Jun 16 LGBTQ Ukrainian soldiers rally for legal rights, hoping their service is changing attitudes By Derek Gatopoulos, Alex Babenko, Associated Press Several hundred LGBTQ Ukrainian servicemen and their supporters marched in central Kyiv Sunday to demand more rights and highlight their service to their country in its war with Russia. Continue reading
Jun 15 Watch 5:23 Study highlights why LGBTQ+ people may be at greater risk for cancer By John Yang, Sam Lane, Harry Zahn A first-of-its-kind report from the American Cancer Society is shedding new light on cancer risks for LGBTQ+ people. It found that some LGBTQ+ populations are more likely to have cancer risk factors, less likely to be screened for certain types… Continue watching
Jun 09 Watch 7:02 New book 'Free To Be' dives into medical science of gender identity for young people By John Yang, Claire Mufson According to the Human Rights Campaign, half of the U.S. states have passed measures restricting treatment for young people with gender dysphoria. But the legislative debate has often been short on science and medicine. Dr. Jack Turban joins John Yang… Continue watching
May 28 Watch 5:48 Pope apologizes for using slur while discussing opposition to gay men in priesthood By Geoff Bennett, Karina Cuevas Pope Francis issued a rare apology after word broke that he used a derogatory Italian slur referring to gay men while reaffirming his position against their admission to seminaries and priesthood. The Pope made the remark in a closed-door meeting… Continue watching
May 17 Watch 8:15 Methodist pastor discusses major shift in church over LGBTQ+ inclusion By Geoff Bennett, Sam Lane There has been a seismic shift within the United Methodist Church after it voted to lift bans on LGBTQ+ clergy and same-sex marriages. The move led some 7,600 conservative Methodist congregations, located mostly in the South, to leave the church. Continue watching
May 08 Transgender activists flood a Utah tip line with false reports to block a bathroom law By Hannah Schoenbaum, Associated Press Trans activists say the fake submissions are a form of peaceful protest meant to shield trans people who might be reported for possible violations. Continue reading
Apr 30 United Methodists begin historic reversal on longstanding anti-LGBTQ policies By Peter Smith, Associated Press The delegates voted to delete mandatory penalties for clergy conducting same-sex marriages. They also removed their denomination's bans on considering LGBTQ candidates for ministry and on funding for gay-friendly ministries. Continue reading
Apr 25 Tennessee legislators approve criminalization of adults who help minors obtain gender-affirming care By Kimberlee Kruesi, Associated Press Tennessee's GOP-controlled Statehouse on Thursday gave their final approval to legislation criminalizing adults who help minors receive gender-affirming care without parental consent, clearing the way for the first-in-the-nation proposal to be sent to Gov. Bill Lee's desk for his signature. Continue reading
Apr 19 Watch 6:19 New Title IX rules add protections against harassment, assault and LGBTQ+ discrimination By William Brangham, Karina Cuevas The Biden administration put out new Title IX rules that will increase protections for LGBTQ+ students and change how schools handle cases of campus sexual assault. It reverses several moves made by the Trump administration. William Brangham discussed the changes… Continue watching
Apr 11 Library book ban attempts are at an all-time high. These librarians are fighting back By Casey Kuhn More than 4,000 library book bans were attempted in public and school libraries in 2023, according to the American Library Association. Six librarians share how they've responded in their communities. Continue reading