In The News

 President Obama signs LGBT Inclusive Domestic Violence Bill

APA modifies Gender Identity Disorder diagnosis / Removes classification as "mental disorder"

San Francisco to cover gender reassignment  surgeries for all uninsured transgender residents

 Gender transition treatment on the rise for youth

A lesbian couple raises a child together.... Amazing Testimony

Trip Report: Transgender NH - Mini-Conference

U.S. Department of Labor - Prohibits Gender Identity Discrimination

Westboro Baptist Church condemns the GLBT

Dallas County Adds Trans Protections

White House hosts first ever trans meeting

LGBT Adoption Non-Discrimination Act Introduced in U.S. House

Chicago Launches Transgender Bathroom Initiative at local businesses and restaurnants

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