April 25, 2012
As Momentum Builds, North Carolina Coalition Launches Pro-Equality Ads
Protect NC Families rolls out new ads that illustrate the concrete harms of proposed Amendment One.
Local and Regional News
News that originates from and/or specifically impacts a local community, city, state, or region
April 2, 2012
An Open Letter: Standing Alongside Trayvon Martin's Family and Friends
The tragic killing of Trayvon Martin is a national call to action. Our hearts go out to Trayvon’s family and friends for the loss they have experienced. We stand in solidarity with them as they demand answers and justice.
March 1, 2012
Maryland Governor Signs Marriage Equality into Law
Governor of Maryland Martin O'Malley made history today by signing the state's marriage equality bill into law. Maryland is the eighth state to legally allow marriage for same-sex couples.
October 19, 2021
Expansion of LGBTQ Protections in North Carolina: Tip Sheet for Coverage
As of Tuesday, October 19th, the state of North Carolina has expanded protections for LGBTQ people across 15 municipalities or counties.
October 13, 2021
by jlindholm
GLAAD Media Institute Alum Alec Fischer Wins Four Emmys for Documentary Work
GLAAD Media Institute alum Alec Fischer won four Upper Midwest Regional Emmys for his documentary series Covid Confessions: 75 People Share Their Experiences Working During the Pandemic.
Thursday, September 23, 2021
LOCAL MEDIA ACCOUNTABILITY INDEX - U.S. SOUTH
Fair, accurate, and inclusive news media coverage is vital to expanding public awareness and understanding of LGBTQ people. While recent decades have shown remarkable advancements in accurate reporting on issues affecting our lives and increasingly nuanced portrayals of the incredible diversity within LGBTQ communities, many reporters, editors, and producers continue to face challenges covering LGBTQ issues in a complex, sometimes rhetorically charged climate.
The U.S. South has the highest concentration of LGBTQ Americans of any region, in states without statewide laws protecting them from discrimination.
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September 16, 2021
A volleyball coach told Ellen about being fired for being gay, showing why we need the Equality Act.
At the end of August, as Inoke Tonga was preparing to start the volleyball season at Valor High School in Denver, Col
September 13, 2021
Two New LGBTQ Bishops Demonstrate Faithful Leadership and Advocacy
While the relationship of LGBTQ people and the Christian church has historically been one of exclusion and discrimina
August 27, 2021
Protect the LGBTQ Vote: Join GLAAD for the March On for Voting Rights
On Saturday, August 28, GLAAD is teaming up with Headcount, the Anti-Defamation League, the Brennan
May 14, 2021
How to support the trans community this Pride
As legislation continues to target transgender people, especially trans youth, at unprecedented levels, Pride is a time to show support for the community. Here are some ways how.
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