Institute at UCLA School of Law shows that the rate of bias crimes committed against lesbians, gay men, and bisexuals is comparable to that of other groups already covered by federal hate-crimes laws.

78,300 Trans Citizens May Be Prevented From Voting in Midterms

Strict voter ID laws might restrict trans people from being part of the political process.

The Nations With the Highest Levels of LGBT Acceptance (and Lowest)

The U.S. doesn't rank that high, according to the Williams Institute.

Trans Parole Seekers in California Face Misgendering, Other Barriers

That's despite state law intended to assure respect for trans and nonbinary people in the criminal justice system, says a new Williams Institute study.

Marriage Equality an Economic Boon

Same-sex weddings are pouring billions into the economy, says the Williams Institute, a UCLA think tank.

80% of Transgender Americans Have Considered Suicide: Study

The data from UCLA Law School’s Williams Institute study showed that more than 80 percent of trans adults have considered suicide.

Anti-DEI laws are forcing universities to grapple with a mass exodus of LGBTQ+ professors: study

New Williams Institute study finds an alarming number of professors in higher education considering leaving their states or the profession because of Republican laws.

Utah Could Make $15 Mil From Marriage Equality

A study estimates that marriage equality would bring the state millions of dollars in the first three years of the law.

Climate change has a bigger impact on LGBTQ+ couples than straight couples. Here's how

Climate change "exacerbates existing disparities among individuals and communities," according to a new study.

Study: Gay Youth of Color Lack Support, Resources

A new study shows that gay youth of color also face homelessness, and racial discrimination.