The IOC Bans Transgender Women From Women’s Olympic Events Starting in 2028
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced that transgender women will be banned from competing in women’s events at the Olympic Games beginning in 2028. The decision marks a significant shift in Olympic policy. In recent years, the IOC had moved toward a more flexible framework that allows individual sports federations to set their own […]
How Mainstream Coverage of the Gap Ad Fails Young Miko’s Intersectional Reality
GAP’s latest campaign featuring Young Miko is a genuine triumph. As the brand’s first-ever Spanish-language ad, it features a rhythmic reimagining of her hit track “Wassup” (re-titled “Sweats Like Us”) and a cast of 26 dancers. GAP is doing exactly what a global brand should: leaning into the “power of the peso” and acknowledging the […]
The Price of Fear: How Right-Wing Pressure is Silencing Corporate Allies
The financial landscape for LGBTQ+ businesses, nonprofits, and creatives is undergoing a significant contraction. While reports of a complete corporate abandonment of Pride celebrations might oversimplify the situation, a demonstrable scaling back of financial support from both government grants and corporate sponsorships is creating tangible challenges for the community. Major brands like Anheuser-Busch, Comcast, Diageo, […]
35 U.S. Airports With Gender-Neutral Bathrooms (& Where To Find Them)
Air travel can be stressful enough without having to worry about finding a safe place to go the bathroom along the way. Many trans, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming travelers find that finding a place to use the bathroom is a constantly stressful part of their travel experience. This conversation is happening most frequently in the […]
Voices from the Epidemic: Books on HIV/ AIDS and the LGBTQ+ Community
Understanding the history of AIDS is crucial for both honoring the past and shaping a better future. The AIDS epidemic, particularly its devastating impact on the LGBTQ+ community, is a stark reminder of the consequences of stigma, discrimination, and neglect. By learning about the struggles, resilience, and activism of those who lived through this crisis, […]
Thailand Passes Landmark Marriage Equality Bill, Solidifying Its LGBTQ+ Friendly Reputation
Big news out of Thailand! The country just made history by passing a marriage equality bill, giving same-sex couples the right to marry. Announced on September 24, 2024, this groundbreaking law will officially take effect in January 2025, making Thailand one of the few countries in Asia to recognize marriage equality. It’s a huge win […]
Rainbow Railroad Welcomes First LGBTQ+ Refugee to U.S.
Rainbow Railroad, a global organization that helps LGBTQ+ people escape persecution, recently welcomed their first refugee supported by their programs to the United States. The arrival marks a significant milestone in the organization’s mission to create “communities of care” for LGBTQ+ refugees around the world. The refugee, who arrived from El Salvador, is being resettled […]
The Trans Journalists Association is Leading Trans Inclusion Efforts
The Trans Journalists Association is doing vital work to help the coverage of trans communities in media become more accurate and authentic as well as providing resources to support trans people working in the industry.
Lalit Hotels: Uplifting LGBTQ+ Students in India
In India, there are a number of hospitality schools, but one in particular is doing amazing work for the LGBTQ+ community.
Amtrak Increases Hiring of LGBT+ Employees Through Partnership with Out Professionals
Diversity in the workplace is a vital aspect of creating a safe and productive work environment. Out Professionals is a nonprofit organization determined to help LGBTQ+ professionals with networking and career opportunities. Out Professionals Out Professionals is dedicated to helping LGBTQ+ professionals and aspiring professionals in the United States with career development and advancement. They […]