Horrifying 80% of Central American Women Sexually Assaulted While Coming to US
This statistic is based on the reports of migrant shelter directors, though it is possible the number is even higher due to underreporting.
Do I Hear Wedding Bells? SCOTUS Puts Marriage Equality on the Agenda
After a lot of uncertainty, the Supreme Court has decided to consider hearing same-sex marriage cases from five states — and it may mean big news for the constitutionality of state marriage bans.
Strict Voter ID Laws Once Again Rear Ugly Head, Could Disenfranchise Thousands of Trans Voters
Just over a quarter of trans people in states with photo ID voting laws don’t have a valid photo ID that reflects their gender and name to meet the standards required by the law, according to The Williams Institute.
The Root 100 Features Our Favorites Including Roxane Gay, Janet Mock and Laverne Cox
The Root released its annual list of notable African Americans, and of course it includes some of our favorite movers, shakers and heartbreakers.
What the Criticism of Lingerie-Clad Women in Tech Got Wrong
Hold your horses, unicorns, and angry pack of wolverines — there’s more to this campaign than you may first assume.
South Asian Queers Occupy Heteronormative Space at NYC India Day Parade
“Despite the bleak prospects for queer rights in India, the support that we received last Sunday from the spectators at the NYC India Day Parade touched a chord in our hearts.”
Denmark’s New Law Makes Legal Gender Recognition A Lot Easier
The law, which allows trans folks to legally change their gender without any medical or surgical requirements, is the first of its kind in Europe and could hopefully set new precedents in the region.
Federal Courts in Louisiana, Wisconsin, Indiana Send Mixed Messages on Marriage
It’s two steps forward, one step back as judges find rule both for and against same-sex marriage bans.
Female Students Arrested in Malaysia, Suspected of Criminal “Same-Sex Relations”
Nabbed in an early morning hotel raid, the pair face prosecution under state syariah laws criminalising lesbian sex.
Why Advertising Directed At People of Color Doesn’t Land For Me
STOP TRYING TO SELL ME CHEERIOS!
Stonewall Begins Work On Trans Inclusion, Asks for Your Feedback
#TransStonewall, a closed door conference attended by 50 trans activists and community members, hopefully signals a positive future for Britain’s largest LGB charity and its relationship with the trans community.
The Kyriarchy Is Killing Us: Survey Says LGBT Women Poorer, Less Healthy Than Everyone Else
Recently-released survey results from the Gallup Well-Being Project spotlighted the differences between LGBT and non-LGBT men and women’s physical, social, financial, and community well-being, and they didn’t paint a pretty picture for LGBT women across geographic and demographic lines.
We Won A Thing: Texas Judge Throws Out Parts Of Restrictive Abortion Law
In his ruling today, Judge Lee Yeakel didn’t mince words when he explained his decision to strike down a requirement that clinics meet the standards of ambulatory surgical center.
California Passes Affirmative Consent Bill; Rape Apologists Retreat Into Fantasy
Rape culture dictates that along with proving that they were raped, survivors must also prove that they fought “hard enough” to stop it. This bill could help.
Having Your Wedding Cupcake & Eating It Too: Radical Queer & Progressive LGBT Politics Working Together
The new executive director of Garden State Equality, Andy Bowen, and I chat about the influence of queer radicalism on LGBT progressive organizations and movements.
Ferguson Protestors Get to Meet With US Attorney Callahan, Although Real Progress Still Hasn’t Come
Ferguson protestors were able to meet with U.S. Attorney Callahan to voice demands.
Virginity “Tests” for Brazilian Exams Defy Human Rights and Sex Ed
In some Brazilian states, a gynecological test is required to prove you’re fit for a job.
Abortion Access for All: Two Nonprofits Embrace Gender Inclusive Language
“…We were publicly excluding trans* people who needed to get an abortion but were not women. We refuse to deny the existence and humanity of trans* people any longer.”
American Bar Association Unanimously Passes LGBT Nondiscrimination Resolution, Wants You to Have Rights
The ABA passes a resolution that says they are really, really, really cool with LGBT rights.
Two Trans Women Shot in Detroit, Local Media Misgenders and Misrepresents Them
Two trans women were shot in the Palmer Park Neighborhood of Detroit this week. The local Detroit media repeatedly misgendered them and erroneously implied that they may have been sex workers.