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“It is deeply appalling to see (the hospital) capitulate to the relentless pressure campaigns of both AG Paxton and the Trump Administration to end this care and ⁠penalize physicians who faithfully and lawfully provided it.” – Karen Loewy, Lambda Legal Senior Counsel & Director of Constitutional Law Practice, via Reuters #Texas #TransRights #Healthcare #News

Today is International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia & Biphobia, and Lambda Legal is proud to fight against anti-LGBTQ+ actions, bills, and bans in courthouses nationwide every day of the year. 💪 We dream of a world where every LGBTQ+ person can be their truest self without fear of persecution. And we will never give up fighting. Share this post to show your support for LGBTQ+ rights! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ #LGBTQRights #IDAHOBIT

NEW PODCAST EP: “Shilling v. United States: The Snowballing Trans Military Ban” 🇺🇸 In episode 5 of “Making The Case,” we dive into all things military with an amazing roster of guests, including: ⭐️ Sasha Buchert, Lambda Legal Counsel + Director of Nonbinary & Trans Rights Project ⭐️ Ami Patel, Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Deputy Director of Litigation ⭐️ Dr. Elijah Nicholas, LLC, Trans Advocate & Veteran Tune in to hear more about Trump’s attempt to erase trans people from the military, what service means to both veterans and activists, and what the current realities are for service members. Available wherever you get your podcasts. ▶️ Watch now: https://lnkd.in/eVRDVzDT #Military #Transgender #MilitaryAppreciationMonth

Lambda Legal is pleased to announce the appointment of Cathryn Oakley (she/her) as Deputy Legal Director of Policy! “Freedom and equality are hanging in the balance in America, and LGBTQ+ people are on the frontlines. Lambda Legal has been at the forefront of fighting for LGBTQ+ civil rights for decades, and the nation needs that leadership now more than ever. I am honored to join this powerful team and look forward to fiercely and passionately defending the communities we serve together.”

Sports shape who we become long after the game ends — teaching confidence, leadership, teamwork, and resilience. 💪💜 Now, we want to hear your story. Lambda Legal is collecting stories about the power of sports and why every kid, including transgender kids, deserves the opportunity to play. Together, these stories will celebrate the life lessons sports teach and how they benefit us all — strengthening our families, neighborhoods, and communities. This effort comes at a pivotal moment, ahead of a major Supreme Court decision expected this summer. Do you have a story about how #sports shaped you? Share a video, photo, or written story with us by May 26. Submit today: https://lnkd.in/e26BY4ta

In the coming weeks, the Supreme Court will rule on West Virginia v. B.P.J.: a case that will determine whether trans youth have the right to play on school sports teams that reflect who they are. When that happens, the conversations in our communities matter. Join Lambda Legal, CenterLink, and PFLAG National for the context, language, and tools to navigate them with confidence. Trans Youth in Sports: What's at Stake and How to Talk About It 📅 Wednesday 5/27 🕐 2PM ET 💻 Virtual & Free 🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/4tYcyKd #TransRights #OnlineLearning #SupremeCourt #Transgender

“In January, I sat beside my daughter Becky at the United States Supreme Court, listening to our country’s highest court debate her future. She is at the center of a national legal battle that will affect transgender kids like her across the country. “She is so young to be carrying something so big. Watching her bear the burden of our home state’s discrimination against her breaks my heart. Watching her rise to it with bravery and wisdom beyond her years fills my heart ten times over.” –– Heather Jackson, mother of plaintiff in West Virginia v. B.P.J. 🏳️⚧️ Read Heather's full blog: https://lnkd.in/e99Fj6_S #MothersDay #LGBTQ #Parenting

Parental support is lifesaving — and for LGBTQ+ youth, it's never something to take for granted. 💜 This Mother's Day, we're honoring parents, like Avni, who show up with unyielding love for their kids and remind us that every child deserves the chance to grow up happy, healthy, and authentically themselves. 🏳️⚧️ Watch Avni and Sonu’s full story: https://lnkd.in/ek8Hn--U

Blending a family is never simple. It requires patience and willingness to grow together over time. For Noelle and her stepson Nate, that journey also meant navigating identity, grief, and what it looks like to truly support someone you love. At the heart of it all, Noelle wants Nate to know one thing above all else: he belongs. “Nate is magic! I want him to believe that as much if not more than I do. I promised him that I would do anything and everything in my power to see him thrive in life.” –– Noelle This family’s story is a reminder that when a parent chooses love, it can change everything. ❤️ Read more about Noelle and Nate: https://lnkd.in/eDWdEiVd

🏳️🌈LAST CALL: Pre-orders for “Far From Over”––our exclusive Pride collection with Transfigure Print Co––are closing soon! This limited run collection of apparel and posters, featuring real archival pieces from the Gerber/Hart Library and Archives, is a physical reminder of the fight to protect queer and trans people everywhere. To protect our rights. To protect our joy. To protect our future. 🏳️⚧️ Don’t miss out on the chance to own a piece of queer and trans history. Pre-order your “Far From Over” Pride merch today: https://lnkd.in/eiwRNe4K Pre-orders are live through May 10, 2026, and customers are expected to receive their orders in time for Pride month. 50% of the proceeds will be donated to Lambda Legal. #LGBTQRights #TransRights #PrideMonth