Krakow to fund LGBTQ+ shelter
Local authorities in the Polish city of Krakow have pledged to fund the building of the country’s first refuge hostel for LGBTQ+ people.
Elliot Page urges lawmakers to protect trans youth
Trans actor Elliot Page, known for his roles in Umbrella Academy and Juno, has urged US lawmakers to protect trans youth, following a string of anti-trans laws across multiple American states.
Biden signs order protecting LGBTQ+ people from discrimination
After being sworn in as US president yesterday, Joe Biden has issued a handful of executive orders to improve LGBTQ+ equality, including one which will protect LGBTQ+ Americans from discrimination.
Romania guilty of discriminating against trans men
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) found Romanian authorities guilty of discriminating against trans men by refusing to recognise those who have not undergone transitional surgery.
Dr Rachel Levine made US health secretary
Dr Rachel Levine, a trans woman who currently serves as Pennsylvania’s top health official, has been selected by newly elected US president, Joe Biden, to become his assistant health secretary.
Alaska to ban conversion therapy
Alaska is set to become the next US to ban LGBTQ+ conversion therapy after a bill was filed earlier this month by state representative Sara Hannan.
Australian census to introduce non-binary option
Australia’s 2021 census is due to introduce a non-binary option for gender diverse citizens.