News :: Massachusetts
Queer History is American History, and American History Belongs to the People.
Massachusetts AG Andrea Campbell co-led 19 AGs in a Supreme Court brief supporting Montgomery County schools' right to include LGBTQ+-inclusive books in curricula without offering a parent opt-out.
Eight Honored, Over $200,000 Raised During Gala for Open Sky's Safe Homes Program for LGBTQIA+ Youth
Open Sky Community Services announced that more than $200,000 was raised during its gala on April 4 to benefit the Safe Homes program, which is celebrating 30 years of serving LGBTQIA+ youth.
When Ash Lazarus Orr went to renew his passport in early January, the transgender organizer figured it would be relatively routine.
The Council adopted a resolution declaring Boston a sanctuary city for transgender individuals and all members of the LGBTQIA2s+ community. The resolution passed, securing a 12-1 vote.
The Worcester City Council voted 9-2 on Tuesday, February 11, to designate Worcester as a "Sanctuary City for Transgender and Gender Diverse People."
Federal Government Only Recognizes Two Sexes, Restricting Federal DEI Initiatives
GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders announces Joseph Metmowlee Garland as the new President of its Board of Directors, Dallas Ducar as Vice President, and Beth Myers as Clerk.
Vote Explainer - H.R. 28: The Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act