Bully mom organizes student walkout to protest a trans girl using the locker room
“I don’t have a problem with trans people at all until it makes me uncomfortable,” said one aggrieved student who walked out.| LGBTQ Nation
We have formally reported the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) to the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI), calling for a full investigation and a downgrade or removal of their A-status accreditation. The EHRC have been consistent in undermining the rights of trans individuals. The EHRC continually contradicts its obligations to uphold […] The post Press statement: GANHRI submission first appeared on tacc.org.uk.| tacc.org.uk
For immediate release Deeply disturbing actions by the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) haveprompted a wide-ranging coalition of trans and Human Rights organisations to demand thedowngrading of the EHRC as an internationally-accredited Human Rights body. This formal challenge to the EHRC’s fitness for purpose has been brought by TransActual UK,Amnesty International UK and Trans+ […] The post Equality and Human Rights Commission faces a devastating challenge for yet again violat...| tacc.org.uk
“I don’t have a problem with trans people at all until it makes me uncomfortable,” said one aggrieved student who walked out.| LGBTQ Nation
Joe Biden tried to stop health insurers from discriminating against trans people. The judge sided with Republicans.| LGBTQ Nation
Ana Caldas has been competing for decades, but has now been forced out of the sport.| LGBTQ Nation
She and the right have been angry at Netflix for LGBTQ+ representation in years-old shows.| LGBTQ Nation
Rendering our identities unspeakable, and therefore, unthinkable The post Erasure laws are the new frontline of anti-LGBTQ hate appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News.| Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News
What is going on in the legal fights against the Trump Administration's attempts to halt, ban, or defund transgender care for youth and young adults.| QueerDoc • Transgender and Gender Diverse Online Healthcare
“This pivotal moment would not have happened without the courage of trans activists,” the lawmakers' open letter reads.| Articles – Truthout
Complete guide to vaginal hysterectomy: procedure types, recovery, risks, benefits and gender-affirming care. Expert information from GenderGP for informed decisions.| GenderGP
The Terminal Tower, “Cleveland’s Signature Skyscraper,” beamed purple for the second straight year in support of LGBTQ youth and against bullying. It is the first landmark in Ohio to participate in Spirit Day, and the skyline this year expanded the purple output, with the nearby Beaux Arts post office plaza also lighting its columns, reflections [...] The post Cleveland Rocks Spirit Day, Lighting Up Downtown Landmarks to Lift LGBTQ Youth first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Americans don't just disagree on policies. In three key areas, they disagree on the principles that lead to the creation of those policies.| The Daily Signal
Ex-Grünen-Bundestagsabgeordnete und Transsexuelle Dr. Valerie Wilms warnt: „Das Selbstbestimmungsgesetz ist verheerend, wir sollten unbedingt zum alten Transsexuellengesetz zurückkehren.“ Die Autorin des Buchs „Meine zwei Leben“ spricht über schwindende Akzeptanz von echten Transsexuellen, Pubertätsblocker, Transsexualität als „psychische Erkrankung“ und die Grünen, bei denen keine Hoffnung bestünde, dass sie wieder zu „vernunftbezogener Politik zurückkehren“. Der Beit...| PUNKT.PRERADOVIC
Commentary from Barbados: Freedom of speech is no excuse for violent anti-transgender threats In the wake of the arrest of anti-transgender Irish comedian Graham Linehan for urging women to kick trans women in the genitals, trans activist Alexa D V. Hoffman writes that anti-trans commentators are falsely defending hate speech as it were protected free… The post Transgender victims of hate speech deserve protection, not more hate appeared first on Erasing 76 Crimes.| Erasing 76 Crimes
Ugandan homophobe Martin Ssempa echoes allegations of right-wing Americans. Pastor Martin Ssempa, Uganda’s most prominent homophobic cleric, has been using the murder of American right-wing political activist Charlie Kirk to promote Ssempa’s homophobia agenda and to seek buyers for Ssempa’s recently published anti-LGBTQ book. In a series of social media posts, Ssempa blames members of… The post Ugandan anti-LGBTQ pastor uses Charlie Kirk murder to sell books appeared first on Erasing ...| Erasing 76 Crimes
Trans employees often face career fallout for reporting discrimination. This article explores why courage carries a cost and how that must change.| TransVitae
Royal Mail must pay £12,500 to trans worker Sophie Cole, 46, after a tribunal found the company failed to stop gender-based harassment.| TransVitae
After Miss Major Griffin-Gracy’s passing, her book Miss Major Speaks stands as a powerful record of her legacy, voice, and lifelong fight for trans justice.| TransVitae
California’s AB 727 will require schools to print The Trevor Project’s LGBTQ+ crisis hotline on student IDs starting in 2026.| TransVitae
Trans activist Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, Stonewall veteran and founder of the House of GG, dies at 78. Her legacy shaped trans justice and inspired generations.| TransVitae
Trans voices are being shadowbanned and erased by biased algorithms. Learn how it happens, why it matters, and what creators can do to fight back.| TransVitae
Iran is promoting itself as a global center for transgender surgery, but its own trans citizens face coercion, unsafe care, and systemic discrimination.| TransVitae
Across the U.S. and U.K., trans youth are suffering preventable harm from government neglect, funding cuts, and endless delays in vital care.| TransVitae
A coroner ruled the death of 17-year-old Leia Sampson-Grimbly preventable, exposing fatal delays in NHS gender care and demanding urgent reform.| TransVitae
From knee-highs to combat classics, discover boots that match your gender expression, comfort needs, and unstoppable energy this season.| www.transvitae.com
I only met my wife’s stepfather once, and once was enough. It was at my sister-in-law’s college graduation. My wife and I had been dating for several months at this point, and I was early in my transition. She had already met my parents because they lived in the area, but her parents were visiting for the graduation, and I was meeting them for the first time.| Enbies are from Earth
In a major setback for transgender rights, high court justices upheld a law banning gender-affirming care for minors, continuing a pattern of supporting Trump administration policies.| San Francisco Chronicle
Unfortunately, due to federal regulations, we cannot provide services for anyone with Medicare insurance (usually people 65 years or older or with permanent| QueerDoc • Transgender and Gender Diverse Online Healthcare
What Is Colovaginoplasty? Colovaginoplasty, also known as pedicled rectosigmoidal flap vaginoplasty, is a type of gender-affirming surgery for transgender women. It involves using a segment of the large intestine to create a fully functioning neovagina. This surgical technique is particularly valuable for transgender women who may not be suitable candidates for traditional penile inversion vaginoplasty, […] The post Colovaginoplasty: A Comprehensive Guide for Transgender Women appeared fi...| GenderGP
The UK Government and UK research councils have contributed £10 million pounds to a series of research studies on service users of the newly established Children and Young People’s Gender Services.…| Growing Up Transgender
Note: The comments made by school board members in this piece reflect only their personal opinions and views, and are not necessarily reflective of their respective school boards / districts. Education is seemingly one of the most non-controversial topics. Who among us doesn’t want kids to learn and grow in a safe and welcoming environment? [...] The post Lessons Learned: On Organizing for Inclusive and Welcoming School Systems first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
On Sunday, September 7, 2025, more than 225 filmmakers, artists, and industry professionals gathered at Malaparte on the rooftop of the TIFF Lightbox for the annual Inside Out x TIFF Queer Brunch. The event, launched in 2018, has become a fixture of the festival’s opening weekend, offering a space for 2SLGBTQ+ creatives to eat, meet [...] The post Inside Out Queer Brunch Lights Up Lightbox Rooftop to Kick off the 50th Toronto International Film Festival first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Written by Cora Cartagena Each September, as we celebrate Latine Heritage Month, I am reminded that our stories, our culture, and our resilience are central to the fight to end the HIV epidemic. As a first-generation Peruvian immigrant and a Program Manager at NMAC, I have seen firsthand that HIV advocacy is not just about [...] The post Investing in Latina Women Is the Future of Ending the HIV Epidemic first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Brooklyn, NY – On Thursday, September 11th, nearly 1000 expertly-clad fashion aficionados gathered at the Brooklyn Museum to attend the DapperQ 10th Annual Queer New York Fashion Week Show, an LGBTQ staple of the iconic sartorial event. While mis- and disinformation about the LGBTQ community continues to proliferate, this celebratory event offered a look back [...] The post Over 1000 Attendees at Annual LGBTQ Fashion Show During New York Fashion Week first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
‘Don’t struggle alone in despair. Let's strive together. Come fill your cup with hope and community.’| The Buckeye Flame
Trans kids: these attorneys general are fighting for you.| Gaudete Theology
Vietnam makes history by naming Huong Giang the first transgender woman to represent an Asian country at Miss Universe 2025.| www.transvitae.com
In states where gender-affirming care remains legal, some hospitals have nonetheless stopped providing it. What gives?| The New Republic
I recently hired a transgender employee. Some employees have told me that using pronouns which don’t align with someone’s biological sex goes against their religious... The post Best Ways to Handle Coworker Concerns about Transgender Employee first appeared on HRWatchdog.| HRWatchdog
The 26-year-old Chicagoan is betting that empathy and righteous anger can remake Democratic politics.| The 19th
I’m Gen Z, part Chinese, and transmasculine: of course I'm talking about . That was my favorite movie growing up, and still is my favorite Disney movie. I’ve...| Enbies are from Earth
"This is what it feels like not to hide. I don’t have to hide… From the day I made that decision, I was never afraid again.”| New Ways Ministry
The post Where does Antifa’s money come? Andy Ngo sits with Trammell to discuss… appeared first on Center for American Liberty.| Center for American Liberty
If you’ve ever typed “Where is it safe for a trans person to live?” into Google and felt unsatisfied with the search results – this is for you. Because places that are marked gay-friendly aren't always trans friendly. And big blue cities in red states still mean passing through red state roads and airports. While no one has all the answers, and nobody can tell you where you'll be safe no matter one (because no one is a mind reader), there are places that are better than others. This p...| QUEER ADVENTURERS
Am 10. September 2025 wurde Charlie Kirk, einer der bekanntesten konservativen Aktivisten der Vereinigten Staaten, während einer Veranstaltung an der Utah Valley University,... The post Konservativer US-Aktivist Charlie Kirk ermordet first appeared on TFP Deutschland.| TFP Deutschland
Let’s put a name and a face to Canadian decline: Daniel “Dani” Senecal. Face freshly shaved, hair grown out, pride flag and “she/her” slapped on his Facebook bio, Senecal is—by every practical meas…| Skating Under The Ice
Complete laparoscopic hysterectomy guide for transgender patients. Gender-affirming surgery benefits, recovery, costs & expert care| GenderGP
I was standing behind her in the autographs line at a comedy show for a lesbian comedian. She was asking the opener “do you tour outside of [city]” and he was like “lol, say that again, slowly.” I was laughing, and maybe it was a little mean (but tour literally means more than one city?) and she turned around and was like “girl shut up.”| Enbies are from Earth
(Originally posted 1/8/25) Social media accounts with a history of anti-transgender rhetoric frequently and falsely accuse transgender people of crimes, particularly during mass shooting events, before facts are known. There is no evidence of escalating violence committed by LGBTQ people. Extremism and domestic terrorism experts tell PolitiFact that there are no widespread threats of growing [...] The post Fact Sheet: Debunking “Trans Terrorism” and Other False Claims in High-Profile Cr...| GLAAD
The Okra’s Project’s new initiative offers three months of free therapy to support Black transgender individuals nationwide The Okra Project, a nonprofit dedicated to nourishing and sustaining Black transgender, nonbinary, and gender-expansive communities, is deepening its impact. In partnership with BetterHelp, the organization will now provide up to three months of free or low-cost therapy [...] The post The Okra Project Expands Nationwide with BetterHelp to Deliver Free Mental Health C...| GLAAD
The 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, held on Sunday, September 7 at UBS Arena in New York, delivered a night full of unforgettable moments that highlighted LGBTQ artistry, community, and joy. Queer stars lit up the red carpet, where GLAADs Yolanda Lenge caught up with talent including Rebecca Black, Gigi Perez, T.S. Madison and Frankie [...] The post Queer Joy Shined at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
GLAAD announced inaugural partnership with the Trans Film Mentorship (TFM) in tandem with the group’s Trans Filmmaker Summit (TFS), which returns for its fourth consecutive year at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival. Founded by Luis De Filippis and Gabrielle Zilkha, TFM's mission is to increase the presence of trans and nonbinary professionals, filmmakers, creatives| GLAAD | GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance.
Valerie Kloosterman says she was fired as a physician assistant, after requesting a religious exemption from providing certain types of care to transgender patients.| Michigan Public
Trans pride flag creator Monica Helms plans to leave the U.S., citing rising anti-trans laws and safety concerns facing the community.| www.transvitae.com
While nearly anyone who has heard of anything regarding transgender issues has heard of the more “traditional” GRS for AMAB people (used to construct a neovagina and labia from existing penile/scrotal tissues), this procedure does not cover the bases for every AMAB person. In particular, a growing number of non-binary-identified people — in particular, ones with a neutrois identity — are much more interested in simply eschewing their external genitalia entirely.| busybee: General Articles
Today, along with over 80 partner organisations, we are writing to MPs across the UK calling for robust Parliamentary scrutiny of the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s (EHRC) forthcoming Code of Practice on Services, Public Functions and Associations. Joint letter from trans+/LGBTQ+ orgs If Bridget Phillipson, Minister for Women and Equalities, does not make provision| tacc.org.uk -
Apparently, a YouTube video, a manifesto, stickers containing slogans, and multiple drawings are not enough for authorities and "journalists" to understand the shooter's motives. That's because the answer goes against the narrative of their elite overlords. Here's an unfiltered look at the material left by the shooter. The post The Media and Authorities Are Lying: The Motives of the Minneapolis Shooter Were Crystal Clear first appeared on The Vigilant Citizen.| The Vigilant Citizen
Learn what AMAB means, its role in gender identity, and how it connects to transgender experiences with expert guidance from GenderGP.| GenderGP
Find solace in a weekend getaway to Hudson, NY, at the enchanting Hudson Navigator. Let the maritime charm and cozy comforts wash away your worries and guide you back to peace.| Outtraveler.com
Board members were dodgy when asked about their expertise on trans medical issues.| Advocate.com
Sam Nicoresti’s Baby Doomer earned her the Edinburgh Fringe’s Best Comedy Show, making her the first trans winner in the festival’s history.| www.transvitae.com
From dreaming of competing in pageants to finally embracing her true self as Jasmine Gabrielle Basanes, this inspiring journey of self-discovery and acceptance will move you.| Advocate.com
Health insurance for gender affirming care can be overwhelmingly complex in the USA. Getting an answer to "What does my plan cover?" can take hours. Federal| QueerDoc • Transgender and Gender Diverse Online Healthcare
U.S. v. Skrmetti is the lawsuit challenging Tennessee’s gender affirming youth care ban. It was argued in front of the Supreme Court in December, 2024, and we expect a ruling sometime in June, 2025. Soon. This could have a huge impact on youth care in the United States. The Supreme Court’s yearly calendar ends at […]| QueerDoc • Trans Online Doctors Office
Comprehensive guide to MTF vaginoplasty surgery for transgender women. Learn about techniques, recovery, costs, and outcomes from specialists| GenderGP
It might have worked had someone quipped, ‘He’s not the Messiah, he’s a very naughty boy!’ Alas they didn’t| Debbie Hayton
We would not be human if we did not feel differently in the company of women than we do in the company of men. Or more precisely, people whom we perceive to be women and men.| Debbie Hayton
Discover how telehealth is transforming access to gender-affirming testosterone injections, empowering transgender youth with safe guidance.| GenderGP
Find solace in a weekend getaway to Hudson, NY, at the enchanting Hudson Navigator. Let the maritime charm and cozy comforts wash away your worries and guide you back to peace.| Outtraveler.com
Groundbreaking research shows gender-affirming care reduces suicide risk and boosts mental health for trans youth, countering harmful political attacks.| www.transvitae.com
Every year, the U.S. Supreme Court receives an estimated 8,000 requests — petitions, or “writs of certiorari” — to take up cases related to a number of constitutional questions affecting Americans and our lives. It only grants a small percentage of those and denies review to the overwhelming majority of cases, allowing lower court decisions [...] The post What’s At Stake at the Supreme Court in 2025-2026: Fast Facts first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Complete guide to orchiectomy surgery for transgender individuals. Learn about procedures, benefits, recovery, and eligibility criteria| GenderGP
Our FOI reveals a year of correspondence showing how ministers and senior officials at the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT) met repeatedly with the anti-rights group Sex Matters while shaping the government’s new digital identities framework, the system…| Trans Advocacy and Complaints Collective
How a single unconfirmed complaint became a media weapon, and why trans allies need to hold the line, not fuel the fire. Scrolling through socials this week feels like watching a fire stoked from both ends, and in the middle is Marks & Spencer. Post after post calling out Marks & Spencer, condemning them for […]| Trans Advocacy and Complaints Collective
The Air Force just canceled early retirement for trans troops, stripping them of pay and dignity. Another brutal blow under Trump’s military ban.| www.transvitae.com
Learning from a Failed Dialogue on Trans Childhoods in Colombia| Ideas and Insights from the JSK Journalism Fellows at Stanford - Medium
I attended my first London Trans+ Pride with a friend, experiencing an accessible event that drew over 100,000 people. Highlights included an Accessible Bloc, interpreter support, and designated quiet spaces. The march emphasized solidarity, joy, and inclusivity, ensuring everyone could participate fully. I look forward to returning next year.| Autistic and Living the Dream
From childhood Barbie dolls to iconic celebrity shoots, trans hairstylist Mariah Molina empowers individuals and reshapes the beauty industry with inclusivity and understanding.| Out Magazine
Learn what AFAB means, its significance in gender identity discussions, and how it differs from AMAB. Comprehensive guide to assigned female,| GenderGP
Learn what it means to be transgender in this clear, compassionate guide. Perfect for allies, families, and anyone questioning their gender. Includes definitions, myths, transition info, and how to support trans people.| GenderGP
On August 8, GLAAD, the world’s leading LGBTQ media advocacy organization, amplified the voices of several transgender service members in response to news that the U.S. Air Force issued a memo denying early retirement to all transgender service members with between 15 and 18 years of military service. These trans service members are being given [...] The post Transgender Service Members Respond: U.S. Air Force Denies Retirement Benefits to Trans Troops first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Every week, The GLAAD Wrap brings you LGBTQ-related entertainment news highlights, fresh stuff to watch out for, and fun diversions to help you kick off the weekend. 1) Dramedy My Mother’s Wedding is out in theaters today! The film follows three daughters who return home for their mother’s third wedding. One of the daughters, Katherine| GLAAD | GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance.
From childhood Barbie dolls to iconic celebrity shoots, trans hairstylist Mariah Molina empowers individuals and reshapes the beauty industry with inclusivity and understanding.| Out Magazine
Few trans people receive gender-affirming housing and care in the federal prison system. This executive order would make it even harder.| The Marshall Project
Discover the meaning of gender euphoria and how moments of affirmation can bring joy. Learn what gender euphoria looks like, why it matters, and take the Gender Euphoria Scale Test.| GenderGP
This Trans History Month, meet STAR—the zine that remembers Marsha, Sylvia, and the fierce, radical roots of trans resistance. No rainbow filters here.| www.transvitae.com
On this Jamaican Independence Day, a moment for celebration, reflection, and cultural pride, filmmaker and author Max-Arthur Mantle is boldly reclaiming the narrative around Jamaican queerness with his upcoming feature film, BATTY BWOY!. The film, currently in pre-production, is a groundbreaking cinematic project that centers the Black, queer Caribbean experience through the story of Mark [...] The post “BATTY BWOY!” is Bringing Queer Caribbean Stories to the Big Screen: A Defiant Love ...| GLAAD
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Facial masculinisation surgery (FMS) can be a powerful step in gender affirmation for transgender men and non-binary individuals assigned female at birth| GenderGP
Complete guide to phalloplasty costs in UK & abroad. Compare prices, funding options, and expert advice from GenderGP.| GenderGP
Complete guide to bottom growth on testosterone for trans men. Learn timelines, what to expect, care tips & FAQs. Expert advice from GenderGP| GenderGP
NBC’s American Ninja Warrior has long celebrated resilience, strength, and heart and this season, two trailblazing athletes are making sure that trans visibility is part of that legacy. Clayton and Jenson, the first out trans men to be featured on the hit competition series, are using their platform to redefine what it means to compete, [...] The post Meet the Trans Athletes Competing on This Season of “American Ninja Warrior” first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
In the current cultural and political landscape, LGBTQ people — and especially transgender and nonbinary people — face an onslaught of attacks, including extraordinary levels of inflammatory, false, dehumanizing rhetoric. Anti-LGBTQ media figures, political leaders, and others are enlisting classic fear-mongering tactics: propagating malicious harmful lies and bigotry to target a historically marginalized group of [...] The post Fact Check Overview: Falsehoods and Misleading Tropes About ...| GLAAD
Blackshear, GA, native LaVonnia Moore found her purpose working in the Okefenokee and Three Rivers Regional Library Systems (TRRLS), quickly advancing from 10 hours a week as a part-time employee in 2010 to running her own branch as the Pierce County Library manager until she was unexpectedly ousted from her position on June 18, following [...] The post Georgia Community Rallies to Reinstate Celebrated Librarian Fired Over Inclusive Book Display first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
On July 9, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) held a workshop with the inaccurate and inflammatory title: “The Dangers of ‘Gender-Affirming Care’ for Minors.” The title, event, and invited speakers ignore the consensus of every major medical association and leading world health authority, which all support health care for transgender adults and youth. Intentional [...] The post Fact Sheet: Speakers Invited by Trump Administration Spread Disinformation at National Hearing On Medi...| GLAAD
The podcast Tested was released last year by NPR’s Embedded banner, an audio platform for untold audio documentaries told through a deeply reported narrative lens, along with CBC in Canada. Written, reported, and hosted by journalist Rose Eveleth, Tested dives into the 100-year history of sex testing in elite sports that led to the identical conversations we [...] The post ‘Tested’ Podcast Host Rose Eveleth Talks Controversial History of Mandatory Sex Testing in Olympics first appeare...| GLAAD
As voters in New Jersey prepare to elect their next governor on November 4, 2025, the two major party candidates, Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli, will face off for the open seat. About 343,000 LGBTQ people live in New Jersey, which is the first state in the nation to require LGBTQ-inclusive teachings in [...] The post Election 2025: NJ Gubernatorial Candidates on the Record on LGBTQ Issues first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
By Brandon Nicholas For a sunny* second year in a row, I was in Miami Beach for the American Black Film Festival. Last year, I wrote about my experience at the ABFF as a GLAAD Ambassador, and in the article, I said that I “look forward to attending ABFF in the future as a presenter.” [...] The post OP-ED: Reel Radiant Queerness at ABFF first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
After the shocking season two finale of The Last of Us where the fate of Ellie has been left up in the air, star of the critically acclaimed and GLAAD Media Award-winning HBO series Bella Ramsey is the cover model of the Pride Month issue of Them. Ramsey had an in-depth conversation with Them writer Peyton Dix about many| GLAAD | GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance.
Facing legislation targeting their identities, a counselor, a daycare worker, a student and a professor talk about life in the state| Mountain State Spotlight
