FL: LGBTQIA+ Issues
FL GOP bill could ban rainbow flags in schools, government buildings
Another GOP proposal is sparking controversy in Florida over freedom of expression, as it aims to ban rainbow flags from being displayed. House Bill …
FL teachers sue state over restriction on pronoun use
Three Florida teachers filed suit Wednesday over a Florida statute they claim targets transgender and nonbinary teachers for being themselves at work…
The Fight to Preserve the Future of Gender and Women's Studies
By Aviva Dove-Viebahn for Ms. Magazine.Broadcast version by Trimmel Gomes for Florida News Connection reporting for the Ms. Magazine-Public News …
Some New College of Florida Students Feel 'Trapped' in 'Hostile Takeover'
Following what's described as a "hostile takeover" by right-wing conservatives, at the progressive New College of Florida, students and prospective …
'Don't Say Gay' Proves Challenging for FL Students, Teachers
Despite being aimed at children in kindergarten through third grade, Florida teachers say what's often referred to as the "Don't Say Gay" law has …
Book Bans, Censorship Met with 1M Free Books for Students, Families
As the state of Florida combs through textbooks to ban content with diverse views, a national campaign pledges to deliver a million free books with …
LGBTQ Advocates Plan Legal Challenge to FL 'Don't Say Gay' Bill
Public schoolteachers in Florida are now prohibited from giving classroom instruction about sexual orientation or gender identity after Gov. Ron …
Defensores LGBTQ planean desafío legal al proyecto de ley "No digas gay" de FL
Los maestros de escuelas públicas en Florida ahora tienen prohibido dar instrucción en el aula sobre orientación sexual o identidad de …
"You Matter:" Messages of Support Follow Passage of 'Don't Say Gay' Bill
LGBTQ advocates are turning their focus to encouraging words for young people who are gay, following passage of Florida's "Parental Rights in …
"Tú importas": Mensajes tras aprobación de proyecto de ley "No digas gay"
Los defensores LGBTQ se están enfocando en palabras de aliento para los jóvenes que son homosexuales, luego de la aprobación del …
Fund Focuses on Post-Pandemic Support for FL Small Businesses
MIAMI, Fla. -- As Florida and other southern states recover from the financial impact of the pandemic, one program aims to ensure small businesses …
FL Republicans Ban Transgender Athletes, Send Bill to Governor
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Last-minute maneuvering by Republican lawmakers revived a bill that would ban transgender girls and women from playing on public …