The news these days is coming out like a firehose, but there's no need to get all soggy about it. In fact, it's important to remember that LGBTQ+ people and their allies are taking stands and protesting nearly every day. So take heart! Hopefully, our weekly good news roundup will help lift your spirits and keep you warm and dry amid the downpour.

Also, if you know a person or organization helping improve your community in unique ways, we wanna hear from you! And talking about community good-doers, did you hear about the city council that voted unanimously to allocate $500,000 to healthcare for trans youth? How about the Staten Island St. Patrick’s Day Parade that recently ended its 60-year ban on LGBTQ+ groups? And what about when legendary gay filmmaker John Waters raised money to help victims of Hurricane Helene?