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AllyAI: The New Certification Ensuring LGBTQ+ Inclusion in the Future of AI Photo: Reshetnikov_art/Shutterstock As AI rapidly transforms daily life, LGBT Tech is stepping up with AllyAI—the first certification program to ensure LGBTQ+ inclusivity and safety are built into the future of artificial intelligence. With the increased use of AI technology in everyday life, people have been raising concerns about inclusivity and safety. LGBT tech, a national nonpartisan group, is advocating for the...

Pope Francis leaves behind a complicated legacy for LGBTQ+ Catholics Pope Francis addresses a joint meeting of Congress on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015 "Homosexual people have the right to be in a family. They are children of God," he said, while also calling trans identity an "ideological project." On Easter Monday, the world received the news of Pope Francis’ passing at the age of 88. The news was a surprise after the pontiff’s herculean battle with pneumonia and his appearance at Easter Sunday...

The Supreme Court is trying to normalize its own anti-LGBTQ animus (L-R) Chief Justice of the Supreme Court John Roberts, Justice Elena Kagan, Justice Brett Kavanaugh, Justice Amy Coney Barrett, and retired Justice Anthony Kennedy attend U.S. President Donald Trump's address to a joint session of Congress at the U.S. Capitol on March 04, 2025 in Washington, DC. The justices’ personal feelings about queer people defined oral arguments on public school opt-outs. This article first appeared on...

David Hogg’s arrogant, self-indulgent stunt Democratic National Committee Vice Chair David Hogg (Photo by Peter Rosenstein) DNC officers should not be involved in primaries With his recent announcement his PAC will challenge incumbent Democrats with primaries, David Hogg came off as a self-indulgent, self-aggrandizing, young man. That is sad. This is difficult for me to write as I admire him, and what he has done with his life. However, his recent actions have me, and others, looking at him...

These cardinals are possible contenders to be the next pope Pope Francis greets cardinals as he unexpectedly appears during the Palm Sunday Mass in Saint Peter's Square at the Vatican on April 13, 2025. Photo by Yara Nardi/ Reuters From reformers to traditionalists, these cardinals could shape the future of the Catholic Church as potential successors to Pope Francis. VATICAN CITY (AP) — A popular saying in Vatican circles is that if you “enter a conclave as pope, you leave as a cardinal.” It...

Exploring the financial burden of autism care and available resources Branislav Nenin // Shutterstock The high cost of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) care can be a significant barrier for people and families who need support. According to recent data, these services average $6,567 (0–5 years), $9,053 (age 6–17 years), and $13,580 (18+ years) per year and can increase further for individuals with co-occurring conditions or other health needs. While all 50 U.S. states have laws requiring...

Trump Administration to defund suicide hotline for LGBTQ+ youth starting in October A leaked budget draft shows the federal government's plans to eliminate all funding for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline’s LGBTQ+ Youth Specialized Services – a federal program that provides emergency crisis support to LGBTQ+ youth considering suicide – effective October 1, 2025. A leaked budget draft shows the federal government's plans to eliminate all funding for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline’s LGBTQ+...

Kansas abortion clinics saw sizable majority of clients from out of state in 2024 A temporary sign could be seen on Aug. 16, 2024, outside of the new Pittsburg Planned Parenthood clinic. (Grace Hills/Kansas Reflector) Overall, Kansas was among the top five states in the country with the most substantial increases in abortions performed between 2023 and 2024, with about an 18% increase. TOPEKA — More than 70% of abortions performed in 2024 in Kansas were for out-of-state residents, according...

5 Tips for Supporting Trans Kids During the Trump Administration (Photo: Aiden Craver) It’s tough to live in a country that denies your right to be yourself. One of the first executive orders made by President Trump during his second term was aimed at restricting gender-affirming care for people under the age of 19. He did this despite multiple studies showing that gender-affirming care and hormone-replacement therapy for trans youth improves their mental health and may literally save their...