LGBTQ+ Good News

Celebrating progress being made by and for the LGBTQ+ community

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For trans people looking to relocate to sanctuary states, these groups are a lifeline

Grassroots efforts help queer and transgender individuals resettle in sanctuary states across the country.
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This farmer rescues 'gay sheep' and sells their wool to support LGBTQ+ charities

All proceeds support Germany’s largest queer rights organization.
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Socks that give back from Bombas, Awesome Socks Club, and Conscious Step

12 Socks That Give Back & Donate To Charity

We’ve curated the ultimate list of sock companies that are making it easier for us to elevate our sock game while supporting the causes we care most about...
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14 Ways to Celebrate & Take Action for Banned Books Week

When it feels like our reality has crumbled into a dystopian nightmare, what do we do? We use the power of books, form our own team of heroes, and fight against censorship and for stories that matter!
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Good News This Week: August 16, 2025 - Shoes, Cheese, & Wheelchairs

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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Good News This Week: July 26, 2025 - Turtles, Hikes, & River Cowboys

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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With the rights and history of LGBTQ+ Americans facing existential threats, spaces like the Ohio Lesbian Archives are continuing to keep queer history alive

This lesbian archive is preserving LGBTQ+ history as it's erased: 'Proof of our existence'

As programs recognizing LGBTQ+ people are cut, an Ohio archive is doing what queer Americans always have: preserving their own history.
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A group of trans and cisgender women rugby players smile together at the International Gay Rugby Cup in Oslo

Trans vs. cisgender rugby match protests athlete bans through friendly competition: 'We want you on our team'

The “Ruck You” match was organized by pro rugby player Sasha Acheson, who wanted to protest World Rugby's decision to ban trans women from competition.
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Good News This Week: May 31, 2025 - Penguins, Dogs, & Maps

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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31 Ideas To Take Action & Celebrate Pride Month In 2025

June is Pride Month! We’ve gathered a list of ideas to help you celebrate, honor, and support the LGBTQ+ community — all month long.
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LGBTQ+ advocates sell 'petty' Pride merch to protest Utah's flag ban and help community members

“The only thing we love more than pettiness is Pride,” organizers shared on social media.
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A collage of Pride merchandise, including a jacket from Levi's, Bombas socks, a green hat that reads "queer magic," colorful Converse, rainbow floral boxer briefs, and a white tote bag that reads "support your local drag queens"

11 best Pride Month collections that give back — without rainbow washing

Corporate retailers like Target have gotten flack for their half-hearted Pride collections. Here are some ethical brands to support while you show your true colors.
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