Advocacy and Accountability
Leading the conversation. Shaping the media narrative. Changing the culture. That’s how GLAAD accelerates acceptance for LGBTQ people.
GLAAD’s advocacy and accountability work holds entertainment and news media accountable for fair, accurate, and inclusive representation of LGBTQ people and issues. By monitoring coverage, responding to misinformation, and providing relevant and credible research, GLAAD ensures that media shapes cultural attitudes in a way that promotes LGBTQ acceptance. Through this kind of strategic advocacy, GLAAD challenges harmful narratives and pushes for more responsible storytelling across all sectors of media, from television, film, gaming, advertising, publishing, journalism and more.
Portfolio Highlights
News Media & Rapid Response
News Media & Rapid Response
Working with journalists and news outlets, our team serves as a resource to newsmakers and ensures that the media is accurately and fairly representing LGBTQ people in its reporting.
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Social Media Safety Program
GLAAD’s Social Media Safety program is working every day to hold tech companies and social media platforms accountable, and to secure safe online spaces for LGBTQ people.
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GLAAD Accountability Project
The GLAAD Accountability Project monitors and documents individual public figures and groups using their platforms to spread misinformation and false rhetoric against LGBTQ people, youth, and allies.
Learn More Trump Accountability Tracker
Trump Accountability Tracker
GLAAD is monitoring Donald Trump’s LGBTQ record and history including executive orders, legislative support, nominations and statements.
View all Journalist Fact Sheets
Journalist Fact Sheets
Find fact sheets on LGTBQ issues in the headlines. Each one contains valuable resources and content to help accurately portray our community and speak to the false narratives and combat disinformation.
View all Media Reference Guide
The Media Reference Guide is created for journalists and media creators who want to tell the stories of LGBTQ people fairly and accurately.
Learn More #SpiritDay
#SpiritDay
#SpiritDay is the world’s most visible anti-bullying movement inspiring LGBTQ youth, especially transgender and nonbinary youth to live their lives in their truth and authenticity.
Learn More Civic Engagement
Civic Engagement
GLAAD is working to mobilize and educate voters. Find voting information, related articles and media resources.
Learn More 20 Under 20 List
20 Under 20 List
The 20 Under 20 Program seeks to celebrate and spotlight the next generation of LGBTQ leaders in media advocacy, including journalists, actors, musicians, activists, and other young change agents.
Learn More "Here We Are"
"Here We Are"
GLAAD and GROUND Media launch storytelling campaign to increase support for transgender Americans.
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