Politics

On LGBTQ2S+ issues, Canada got plenty done in 2021—but the hard work has just begun

The flashy victories have been won. Now, it’s time for the real, substantive, unsexy policy work

By Dale Smith

Power

This historic ruling just secured equality for same-sex parents across Europe

The victory could lay the groundwork for future wins in the EU

By Sophie Hurwitz

Rainbow Rewind 2021

The righteous queens and shady bitches of 2021

Celebrating the GOATs and condemning the flops in yet another pandemic year

By Xtra Staff

Rainbow Rewind 2021

A year of political wins and losses

A look back at 12 months of anti-trans legislation, more queer representation in politics and the global fight for LGBTQ2S+ rights

By Erica Lenti

Politics

France joins Canada in banning LGBTQ2S+ conversion therapy without exemptions

Violators face not only huge fines but possible jail time

By Dawn Ennis

Politics

How South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem stole trans’ kids Christmas

Noem has pre-filed draft legislation that would take aim at trans girls participating in school sports

By Nico Lang

Power

New Zealand passes law allowing trans people to correct birth certificates without surgery

The legislation reflects a “more accessible and inclusive process” for birth certificate corrections

By Nico Lang

Politics

Lisa Middleton is California’s first trans mayor. She wants to make history—again

The Palm Springs mayor is also running for California State Senate to tackle infrastructure and climate change issues

By Yvonne Marquez

Politics

Chile legalizes marriage equality in major victory for LGBTQ+ rights

The country is the 31st to grant comprehensive rights to queer couples

By Nico Lang

Politics

Canada has officially banned LGBTQ2S+ conversion therapy

After getting fast-tracked through the Senate and House of Commons, Bill C-4 received royal assent Wednesday

By Mel Woods

Politics

House of Commons surprisingly passes a tougher conversion therapy ban

ANALYSIS: A unanimous vote on Bill C-4 has fast-tracked the legislation. But has anything actually changed for the government and its opposition?

By Dale Smith

Politics

Amita Kuttner on being Canada’s first trans political party leader: ‘I have zero intention of playing by the rules’

New Green Party of Canada leader Amita Kuttner talks trans joy and breaking barriers

By Mel Woods

Politics

Texas mama bears are ready to vote out Greg Abbott: ‘I will never forgive him’

Mothers of trans kids say they intend to do what they do best: keep organizing in support of their children

By Nico Lang

Power

Hungary approves national referendum on Russia-style ‘gay propaganda’ law

Hungarian voters will head to the polls in 2022 to weigh in on LGBTQ+ rights

By Nico Lang

Politics

Trans candidates make history with big wins in Bangladesh, Chile

Trans candidates are proving the world is ready for LGBTQ+ political representation

By Oliver Haug

News

Canada’s conversion therapy ban is back. Will it finally pass?

On Monday, Canada’s House of Commons tabled a bill to ban LGBTQ2S+ conversion therapy

By Mel Woods

Power

America’s first out trans mayor, Stu Rasmussen, dies at 73

The Oregon politician made history in 2008 as America’s first-ever openly transgender elected mayor

By J.E. Reich

Politics

Biden reverses Trump-era policy allowing foster care discrimination

LGBTQ2S+ advocates celebrated the move but warned it would not be the end of discrimination in the foster care system

By Nico Lang