Understanding the Intersex Community
“You are human; you are whole. You are normal. Intersex is normal...We love you, and you are not alone.” - Former HRC Foundation Youth Ambassador Johnny Leggette (They/She)
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Allies
Allies can be a force for amplifying LGBTQ+ voices, and a support system for individuals in the community.
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Allies — people who are not LGBTQ+ themselves — have done an enormous amount to advance the cause of LGBTQ+ equality. An ally can show support for LGBTQ+ friends, co-workers, classmates, neighbors, co-congregants, family members and others in a wide variety of ways.
Trump's Timeline of Hate
Since the moment Donald Trump and Mike Pence walked into the White House, they have attacked the progress we have made toward full equality for the LGBTQ+ community and undermined…
Supporting Safety of LGBTQ Children & Youth: Risk Factors of Child Abuse & Neglect During COVID-19
This issue brief provides information about the risk LGBTQ children and youth will face amidst COVID-19 as well as resources available to them as they navigate these times.
Myths and Facts: Battling Disinformation About Transgender Rights
Lawmakers across the country have recently proposed a number of bills that target the transgender community. The majority of these bills attempt to restrict transgender kids’ participation in school sports…
LGBTQ+ People and Sports
For millions of Americans, sport embodies our ideals of equality, fairness, perseverance, discipline and integrity. On the field, court or track, in the ring, on the ice, or in the…
Glossary of Terms
Many Americans refrain from talking about sexual orientation and gender identity or expression because it feels taboo, or because they’re afraid of saying the wrong thing. This glossary was written…
Establishing an Allies/Safe Zone Program
In recent years we've seen more and more LGBTQ Ally organizations strive to make the culture of a campus or workplace more aware and accepting of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender…
Count Me In Social Media Images
Transgender and non-binary people are our neighbors, co-workers, family members and friends, yet are facing a rising tide of stigma, hateful rhetoric and violence. It is time for us as…
Be an Ally - Support Trans Equality
Learning how to be an ally to transgender and non-binary people takes both time and effort. And despite all that you do, you might never feel that you are a…
A Workplace Divided: Understanding the Climate for LGBTQ Workers Nationwide
The national findings underscore the persistence of workplace double standards and social isolation faced by LGBTQ people.
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