America Still Says ‘I Do’ to Equality
💍 Most Americans still say “I do” to love—no matter who’s at the altar. But the Supreme Court might have other plans. 👀
US Ambassador to Japan shows confidence in end to discrimination against LGBTQ people
US Ambassador to Japan is confident that the Japanese Government will ban discrimination against LGBTQ people ahead of the Group of Seven summit in May. Japan remains the only G-7 member without anti-discrimination legislation or recognition of same-sex marriage. #LGBTQ #Japan #discrimination
Republican Legislators Push to Ban Transgender Healthcare for Youth
Republican legislators are pushing to ban certain healthcare for transgender youth, and in some cases, seeking to charge parents and doctors with child abuse if they provide treatment. The measures also include bills to block teachers from using pronouns that match a student's gender identity and ban trans girls from playing on girls' sports teams. #transgender #Republican #healthcare #genderidentity #childabuse #LGBTQ
Missouri Senate Advances Bill Requiring Teachers to Inform Parents About Children’s Gender Identity Questions
Missouri public school teachers may have to notify parents if their children question their gender identity under a new bill. The measure would require school staff to inform parents if students express discomfort or confusion regarding their gender identity. #Missouri #GenderIdentity #Education #LGBTQ #Students #Parents
Idaho Passes Bill Criminalizing Gender-Affirming Healthcare for Minors
Idaho lawmakers have passed a bill that would criminalize gender-affirming healthcare for minors, despite warnings from opponents that it could increase suicide rates among teenagers. #LGBTQ #healthcare #Idaho
California Democrats push to repeal constitutional ban on same-sex marriage
California Democrats are working to repeal Proposition 8, which banned the state from recognizing same-sex marriages. The move comes amid concerns that the 2015 case legalizing gay marriage could be revisited by the US Supreme Court. #CaliforniaDemocrats #repeal #Proposition8 #marriage #SupremeCourt
New South Wales Treasurer Supports Ban on Gay Conversion Practices Despite Premier’s Silence
The New South Wales treasurer supports the push to ban gay conversion practices, while the premier is silent. The bill would impose penalties on those who try to alter someone's sexuality or gender identity. #NSW #gayconversiontherapy #ban
Japanese Municipalities Introduce Same-Sex Partnership Systems in Push for LGBTQ Equality
An increasing number of prefectural and municipal governments are introducing same-sex partnership systems, recognizing same-sex couples as being equivalent to married couples. Local leaders are hoping for progress in national discussions on related issues. #LGBTQrights #Japan #progress #equality
Nikki Haley Announces Candidacy for 2024 Presidential Nomination Amid Anti-LGBTQ+ Views
#NikkiHaley enters 2024 Republican presidential nomination race, aiming to be the first female and first person of Indian descent to hold the office. However, Haley has been criticized for her anti-LGBTQ+ views and support of anti-abortion groups that aim to strip away bodily autonomy.
Scotland’s First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, resigns amid her trailblazing advocacy for the LGBT community
Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced her resignation. Sturgeon was a prominent supporter of LGBT rights and oversaw the passing of the Gender Recognition Reform Bill. Her legacy in this area will continue to inspire progress towards equality and acceptance. #NicolaSturgeon #LGBTrights #Scotland #GenderRecognitionReform #conversiontherapy #transphobia
South Dakota Governor Signs Bill Banning Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Youth
South Dakota Republican Governor Kristi Noem has signed a bill banning gender-affirming health care for transgender people under 18, despite opposition from families, health care providers, and transgender people themselves. The new law denies transgender youth the necessary support that enables them to become thriving transgender adults. #SouthDakota #KristiNoem #GenderAffirmingCare #TransgenderYouth #LGBTQ #MentalHealth