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GLAAD To Share: LGBTQ Writer and Producer Ryan O'Connell On Defying The Odds with Humor In His Own Words
4+ hour, 38+ min ago (638+ words) My name is Ryan O'Connell. I'm a writer, producer, and sometimes actor from Ventura'a blue-collar beach town in California'affectionately known as "Ventucky" and "Bakersfield by the sea." My hometown wasn't exactly a liberal fest, but it wasn't super conservative either....
GLAAD Poll: Supermajority of Americans Support Brands Participating in Pride; Reject Political Attacks on Transgender People
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (445+ words) GLAAD is releasing the results of a new poll showing registered voters" top concern remains rising costs and inflation. Voters overwhelmingly believe politicians are using transgender issues to distract from these urgent priorities. U. S. adults were also asked about corporate support…...
GLAAD's Creative Cuisine Creates Space for LGBTQ Youth Through Storytelling and Honest Conversation
5+ day, 20+ hour ago (362+ words) On May 20, 2026, GLAAD hosted a Creative Cuisine at Microsoft Atlanta, bringing together LGBTQ youth, creatives, advocates, artists, and community leaders for an evening centered on storytelling, HIV awareness, creativity, and community care. Hosted and led by digital organizer and GLAAD…...
The GLAAD Wrap: Lesbian WNBA Rom-Com in the Works, New "Adventure Time" Series Announced, and More!
1+ week, 4+ day ago (299+ words) Every other week, The GLAAD Wrap brings you LGBTQ-related entertainment news highlights, fresh stuff to watch out for, and fun diversions to help you kick off the weekend. Out stars Colman Domingo and Emma Corrin have been cast in new…...
NYC Pride Grand Marshal Peppermint: Steps to Take Action for LGBTQ Equality
2+ week, 6+ day ago (207+ words) Peppermint, the acclaimed performer, advocate, and LGBTQ icon, has been named a Grand Marshal for NYC Pride 2026, which will take place on June 28, 2026. Peppermint's selection stands as a profound recognition of her work in expanding trans visibility, and as a…...
The Generation to End HIV: Empowered College Leaders and Queer Storytellers Deliver Lifesaving Message to Gen Z in HBCU Campus Tour
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (596+ words) Emory COMPASS, the lead coordinating center under Gilead Sciences COMPASS Initiative'a 10-year $100+ million partnership with community-based organizations working to combat the HIV epidemic in the South'wrapped its three-city HBCU Tour at Le Moyne-Owen College in Memphis, TN, on April 22. "The…...
Fact Check: The New York Times" Response to Mom of Trans Teen in Shareholder Meeting: "What Steps Are You Taking to Be Accountable?
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (1311+ words) The parent of a transgender teen demanded answers from the Times at its annual shareholders meeting on April 22nd about its long and recent record of inaccurate and biased coverage of transgender people. Publicly-held companies like the Times hold annual meetings…...
GLAAD Responds to FCC's Inquiry into Television Ratings for Programming with LGBTQ Content
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (105+ words) GLAAD Join GLAAD and take action for acceptance. GLAAD Responds to FCC's Inquiry into Television Ratings for Programming with LGBTQ Content GLAAD responded to news that Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr announced a new inquiry seeking public comments on…...
Queers Rejoice! The Iconic Peppermint Named as Grand Marshall for NYC Pride
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (243+ words) Thus, GLAAD celebrates the announcement of acclaimed performer, advocate, GLAAD Media Award nominated Music Artist and board member Peppermint as a Grand Marshal for NYC Pride 2026. Peppermint's selection stands as a profound recognition of her work in expanding trans visibility,…...
Take Action Now Against Censorship and Oppose Federal Anti-LGBTQ Book Ban HR 7661!
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (401+ words) This week, HR 7661, a nationwide book ban, may move forward for a vote on the House floor as members of Congress return from a two-week recess. The proposed bill targets LGBTQ-inclusive books, using the threat of defunding to intimidate public…...