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GLAAD, the nation’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) media advocacy organization, today released “Accelerating Acceptance,” based on two surveys – conducted on GLAAD’s behalf by Harris Poll – which reveal some non-LGBT Americans still report substantial levels of discomfort with LGBT co-workers, family, and neighbors, despite historic legal progress for marriage equality. The […]

[…] raised the bar for LGBTQ representation in Hollywood,” said GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis. “She tells stories that need to be told, including those of transgender people and people of color, in revolutionary and eye-opening ways that inspire and enrich. Her passion for inclusive storytelling, combined with her undeniable talents in writing, directing, […]

[…] what has become the largest LGBTQ stage in the world. From standing alongside LGBTQ people during the AIDS crisis, to fighting for marriage equality, to now uplifting transgender people and issues, Judith advocates with a unique passion and an unending dedication that uplifts.” Multiple Tony and Emmy award-winning actress Judith Light is known for her […]

[…] basic reporting practices, and includes recommendations for improving coverage of LGBTQ people and issues: Include LGBTQ voices and local LGBTQ people in stories Report authentic names and pronouns of transgender people, avoiding misgendering and “deadnaming”– reporting the birthname a transgender person no longer uses Cover HIV issues with facts about how HIV is preventable, survivable, treatable and when […]

[…] of bills attempting to stop transgender youth from participating in sports and accessing gender-affirming healthcare, many of the nominees at the 33rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards centered transgender people and issues in timely, nuanced, and empowering ways. Of the 30 television shows nominated across Outstanding Comedy Series, Outstanding Drama Series, and Outstanding New TV Series, […]

[…] grant program to support campus anti-harassment programs, a bill named for a college freshman who took his life after his dorm roommate outed him. Voiced support for transgender military service members in 2017: “As a member of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, I refuse to discriminate against those who selflessly chose to serve our nation […]

[…] over “abortion and gay rights.” Ken Blackwell — Believes “homosexuality is a compulsion that can be contained, repressed or changed.” (Much more on Blackwell here) Stacey Dash — Insisted transgender people must pee in bushes so as to not endanger her child: “OK, then go in the bushes. I don’t know what to tell you, but I’m […]

[…] Ellis, GLAAD President & CEO. “As activists and politicians who oppose the bill have argued, this bill is part of a systematic attack on the protections of transgender people, and continues to promote the false narrative that transgender youth are somehow threats in their communities, including in sports. Trans students around the country have shown […]