Gender & Sexuality

Caster Semenya. Black woman in gray top with dark hair pulled back into a low bun.
N. Jamiyla Chisholm  Jul 24, 2019 4:32PM EDT

Caster Semenya is Out Magazine's Latest Cover Star

The South African record-breaker says that she’s here to inspire the world.
Trans Pride flags with blue, pink, white, pink, blue stripes.
N. Jamiyla Chisholm  Jul 23, 2019 4:27PM EDT

Rev. Elena Rose Vera On the Hotline Created for Trans People, by Trans People

Trans Lifeline executive director: “We’re not just people that need to be rescued, but also have extraordinary gifts.” 
Leana Wen. Asian woman wearing a black sleeveless shirt, sitting behind a desk with a laptop computer on a brown desk.
Ayana Byrd  Jul 17, 2019 2:16PM EDT

Planned Parenthood President Exits as Organization Prepares for Political Fight

Dr. Leana Wen, who is leaving after eight months, maintains that abortion is a health care—not political—issue.
protest signs at a reproductive rights rally at Capitol Hill
Ayana Byrd  Jul 16, 2019 2:45PM EDT

New Blueprint For Reproductive Justice Hopes to Transform Health Care

More than 80 organizations wrote a manifesto to bring about new policies even as growing conservatism seeks to limit access to reproductive care.
Scarlett Johansson. White woman with shoulder-length blonde hair.
N. Jamiyla Chisholm  Jul 15, 2019 4:24PM EDT

QTPOC and More Respond to Scarlett Johansson and Her Privilege

“Pose” actress Indya Moore: “Why compare trans people and poc to trees and animals?”
Angelica Ross. Black woman in character as Candy, wearing high ponytail, white corset, blue pin stripe jacket.
N. Jamiyla Chisholm  Jul 10, 2019 2:30PM EDT

'Pose' Creators On Epidemic of Violence Killing Trans Women of Color

“We wanted to really concentrate on the epidemic of violence that trans women are facing.”
Aziz Ansari. Indian man with short dark hair wearing black t-shirt.
N. Jamiyla Chisholm  Jul 10, 2019 11:34AM EDT

Aziz Ansari Addresses Sexual Misconduct Allegations in New Special

“It moved things forward for me, made me think about a lot. I hope I’ve become a better person.” 
pride flag and person in a beauty pageant sash at San Juan pride parade in 2018
Ayana Byrd  Jul 8, 2019 2:52PM EDT

READ: A Push to Rebuild Safe Spaces For LGBTQ+ Puerto Ricans

In the aftermath of Hurricane Maria and recent legislative challenges to their rights, members of Puerto Rico’s queer community are working to restore life-saving spaces.
Black LGB+ Census. Civil ceremony between two Black women.
N. Jamiyla Chisholm  Jul 5, 2019 3:53PM EDT

'Black Census' Finds That Low Wages Are the Top Issue For LGB+ Respondents

More than 5,400 gay, lesbian, bisexual or “other” people surveyed said that making ends meet is more important than marriage equality.
Stonewall Inn. Neon red signage reads "The Stonewall Inn."
N. Jamiyla Chisholm  Jul 1, 2019 4:48PM EDT

Black Trans Woman Heckled, Nearly Arrested at Stonewall Inn

On the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising, owners and predominantly White patrons reportedly threatened to call the police on a woman who asked the LGBTQ+ community to advocate for her Black trans sisters.
Stonewall Inn. Middle aged person stands outside the bar holding a large rainbow flag.
N. Jamiyla Chisholm  Jun 27, 2019 9:38AM EDT

Watch As National LGBTQ Wall of Honor is Unveiled at Stonewall Inn

Co-chair Nicole Murray Ramirez: “A movement that does not know where it came from does not really know where it’s going.”
Stonewall Inn. Many signs posted out front, including one reading "Stop the Hate."
N. Jamiyla Chisholm  Jun 26, 2019 1:01PM EDT

LISTEN: Stonewall Activists Tell Their Own Stories in New Podcast Episode

StoryCorps passes the mic to the elders of the LGBTQ+ community who started a movement.
Aaron Philip. Black woman with blonde hair slicked down with rainbow boa around her neck, large sunglasses and a septum ring.
N. Jamiyla Chisholm  Jun 25, 2019 4:49PM EDT

Aaron Philip Covers Paper Mag, Talks Image and Identity With Naomi Campbell

Philip is billed as the first Black, trans disabled model to sign with a major management company.
outside of Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals building
Ayana Byrd  Jun 21, 2019 1:34PM EDT

Abortion 'Gag Rule' Goes Into Effect

Abortion providers in 49 states will lose federal money if they refer patients for the medical procedure.
Janet Mock. Black woman with long hair in black and pink dress, standing in front of a white and back backdrop.
N. Jamiyla Chisholm  Jun 20, 2019 1:53PM EDT

Janet Mock Makes History With Massive Netflix Deal

The “Pose” producer is the first transgender woman to sign a creator-in-charge deal at a leading entertainment company.
Dr. Yashica Robinson. Black woman in white suit and black shirt sits at microphone with people behind her.
Ayana Byrd  Jun 19, 2019 2:00PM EDT

The Stakes Podcast Speaks to Alabama's Sole Abortion Provider

Host Kai Wright tours one of just three clinics that provide the medical procedure in the entire state.
AIDS quilt on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
Ayana Byrd  Jun 18, 2019 12:08PM EDT

ICYMI: HIV Prevention Drug PrEP to Be Covered by Most Insurance Plans

At $2,000 per month, the pill is currently inaccessible to most of the people who are at highest risk of contracting HIV.
a number of protest signs supporting abortion rights
Ayana Byrd  Jun 17, 2019 3:11PM EDT

NYC Funds Abortions For People From States With Restrictive Bans

It is the first time a city has used its budget to step into the national abortion battle.
Exterior of Metropolitan Museum with crowd on steps
N. Jamiyla Chisholm  Jun 12, 2019 1:59PM EDT

Voguing Stars Take Center Stage at The Met

Dancers slay for a large crowd and judges outside the famed museum.
New York State Capitol Building
Ayana Byrd  Jun 12, 2019 12:59PM EDT

New York State Prepares to Decriminalize Sex Work

A new bill aims to protect sex workers, particularly immigrant and trans workers of color.