Legislature Opponents speak out in public hearing on expansion of “Don’t Say Gay” law Several speakers testified about the dangers of outing, suicidality in the LGBTQ+ community, and the legislation in general. Patrick DarringtonMay 25, 2023
Featured Opinion Opinion | What is a woman? Passing HB405 will make life even more difficult for Alabamians who don’t fit into traditional gender or sex categories. David PersonMay 19, 2023
Legislature LGBTQ community marches on the Capitol to protest anti-trans bills Hundreds of people marched from the Alabama Supreme Court to the Capitol, and then to the Statehouse. Jacob HolmesMay 17, 2023
Legislature March protesting anti-trans legislation planned for Tuesday During last year’s session and the current session the legislature has passed numerous anti-trans and anti-LGBTQ+ bills. Patrick DarringtonMay 10, 2023
Legislature HRC condemns anti-transgender sports ban The bill passed the Senate and now moves to Gov. Kay Ivey’s desk to be signed into law. Patrick DarringtonMay 5, 2023
Legislature Bill filed to ban drag shows in public spaces The bill is part of a trend in GOP-controlled legislatures targeting drag performances. Jacob HolmesMay 1, 2023
Legislature Another anti-trans sports bill passed out of a House committee The bill would ban transgender athletes from participating in sports at public colleges and universities. Josh MoonApril 13, 2023
State Alabama’s laws affecting LGBTQ+ people reviewed in annual index Alabama passed multiple laws impacting LGBTQ individuals including the criminalization of gender-affirming care and preventing LGBTQ discussions in the classroom. Jacob HolmesJanuary 30, 2023
Opinion Opinion | Samford should accept its LGBTQ+ student group It shouldn’t be a shocker that some LGBTQ+ people have found a home at one of the South’s most prestigious Christian universities. David PersonOctober 28, 2022
State SPLC turns 50, charts course for the future On Friday evening, the organization celebrated its 50th anniversary by hosting an event focused on its course for the next 50 years. Jacob HolmesOctober 24, 2022