How to Handle Microaggressions as a Queer Person (Without Burning Out)

How to Handle Microaggressions as a Queer Person (Without Burning Out)

  It’s the awkward silence after correcting someone on your pronouns. The coworker who jokes, “You don’t look gay.” The family member who says they support you—just not in public....
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How to Protect Your Queer Identity in a Hostile Political Climate

How to Protect Your Queer Identity in a Hostile Political Climate

  Living authentically as a queer person is an act of bravery—especially in a political climate that feels increasingly unsafe. Across the United States, a wave of anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and...
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Florida’s Anti-LGBTQ Legislation: What It Means for Transgender Visibility and LGBTQ+ Rights

Florida’s Anti-LGBTQ Legislation: What It Means for Transgender Visibility and LGBTQ+ Rights

Florida’s Anti-LGBTQ Legislation: What It Means for Transgender Visibility and LGBTQ+ Rights Introduction: A Wave of Anti-LGBTQ Legislation In the past two years, Florida has emerged as ground zero for...
Ethan Gould
Transgender and Non-Binary Athletes: Facts, Myths, and the Fight for Inclusion

Transgender and Non-Binary Athletes: Facts, Myths, and the Fight for Inclusion

  Introduction: The Real Story Behind Transgender Athletes in Sports Transgender and non-binary athletes have become a focal point in public discourse, but much of the conversation is clouded by...
Ethan Gould
National LGBTQ+ Health Awareness Week: The Fight for Equality & Well-Being

National LGBTQ+ Health Awareness Week: The Fight for Equality & Well-Being

  Why LGBTQ+ Health Awareness Week Matters LGBTQ+ individuals face unique healthcare challenges, from discrimination in medical settings to a lack of knowledgeable providers. National LGBTQ+ Health Awareness Week (March...
Andrea Leeuw
New Yorkers Rally Against Trump’s Executive Order on Trans Youth

New Yorkers Rally Against Trump’s Executive Order on Trans Youth

Last Saturday, Thousands of New Yorkers Gathered at Union Square Garden to Protest Trump’s Executive Order Targeting Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth On Saturday, February 8, 2025, thousands of New...
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Thailand's Move Toward Equality with Same-Sex Marriage Legalization

Thailand's Move Toward Equality with Same-Sex Marriage Legalization

In a groundbreaking move, Thailand has officially legalized same-sex marriage, making it the first Southeast Asian country to do so. This decision marks a monumental moment in the global fight...
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The Termination of DEI Programs: Implications for the LGBTQIA+ Community

The Termination of DEI Programs: Implications for the LGBTQIA+ Community

Terminating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs can have a significant impact on an organization and its employees. It is essential to understand the consequences of such a decision and...
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Honoring the LGBTQIA+ Victims and Its Significance for Today’s Community

Honoring the LGBTQIA+ Victims and Its Significance for Today’s Community

Holocaust Remembrance Day, observed annually on January 27th, serves as a solemn reminder of the atrocities committed during World War II. While widely recognized for commemorating the six million Jews...
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Understanding the Reversal of Transgender Protections

Understanding the Reversal of Transgender Protections

Trump Signs Executive Order Defining Only Two Biological Sexes: Implications for Transgender Rights In a significant move that has stirred both support and opposition across the nation, former President Donald...
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Transgender Day of Remembrance: Honoring Lives, Fighting for a Safer Future

Transgender Day of Remembrance: Honoring Lives, Fighting for a Safer Future

Every year on November 20th, we pause to honor the memory of transgender individuals who have lost their lives to violence and hatred. The Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is...
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From Awareness to Action: Supporting the Transgender Community

From Awareness to Action: Supporting the Transgender Community

Transgender Awareness Week, observed from November 13 to 19, is a crucial time dedicated to raising awareness about the transgender community. The week serves as a platform to educate the...
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