The LGBTQ+ education advocacy group GLSEN has suspended its X/Twitter operations amid concerns over rising transphobic content. The decision, triggered by Elon Musk’s acquisition of the platform, reflects a broader unease within the LGBTQ+ community regarding online safety.
A Report Highlights Twitter’s Shortcomings
A damning report from the Center for Countering Digital Hate reveals X/Twitter’s failure to address 86% of hate speech posts. This negligence, particularly under Musk’s administration, has transformed the platform into a hostile environment for LGBTQ+ individuals, with severe impacts on mental health and wellbeing.
GLSEN’s Call for Action
Melanie Willingham-Jaggers, GLSEN’s executive director, condemns X/Twitter’s policy changes, emphasizing the platform’s role in enabling anti-LGBTQ rhetoric. The group’s withdrawal is a stark reminder of the responsibility social media giants have in safeguarding their users. GLSEN remains open to dialogues for creating a safer, more inclusive online space.