Identity. vc unveils Europe’s first LGBTQ+ startup report
Identity.vc has shared new information on LGBTQ+ founders in the European and UK startup ecosystem. On 3 June, Europe’s first venture capital fund backing LGBTQ+…
Trump once opened the door to the LGBTQ+ community. Now activists say he’s their top threat
WASHINGTON — When he first ran for office, Donald Trump appeared to be a new kind of Republican when it came to gay rights.Years earlier, he overturned…
11 ways for the LGBTQ community and allies to celebrate Pride Month
Pride Month, which officially starts Sunday, is already in full swing and continuing through June with a host of activities and events. (After Long Beach…
Most LGBTQ adults in US don’t feel transgender people are accepted: Poll | LGBTQ News
By contrast, about six out of 10 LGBTQ adults said gay and lesbian people are generally accepted in the US. A new poll by the Pew…
Attacks on LGBTQ+ rights at forefront of California’s governor’s race
PALM SPRINGS — In a ballroom packed with more than 1,000 people raising money for LGBTQ+ youths, veteran California legislative leader Toni Atkins didn’t mince words: To…
Kennedy Center’s LGBTQ+ Pride events canceled, organizers say
WASHINGTON — Organizers and the Kennedy Center have canceled a week’s worth of events celebrating LGBTQ+ rights for this summer’s World Pride festival in Washington amid a…
Supreme Court appears to favor parents’ right to opt out of LGBTQ+ stories for their children
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court justices sounded ready on Tuesday to give parents a constitutional right to opt out of public school lessons for their children that…
New Zealand’s minor gov’t party pushes to define women by biological sex | LGBTQ News
Populist New Zealand First party says bill will ensure country moves away from ‘woke ideology’ harming women.A minor party in New Zealand’s coalition government has…
Trans women aren’t legally women: What the UK Supreme Court ruling means | Women’s Rights News
The United Kingdom’s Supreme Court has ruled that the terms “woman” and “sex” refer to a “biological woman and biological sex” under UK equality laws,…
Hungary approves constitutional change banning LGBTQ+ events | LGBTQ News
Rights activists and some legal scholars condemn the law, arguing that it effectively criminalises LGBTQ+ expression.Hungary’s parliament has approved a constitutional amendment allowing the government…
Utah becomes first state to ban LGBTQ+ pride flags in government buildings and schools
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah became the first state to prohibit flying LGBTQ+ pride flags at schools and all government buildings after the Republican governor announced he…
How a shelter hit by Trump’s aid cuts protects LGBTQ migrants in Mexico
TAPACHULA, Mexico — Ana Esquivel no longer feels like her heart stops every time she sees a police officer. “We’ve been told that they won’t harass or…
LGBTQ+ venue to celebrate one year anniversary with queer variety show
The Divine is set to celebrate its one-year anniversary with an exciting one-off event. Back in January 2024, one of London’s most legendary LGBTQIA+ venues,…
Track and field to be first Olympic event to require DNA tests to prove sex | Athletics News
World Athletics chief say rules will uphold the integrity of women’s sport amid debate over inclusion of trans athletes.Track and field is set to become…
Responding to Trump, Ventura proposes protections for LGBTQ+ people, immigrants
The proposal considered Tuesday night was meant to be a big stand by a small city, an effort to protect from the Trump administration a…
In wartime, focus on ‘traditional values’ imperils Russia’s LGBTQ community | LGBTQ News
In his early 20s, Mikhail* (not his real name), a gay man from the city of Ufa in Russia, was doing what he loved: drag…
More U.S. adults identify as LGBTQ+ in 2024, Gallup polling shows
1 of 4 | Participants march down Fifth Avenue at the 2024 NYC Pride March in New York City on Sunday, June 30, 2024. The…
Judge halts Trump order barring gender-affirming care for transgender teens | LGBTQ News
The judge’s temporary restraining order is a setback for Trump’s efforts to roll back transgender rights and services.A United States federal judge has temporarily blocked…
What’s behind Trump’s ban on transgender women in US women’s sports? | Explainer News
United States President Donald Trump has issued an executive order that bans transgender girls and women from participating in women’s sports in schools and other…
Trans women, girls barred from female sport under NCAA rule change | Donald Trump News
Transgender girls and women will no longer compete in female events at most college sporting events in the United States after a governing body’s decision…