News & Commentary about Transgender People and Discrimination

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The ACLU works in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties that the Constitution and the laws of the United States guarantee everyone in this country.

Jun 15, 2022

How the Impact of Bostock v. Clayton County on LGBTQ Rights Continues to Expand

Aimee Stephens, seated, her wife Donna Stephens, in pink, and ACLU attorney Chase Strangio, at the far right listen during a news conference outside the Supreme Court.
How the Impact of Bostock v. Clayton County on LGBTQ Rights Continues to Expand

Mar 17, 2022

“Protecting Women and Children" Is a Shield for Transphobia

“Protecting Women and Children" Is a Shield for Transphobia

Mar 1, 2022

Texas Wants to Take Trans Kids From Their Supportive Parents. We’re Suing.

Medical professionals protest Texas legislation that would ban the gender-affirming medical care.
Texas Wants to Take Trans Kids From Their Supportive Parents. We’re Suing.

Feb 17, 2022

Your Guide to Talking About Attacks on Trans Youth

A photo featuring activist, drag queen and tv personality Peppermint with the title Tough Conversations With Peppermint.
Your Guide to Talking About Attacks on Trans Youth

Feb 8, 2022

Transgender and Non-Binary Leaders Tell Federal Court Trans People Deserve Joy at Any Age

A demonstration poster that reads “We Have Always Been Here! We Aren’t Going Anywhere! We Won’t Be Erased.”
Transgender and Non-Binary Leaders Tell Federal Court Trans People Deserve Joy at Any Age

Nov 4, 2021

I Want to Play Golf with Other Boys. I’m Suing Tennessee for That Chance.

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I Want to Play Golf with Other Boys. I’m Suing Tennessee for That Chance.

Oct 21, 2021

Finding Trans Joy Through Sports

Schuyler Bailar at poolside.
Finding Trans Joy Through Sports

Oct 15, 2021

How Mastercard's New Policy Violates Sex Workers' Rights

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How Mastercard's New Policy Violates Sex Workers' Rights

May 4, 2021

A Federal Appeals Court Will Decide if Trans Students Can Continue to Play School Sports

Image of Lindsay Hecox, ACLU client, on a track field.
A Federal Appeals Court Will Decide if Trans Students Can Continue to Play School Sports

Apr 15, 2021

Special Report: Chase Strangio on the Legislative Assault on Trans Youth

A demonstrator holding a sign with the text "Stop HB1570."
Special Report: Chase Strangio on the Legislative Assault on Trans Youth