Browsing: Young Adult

Your resource for news and information which features or directly impacts young adults; Frequent topics include K-12 schools and higher education, young adult media, young adult advocates, coming out, family and community acceptance, youth homelessness, and student advocacy including Gay Straight Alliances and safe schools initiatives.

Local and Regional News

GLAAD RESPONDS TO THE DEATH OF RIVER NEVAEH GODDARD, CALLS ON MEDIA TO ACCURATELY AND FULLY TELL GODDARD’S STORY

April 22, 20243 Mins Read

Monday, April 22, 2024 – Today GLAAD is responding to reports of the brutal death of River Nevaeh Goddard, a…

Entertainment

The GLAAD Wrap: “Strange Way of Life” Streaming, Trailers for “Backspot” and “Hacks,” New Music from Boy Jr., and More!

April 19, 20247 Mins Read

Every week, The GLAAD Wrap brings you LGBTQ-related entertainment news highlights, fresh stuff to watch out for, and fun diversions…

Advocacy

GLAAD and Ogilvy Launch “Protect This Kid” Campaign in Support of LGBTQ Youth

April 12, 20243 Mins Read

On Thursday, April 11th, GLAAD and Ogilvy, a global advertising, marketing and public relations agency, launched a bold worldwide digital campaign,…

Books and Book Bans

Adam Powell Talks “Rainbow Book Bus”: “Think Scholastic Book Fair meets Miss Frizzle’s ‘Magic School Bus,’ but make it queer.”

April 11, 20245 Mins Read

Drag performer Adam Powell, LGBTQ historian Dr. Eric Cervini, and their Rainbow Book Bus, have just completed their very first…

Communities of Color

Drawing a New Narrative: Empowering Black Queer Women in Animated Worlds

April 10, 20246 Mins Read

In recent years, the animation industry has experienced significant growth in LGBTQ+ representation, marking a momentous stride in storytelling. Yet,…

Sports