Cities, counties and groups from Florida and other parts of the country are trying to help sway a federal appeals court to reconsider a potentially far-reaching decision that blocked bans on the controversial practice known as “conversion therapy.”
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Each year on Nov. 20, groups like Unspoken Treasure honor transgender people killed in acts of anti-transgender violence. The society along with TranQuility, the Pride Community Center and other local LGBTQ groups will hold a vigil at 7 p.m. at Bo Diddley Plaza.
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Planned Parenthood of Gainesville now offers treatment and services for transgender people.
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Amid vibrant queer and transgender patrons cheering outside Curia on the Drag in Gainesville, the best overall costume award went to the one wearing the least: A Batman mask and T-shirt.
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Melina Farley-Barratt died of cancer on Oct. 13 at 41. She left behind numerous accomplishments as an activist, politician and humanitarian, including being the first transgender woman to run for Florida Senate.
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Florida leaders virtually discussed their plans to combat human trafficking at the 2020 Human Trafficking Summit. This year, there were more than 2,000 registered participants from every Florida county and 38 states.
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In a closely watched case about how to apply a constitutional amendment that expanded victims’ rights, a Leon County circuit judge on Thursday agreed to at least temporarily keep secret the identities of two Tallahassee police officers involved in use-of-force incidents.
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Families don't gather at a Lakeland hair salon for haircuts. They come for stories read by Momma, a drag queen dedicated to teaching children and young adults about the acceptance of others and themselves.
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As Florida’s legislative session nears its conclusion, it’s shaped up to be a tough year for LGBTQ residents and their supporters.
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The tables at the Free Sore were stocked with everything from toiletries to kid’s clothing, all donated from various sources.
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