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Discover how you’re helping improve coverage of executive orders
Recently, GLAAD announced findings of a new study, illustrating missteps and areas of improvement for six major mainstream media print and wire outlets. Our latest analysis reveals a troubling gap—only 13 out of 35 major news stories on Trump’s anti-transgender executive orders included transgender voices. GLAAD shared findings and recommendations with media outlets to improve their coverage. Thanks to supporters like you, GLAAD is holding the media accountable and offering actionable feedback. Click here to learn more about the study.
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Breaking news from Studio 1Gay: GLAAD’s Weather Watch update!
RuPaul’s Drag Race alum Salina EsTitties is back with a Weather Watch alert. Nearly half of all U.S. states have made it difficult or impossible for transgender people to access lifesaving health care; and extremist lawmakers are seeking to expand those restrictions further. And lawmakers in at least nine states have proposed measures to undermine same-sex couples’ freedom to marry. We must make our voices heard. Get involved and speak out. Click here to let your representatives know that you want sunny skies in your state.
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Stand With Us for LGBTQ Equality in 2025
The danger is mounting with hundreds of anti-LGBTQ legislative bills, a tactic that fuels increased — and sometimes fatal — violence towards LGBTQ people, including bullying, targeting of Pride events, bomb and mass shooting threats, and more. But GLAAD’s 40 years of experience and media advocacy expertise means we’re prepared to face it all. Make a donation to GLAAD to amplify our ability to help us fight misinformation and hate, respond to rapid news, and change our culture toward progress. With your support, GLAAD can look forward to another 40 years of accelerating LGBTQ acceptance.
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Your support helps hold the current administration accountable
Recently, GLAAD responded to the President’s joint address to Congress and the administration’s continued attempts at spreading false and harmful rhetoric about LGBTQ people. This aligns with the goals of the Trump Accountability Project which provides comprehensive documentation of the President’s actions concerning LGBTQ people. Having a centralized repository ensures that such actions are systematically recorded and easily accessible and allows journalists and the public to reference verified facts when faced with misinformation. Click here to review this resource, funded by supporters like you, and stay informed about decisions that may influence your rights and freedoms.
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Cross your fingers for DÍMELO at the 2025 Halo Awards
GLAAD’s digital original series DÍMELO, has been selected as a finalist for the prestigious 2025 Halo Awards in the category of Best Gender & LGBTQ Equality Initiative. Thanks to supporters like you, we were able amplify Latine LGBTQ voices in comedy while sparking conversation and promoting equality through humor and representation. The final winners, including the gold and silver awards for each category, will be revealed at The Halos gala on April 24, 2025, during the EFG2025 conference in Palm Springs, CA. Click here to watch the trailer then get caught up on any episodes you’ve missed.
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Join us at Big Queer Food Fest
GLAAD is proud to be the official Community Partner of Big Queer Food Fest! This first-of-its-kind, weeklong celebration of the LGBTQIA+ and culinary communities comes to Boston and runs from April 28th – May 4th, hosting events across the city. From multi-chef dinners and panel conversations to dance parties, meet-ups, and more, BQFF is about more than what’s on the plate—it’s about celebrating who’s at the table. Grand Tasting tickets for May 3rd and 4th are on sale now, with additional tickets for the full week of events coming soon at bigqueerfoodfest.com.
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Other News
Michael Urie to host the GLAAD Media Wards in Los Angeles
Fact check: misleading narratives about transgender people and restrooms, locker rooms, and other single-sex spaces
GLAAD is in Austin for SXSW
Get your tickets to DRAG: The Musical’s final show
Advocates discuss eradicating stigma and archaic criminalization laws on HIV Is Not A Crime Awareness Day
GLAAD celebrates Black queer and trans women, HIV Advocacy, and the power of storytelling at creative cuisine brunch
Anna DeShaw and Amanda W. Timpson highlight the incredible Isabel Pell—a bold, trailblazing lesbian woman who defied all odds as a WWII resistance fighter
Out & Proud: LGBTQ media
Season 37 of The Amazing Race premiered on the CBS on March 5
Season 7 of The Conners premieres on ABC on March 26
Season 2 of Survival of the Thickest premieres on Netflix on March 27
Mid-Century Modern premieres on Hulu on March 28
Dates to Remember
March: Bisexual Health Awareness Month
March: Women’s History Month
March 10: National Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
March 17-21: National LGBT Health Awareness Week
March 20: National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
March 31: International Transgender Day of Visibility
Since 1985, GLAAD has been striving for LGBTQ acceptance with the support from people like you. With growing challenges in today’s political climate, GLAAD is working harder than ever to protect and advance the progress we’ve built together. GLAAD has spent the past 40 years developing our craft, and with your support we will continue to changing tomorrow.
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