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The far-right movement across the world is gaining momentum, bringing with it an increase in ‘gender critical’ rhetoric. In Cork, the consequences of this have been dangerous, with one local trans woman sharing her insights into the concerning developments. Just over a month ago, Brianna Ghey was murdered in Warrington, Cheshire. Just over a month […]

Disney World Resort to host what has been billed as "the largest LGBTQ+ conference in the world," despite concerns over gay rights in the state following the introduction of new laws backed by Governor Ron DeSantis.In March 2022, DeSantis signed into law the Parental Rights in Education legislation, dubbed the "Don't Say Gay Bill" by opponents, banning any discussion of sexuality or gender identity in Florida's schools for children aged between five and nine. This week, proposals emerged to extend this to all ages within the Florida schooling system.The next few months are likely to be decisive for DeSantis' political career, with polls showing the governor is the most credible threat to Donald Trump's hope of securing the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, though he has yet to officially declare his candidacy.Despite Florida's new legislation, which initially triggered calls for a boycott of the state, LGBTQ groups have welcomed plans to hold the Out & Equal Workplace Summit from September 11-14.

Tallahassee Democrat.Do the crime, do the time.In a statement, Carrasquilla said that the school’s board chair, Barney Bishop, had for several weeks been making his displeasure known, “when parents became upset about policies or procedures not being followed to the ‘T.’ “He was more concerned about litigation and appeasing a small minority of parents, rather than trusting my expertise as an educator for more than 25 years.”She says Bishop took her aside last week and gave her an ultimatum. Resign or be fired.Two of the parents who complained about the art history lesson said they should have been notified in advance.

By John-John Williams IV | Shaylie Elliette wishes the Trans Health Equity Act that appears headed for final passage in the Maryland General Assembly would have been around seven years ago, when she turned 18. She believes that transitioning earlier in life would have eliminated years of torment, abuse and discrimination all linked to transphobia.

Wonder Woman actress Lynda Carter recently showed her LGBTQ+ allyship once again by helping a trans woman come out to her father.