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From Hate to Healing: Bambi Salcedo Calls for Trans Power at CA Civil Rights Summit

As the federal government moves to strip transgender rights, the California Civil Rights Department’s first-ever California Civil Rights Summit had a different message.

What Black Women Voters Want from James Talarico After the Texas Democratic Primary

Interviews with Black women voters suggest party unity alone may not be enough to carry State Rep. James Talarico in his bid for Texas’ U.S. Senate seat.

Fawzia Mirza on Mentoring a New Generation of Muslim Filmmakers 

Filmmaker Fawzia Mirza reflects on how grants and fellowships empower Muslim artists to tell authentic, universal stories that challenge stereotypes and center joy.

An ‘Áo Dài’ of Her Own: One Trans Woman’s Path to Family Acceptance

Nicky Cao, a Vietnamese trans woman, is one of the few people in her community who will talk openly about her transition, her mental health, and her fear.

How One Women-Led Bay Area Group is Helping Push a Middle Eastern Cultural Renaissance

Mother Armenia produces parties, curates art exhibitions, hosts a radio show, and fund raises for humanitarian efforts in Palestine, Lebanon, and Armenia.

For Transgender Youth, Simply Existing is a Political Debate

Gael Urquia, a young, transgender activist, speaks about the recent Supreme Court decision which upholds a ban on gender-affirming care for minors.

For LGBTQ Americans, Pride is Personal

What does it mean to be LGBTQ as this year’s Pride Month comes amid polarization and rights rollbacks nationwide?

At Desi Rainbow, Aruna Rao Creates Safe Spaces for South Asian LGBTQIA+ Individuals & Their Families

Aruna Rao established Desi Rainbow to build a desi diaspora community that values, affirms, and celebrates all LGBTQIA+ identities.

Gay Rights Icon Harvey Milk’s Name Stripped from Navy Ship

“This is a shameful, vindictive erasure of those who fought to break down barriers for all to chase the American Dream.” - Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.