Boston Pride Announces 2019 Pride Theme & Parade Marshals
BOSTON—Boston Pride has announced the new theme for 2019 Pride season and marshals for the Pride Parade. The decisions on the theme and marshals were made…
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History In NY: Cuomo Signs Transgender Bill Into Law, Conversion Therapy Ban
Yesterday, Andrew Cuomo, New York’s Governor, signed the Gender Expression Non-Discrimination Act (GENDA) into law, which brings “conversion therapy” to an end and protects transgender…
New England Health Centers Ramp Up Efforts, Provide Quality Healthcare To Trans Community
By: Michael Givens/TRT Assistant Editor— Like many transgender people, Terry often found themself at a loss when accessing high-quality healthcare services that recognized and affirmed…
What Is Your Transgender Narrative? A Personal Look & Reflection Of Mine
By: Deja Nicole Greenlaw*/TRT Columnist— In November 2018, Andrea Chu, a transgender woman, wrote an opinion in the New York Times, which stirred a lot…
Ask A Trans Woman: Thoughts From A Gender-Affirming Vacation In Florida
By: Lorelei Erisis*/TRT Columnist— This column isn’t about anything, necessarily or rather, I’m not trying to make a particular point. Anyway, part of this whole…
GLSEN Reports Massachusetts Schools Unsafe For Many LGBTQ Secondary Students
Massachusetts schools lack many inclusive resources and affirming policies for LGBTQ students MASSACHUSETTS–GLSEN today released state-level data from its benchmark National School Climate Survey, which…
Trans Artist Reclaims The Holidays For LGBTQ People
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 Universe Spain, Angela Ponce, Makes History At Miss Universe 2018
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…
Ask A Trans Woman: I am Trans And I’m Actually Really Happy About It
Being Trans is synonymous with happiness to me, most of the time By: Lorelei Erisis*/TRT Columnist— For the last few months, with everything going on…
The Holiday Season Is Upon Us! – Tis The Season To Perhaps Be Civil?
Holiday Season or not, trying to get along is the most important thing to do By: Deja Nicole Greenlaw*/ TRT Columnist— Yes, it’s December and…
No Doubting The Power Of Viola Davis
‘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…
New YouTube Series Explores Social, Cultural Issues Impacting LGBTQ Youth Of Color
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…
AG Healey Demands Civil Rights Protections For Transgender People
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…
Workshop Proposals Now Being Accepted For Philadelphia Trans Wellness Conference 2019
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…
Transgender Day Of Remembrance: Please Attend A TDoR In Your Area
By: Deja Nicole Greenlaw*/ TRT Columnist— This November 20th will be the 20th Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDoR). The TDoR was started by Gwen Smith…
Ask A Trans Woman: The Next Step—We The People, Re-United As One
By: Lorelei Erisis*/TRT Columnist— It’s one of the quirks of working for a monthly paper that often I need to step outside the constantly churning,…
Point of Pride’s Transgender Surgery Fund Scholarship Accepting Applications
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,…
#WontBeErased Photo Series Project: A Direct Response To Trump’s Memo
By: Audrey Cole/TRT Reporter— Once the memo was leaked from the White House that would essentially erase transgender identity from being recognized by the government,…
LGBTQ News Briefs From Around The World, Nov. 2018
Guide created to assist LGBTQ Muslims in finding a community Earlier this month, the Muslim Youth Leadership Council published a resource guide, titled “I am…
Trans Community Members Talk #WontBeErased Meaning & Message
Laila Ireland, 32, She/Her/Hers Retired Army Veteran, TransMilitary Advocate/LGBT Activist Colorado, USA We are currently at the forefront of the fight for equality, for the…
New ‘X’ Gender Designation Signals Progress For Trans, GNC Community
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…
You Belong: “All Trans Bodies” Celebrates Life, Challenges Toxic Beauty Expectations
Founders Ryan Cassata, Niko Storment, and Hunter Trinca* create IG channel for trans community By: Chris Gilmore/TRT Reporter— The infatuation with age, race, weight and…
Patchwork Of Employment Protections Leaves LGBT Employees At Risk
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…