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News & Commentary about Transgender Rights

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The ACLU works in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties that the Constitution and the laws of the United States guarantee everyone in this country.
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Jun 2, 2022

Alok Vaid-Menon Wants You to Reimagine Gender

Alok Vaid-Menon Wants You to Reimagine Gender
A transgender rights advocate holds a sign saying #TransKidsLivesMatter.

Apr 13, 2022

Alabama Wants to Criminalize Medically-Necessary Care for Trans Youth. Two Dads are Fighting Back.

Alabama Wants to Criminalize Medically-Necessary Care for Trans Youth. Two Dads are Fighting Back.
People waiting in line at an airport.

Apr 5, 2022

Four Ways the TSA Is Making Flying Easier for Transgender People

Four Ways the TSA Is Making Flying Easier for Transgender People
A protest sign that reads, "I'm With Her"

Mar 17, 2022

How Women’s Rights Paved the Way for Gender Justice at the ACLU

How Women’s Rights Paved the Way for Gender Justice at the ACLU

Mar 17, 2022

“Protecting Women and Children" Is a Shield for Transphobia

“Protecting Women and Children" Is a Shield for Transphobia
Medical professionals protest Texas legislation that would ban the gender-affirming medical care.

Mar 1, 2022

Texas Wants to Take Trans Kids From Their Supportive Parents. We’re Suing.

Texas Wants to Take Trans Kids From Their Supportive Parents. We’re Suing.
A photo featuring activist, drag queen and tv personality Peppermint with the title Tough Conversations With Peppermint.

Feb 17, 2022

Your Guide to Talking About Attacks on Trans Youth

Your Guide to Talking About Attacks on Trans Youth
A demonstration poster that reads “We Have Always Been Here! We Aren’t Going Anywhere! We Won’t Be Erased.”

Feb 8, 2022

Transgender and Non-Binary Leaders Tell Federal Court Trans People Deserve Joy at Any Age

Transgender and Non-Binary Leaders Tell Federal Court Trans People Deserve Joy at Any Age
A guard tower over the fence at a correctional health care facility.

Jan 31, 2022

The Federal Bureau of Prisons is Still Delaying My Health Care, Despite a Court Order

The Federal Bureau of Prisons is Still Delaying My Health Care, Despite a Court Order
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Nov 4, 2021

I Want to Play Golf with Other Boys. I’m Suing Tennessee for That Chance.

I Want to Play Golf with Other Boys. I’m Suing Tennessee for That Chance.