Even in cities known for providing transgender services, trans people overwhelmingly report myriad barriers in getting mental health services, experts say.
After a bill passed Thursday, trans and nonbinary New Yorkers will likely be able to update their IDs with "X" gender markers.
Even in 2021, few newsrooms employ transgender reporters full-time to cover LGBTQ+ issues. At The 19th, we know that newsrooms are better when they reflect the world around them.
Rep. Stephanie Byers of Kansas, Sen. Sarah McBride of Delaware and Rep. Taylor Small of Vermont entered office during a year of record anti-trans bills. They’re advocating for policies that help LGBTQ+ people.
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At just 25, Christian is helping Sen. Scott Wiener craft some of the most progressive LGBTQ+ legislation in the country.
The polls come as states across the nation weigh bills that would prevent transgender kids from playing on sports teams that align with their gender.
The ACLU is taking the lead on legal action against legislation that prevents doctors from providing gender-affirming care to young clients.
The past year has presented unprecedented challenges for LGBTQ+ people, queer youth in particular, advocates say.
The administration promised to allow nonbinary and intersex people to get passports that reflect their gender identities. Rep. Ro Khanna told The 19th an executive order is a “good first step.”