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Margaret Cho on the Power of Comedy and Music

The Trevor Project caught up with Margaret Cho, Grammy & Emmy nominated comedian/actress/singer, around the success of her Live and LIVID stand-up comedy tour and the release of her new single and title track, “Lucky Gift.”  In between her tour dates and the release of her “power pop anthem,” she took the time to answer The Trevor Project’s questions about the power of comedy and music to help support LGBTQ+ mental health. Your "Live and LIVID!" tour tackles many social issues including homophobia. How do you view comedy’s role in driving social change?  Comedy is important because it is taking…
Illustrations of Audre Lorde & Marsha P. Johnson
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From Suffrage to Support: Expanding the Definition of Women’s Empowerment

For over a century, the fight for women’s rights has been marked by both remarkable progress and ongoing challenges. From the suffragists who fought for the right to vote to today’s advocates working for equal pay, reproductive rights, and greater representation, women’s history is a story of resilience, breaking barriers, and expanding opportunities for all.   As we reflect during Women’s History Month, it’s essential to recognize that empowerment is ever-evolving — and that growth must include celebrating and uplifting LGBTQ+ voices. Historically, women’s rights movements have often centered on the experiences of white, cisgender, heterosexual women, leaving LGBTQ+ women, nonbinary…
Two smiling young people wave the Trans and Progress Pride flag.
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A Conversation with Molina Healthcare During LGBTQ Health Awareness Week

Each year toward the end of March, we observe 'National LGBTQ Health Awareness Week' to raise awareness and understanding of timely topics that impact the health and well-being of LGBTQ+ people across the United States. As part of this year’s observation, we spoke with one of our partners, Molina Healthcare, to share how they are supporting the health and well-being of LGBTQ+ young people during this important week and beyond.  Read more in our interview with the Molina Healthcare team below: Many people know that Molina Healthcare is at the forefront of creating a healthier society, but can you shed…