“The Trump administration has demonstrated no urgency that would justify leapfrogging the normal appellate process, and the military’s own account shows no problems that need…
By: Chris Gilmore/TRT Reporter— Ryan Cassata isn’t only a talented singer and songwriter, but he’s also someone with a big heart who cares for his…
Miss Spain breaks barriers in the 66-year-old competition By: Chris Gilmore/TRT Reporter— Most Miss Universe pageant contestants prepare and live their lives in a state…
Local & National Police Departments work to improve how they work with this marginalized community; from Salem to LA, the law enforcement agencies show their…
By: Nicole Collins/TRT Intern— Easthampton, a small Massachusetts town of just over 16,000 residents located south of Northampton in the Pioneer Valley, is apparently working…
‘Widows’ star on her LGBTQ evolution, how watching “I Am Jazz” transformed her, why her favorite role was as a man and being inspired by…
In response to staggering rates of LGBTQ bullying and suicide ideation, Advocates for Youth’s new series creates a safe and affirming space where LGBTQ young people…
By: Christine M. Hurley/TRT Columnist/Photographer As part of her book tour, Former First Lady Michelle Obama addressed a large audience at TD Garden in Boston…
Even Though Four Federal Courts Have Blocked It, Trump Attempts to leapfrog the ordinary appeals process, quietly files petitions for cert before judgment over holiday weekend…
Multistate Letter Led by AG Healey Urges Secretaries Azar and DeVos to Abandon Efforts to Adopt a Restrictive and Discriminatory Federal Definition of “Sex” BOSTON–Attorney…
Seeking innovative workshop ideas that address the needs of Trans, Gender Non-Conforming, and Non-Binary communities. Mazzoni Center is pleased to announce it is now accepting workshop proposals…
Point of Pride (PoP), a non-profit organization serving the transgender community, is now accepting applications to its Annual Transgender Surgery Fund. Applications close November 30, 2018,…
Coming Out is never an old experience for those going through it By: Mike Givens/TRT Assistant Editor— “This is exactly what I never knew I…
By: Mike Givens/TRT Assistant Editor— After California, New Jersey, Washington state, and Oregon, New York City will become the fifth locality in the United States…
State becomes first in U.S. history to successfully defend transgender rights by popular vote BOSTON—Tonight Massachusetts voters firmly supported a “Yes” vote on Question 3,…
By: Nicole Lashomb*/Editor-in-Chief— The ballot initiative that would uphold transgender protections in public accommodations, or strip them away, goes to a popular vote in just…
Recent efforts by the Trump Administration emphasize need for clear nondiscrimination protections NEW YORK—Last week, The New York Times reported that the Trump Administration is preparing to redefine…
By: Christine M. Hurley/TRT Reporter & Photographer— Equal-rights activist, Emmy-nominated actress and documentary film producer Laverne Cox spoke at BAGLY yesterday in support of the…
Transgender People, Allies and Activists Up In Arms; “No matter what this administration orders federal agencies to do, the courts still have the authority to…
Donation Made in Partnership with the Gordon Family Foundation BOSTON—As part of “Spirit Day,” a world-wide, LGBTQ anti-bullying campaign during National Bullying Prevention Month, the…
Yes on 3 gains Salem Schools’ support By: Audrey Cole/TRT Reporter— SALEM, Mass.—Last night, the Salem School Committee voiced its support for Transgender rights in…
By: Nicole Collins/TRT Intern— Citrusphere are fans of affirmation. The Boston-based electro-pop band has a ritual of putting glittering gems on their fans (with consent) to…
Bryn McCarthy*/Special to TRT— YES on Question 3 Maybe, if you live in Boston, you’ve seen me on the street. Like most Boston students, I’m…