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Fifth-Grade Teacher in Georgia Fired for Reading Children’s Book to Class
“My Shadow Is Purple” is a Scholastic-approved book recommended for lower primary schools.
North Carolina Legislature Overrides Governor’s Vetoes of Anti-Trans Bills
A local trans rights advocate called the vote “an all-out attack on queer and transgender youth in North Carolina.”
House Republicans Embed Anti-LGBTQ Provisions Into Must-Pass Funding Bills
At least 45 provisions have been added that would weaken discrimination protections or restrict gender-affirming care.
Anti-LGBTQ Couple Sues After Foster Care Application Denied
Family acceptance has a strong positive influence on trans children’s emotional and behavioral health.
House Hearing Used Misinformation to Continue Pushing Anti-Trans Agenda
The hearing relied on misrepresenting studies and many blatantly false claims by representatives.
Arlington Public Schools Refuse to Comply With Virginia’s Anti-Trans Policies
More than 4,000 transgender students in the state will be affected by the anti-trans policies.
Texas Ban on Gender-Affirming Care Is Driving Physicians to Leave the State
In recent months, many patients -- including adults -- have lost access to care as providers leave Texas.
Kentucky Ban on Gender-Affirming Care Takes Effect as Injunction Is Lifted
It is “an extremely difficult moment for Kentucky's trans youth,” said Ban Conversion Therapy Kentucky staffers.
Trans Russians Prepare for “Fascist Law” That Would Strip Away Their Rights
“The way how these people see their future is collapsing,” said the leader of a Russian trans support organization.
Only 4 Democrats Vote for $886B Defense Bill After GOP Adds Anti-Abortion Rider
The bill passed by a slim margin after Republicans attached provisions attacking trans people and abortion access.