News & Commentary about Transgender Rights

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Trans activists march at the Black Transnational Rally with a rainbow flag in the West Village of Manhattan.

Jun 17, 2022

Trans Joy Is Most Necessary When It Feels the Most Impossible

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.

Jun 15, 2022

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

Jun 2, 2022

Alok Vaid-Menon Wants You to Reimagine Gender

A transgender rights advocate holds a sign saying #TransKidsLivesMatter.

Apr 13, 2022

Alabama Wants to Criminalize Medically-Necessary Care for Trans Youth. Two Dads are Fighting Back.

Apr 5, 2022

Four Ways the TSA Is Making Flying Easier for Transgender People

A protest sign that reads, "I'm With Her"

Mar 17, 2022

How Women’s Rights Paved the Way for Gender Justice at the ACLU

Mar 17, 2022

“Protecting Women and Children" Is a Shield for Transphobia

Medical professionals protest Texas legislation that would ban the gender-affirming medical care.

Mar 1, 2022

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

A photo featuring activist, drag queen and tv personality Peppermint with the title Tough Conversations With Peppermint.

Feb 17, 2022

Your Guide to Talking About Attacks on Trans Youth

A demonstration poster that reads “We Have Always Been Here! We Aren’t Going Anywhere! We Won’t Be Erased.”

Feb 8, 2022

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