GLAAD’s 2019 Accelerating Acceptance Index: Results show further decline in LGBTQ acceptance among Americans ages 18-34

On Monday, GLAAD released its 2019 Accelerating Acceptance Index in coordination with The Harris Poll, with results showing a shift in support among Americans ages 18-34. The percentage of supporters in this age group dropped to 45 percent, which is down from 53 percent in 2017. The poll resulted in a 1 percent increase among Americans who believe equality should be extended to LGBTQ individulas.

GLAAD shines a light on President Trump’s attacks on the LGBTQ community during reelection announcement

When President Donald Trump announced his reelection campaign June 18, GLAAD shed light on the fact he has made 114 attacks against the LGBTQ community since 2017. “Let’s make one thing clear, Mr. President: GLAAD sees through your hypocritical games, and we’ll make sure voters know your real record on LGBTQ issues before they go to the polls in 2020,” said Zeke Stokes, Chief Programs Officer for GLAAD. One day later, GLAAD submitted a formal comment asking the Trump administration to allow healthcare for transgender Americans.

The GLAAD Wrap: Janet Mock makes history with Netflix deal, Kevin McHale drops debut EP, FX renews 'Pose,' Netflix renews 'Queer Eye' and more!

ICYMI: Last week was huge for LGBTQ entertainment news. The Fab Five is back for two more seasons of Queer Eye, and fans don’t have to wait long before the lovely queer icons make us cry. The new season premieres July 19 and they’re back in Kansas City, Mossouri. Season five will move to Philadelphia, and we can’t wait, hunny! FX’s and GLAAD Media Award winner Pose was also renewed for a third season two days after the season two premiere. Now fans don’t have to worry about the show’s fate and can just enjoy the current installment. Check out more news in entertainment, including a legendary deal for Janet Mock.

Meet the star of Absolut Vodka’s new film focused on the importance of accepting transgender family members

Absolut and GLAAD recently released a new campaign video called “Celebrating Trans Acceptance,” starring transgender model and advocate Jessica Zyrie and her father Wayne. The video showcases what it means for a father to be accepting and loving of his trans child. GLAAD had the chance to speak with Jessica about her role in the campaign, the importance of Pride, trans representation and advocacy, and her own personal LGBTQ heroes. Click here to watch the video and read the full interview.

Taylor Swift shouts out GLAAD in her new song “You Need To Calm Down”

It has already been two weeks since Taylor Swift shouted out GLAAD in her new song, “You Need To Calm Down.” Swift released the video for the pro-LGBTQ anthem on Good Morning America, where some of GLAAD’s Campus Ambassadors sat in the front row and saw the video for the first time. The music video featured LGBTQ icons, including the Queer Eye cast, Billy Porter, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Todrick Hall. In response to the video, GLAAD created one-of-a-kind stickers to deck out all of your personal items. For those who wish to purchase one -- for $13 of course -- just click this link.

GLAAD releases its first volume of tips sheets for covering the 2020 Presidential Election

The Democratic debates for the 2020 election have wrapped up, and GLAAD is there to ensure LGBTQ issues are being talked about. GLAAD released a tip sheet for journalists to bring those issues to the forefront of discussion. The same “kitchen table” issues that many Americans worry about are also at the top of LGBTQ individuals’ lists l, including poverty and equal pay. LGBTQ-specific golas are for more states to adopt nondiscrimination acts, ban conversion therapy, and promote transgender acceptance.

GLAAD partners with NYC Pride & SVA Theatre to Host GameChangers Event during WorldPride

At this year’s GameChangers event, George Takei, Lenya Bloom and Trace Lysette joined together to discuss LGBTQ representation in film and TV. The panel discussion, featuring the key players in advancing LGBTQ portrayals on screens big and small, was moderated by NYLON’s Gabrielle Korn. Check out GLAAD’s coverage of the event.