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Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Urban Outfitters Debuts First Pride Vinyl Collection Made in Collaboration With Influential LGBTQIA+ Artists, Allies and Labels
Urban Outfitters commemorates 2025 Pride Month this June with the retailer's first-ever Pride vinyl collection. The curated music collection features influential LGBTQIA+ artists, allies and labels, with albums released from the 1990s, 2010s and beyond. The collection includes vinyl records and casings with completely distinct album designs from various LGBTQIA+ icons, artists and allies. Selections feature Kesha's 2017 album 'Rainbow,' available in dream pop for the first time on colored vinyl, Janelle Monáe's 'The ArchAndroid,' crafted in gold and white iridescent color vinyl and RuPaul's 1993 album 'Supermodel (You Better Work),' featuring a distinct vintage design in ruby red vinyl. More from WWD EXCLUSIVE: Seed Health's New CEO Cathrin Bowtell Discusses Sprouts Launch and What's Next for the Microbiome Company Leslie Bibb Wears Blazer Minidress, Parker Posey Gets Textural in Feathery Look and More From 'The White Lotus' FYC Event Jameela Jamil Preps Her Own Makeup for the 'Elio' Premiere: 'An Homage to the '90s Supermodels' 'At UO, we're always listening to our customers and music is one of the most powerful ways they connect, express, and celebrate who they are,' said Jena Tracey, executive director of home and lifestyle buying at Urban Outfitters. 'This collection brings their favorite artists to the forefront during a time that matters deeply. It's about more than vinyl, it's about being part of the moments that shape identity, joy and connection.' Other artists featured in the vinyl collection include FKA Twigs, Lucy Dacus, Britney Spears, Aly & AJ and more. A new drop from Frankie Grande will also feature as part of the collection and collaboration. Along with Urban Outfitters' first Pride vinyl collection, the retailer continues its longstanding relationship with GLSEN, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating safe and inclusive school environments for LGBTQIA+ students through fundraising and community-based initiatives. Urban Outfitters will launch a 30-day cashwrap campaign across all North American retail locations where shoppers can round their purchase to the nearest dollar in order for proceeds to directly benefit GLSEN. The vinyl collection is available online and at select Urban Outfitters stores beginning June 27. Best of WWD ColourPop x Lilo & Stitch Collaborate on Mischievous Island Adventures Collection in New Campaign [PHOTOS] Lunar New Year Collections to Know: Details on Fashion, Jewelry and More Brands Embracing the Year of the Snake Valentine's Day Collections to Know: Details on Fashion, Makeup, Jewelry and More Brands Giving Products a Touch of Love, Live Updates
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
6 Ways to Support LGBTQ+ Youth for Pride Month (and Beyond)
This article may contain affiliate links that Yahoo and/or the publisher may receive a commission from if you buy a product or service through those links. June 1 marks the beginning of Pride Month, a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community that includes parades, festivals, and other community-building events. Pride Month acknowledges the contributions of the LGBTQ+ community as well as their struggles throughout history for equal rights and opportunities. Pride Month gives parents and caregivers a chance to discuss LGBTQ+ issues with kids in an age- and stage-appropriate way, to celebrate your own household if you are a part of the LGBTQ+ community, to show support for the community, and to establish yourself as an ally, especially if you care for a child who identifies as LGBTQ+. Here are some ways to support LGBTQ+ youth during Pride Month and beyond. Pride month events are joyful celebrations of the community, and there are often plenty of family-friendly opportunities to engage with throughout the month. For example, in our community, there are Pride Month Maker's Markets and a celebration at our local botanical garden. Research events in advance to make sure they are truly family-friendly, and then make a plan to attend and support those events with your family. No matter how your own family is structured, showing support for LGBTQ+ folks models acceptance and inclusion to your kids. If your child or their friends use chosen pronouns or a name that was not assigned to them at birth, make an effort to accept that as part of their identity, and use their preferred pronouns and names as much as possible. Be honest with your child if this is challenging for you, and let them know that, even if you don't always get it right, you are trying to do your best. If you care for a child who is LGBTQ+, educate yourself and them about LGBTQ+ history in a safe, age-appropriate way. Share with your children the many diverse family structures and gender identities that exist and affirm that they are all valid. Visit your local library to find books on specific subjects related to LGBTQ+ history (examples include Stonewall: A Building, an Uprising, a Revolution and Rainbow Revolutionaries: 50 LGBTQ+ People Who Made History. And if you're an educator, check out GLSEN for more resources. LGBTQ+ youth face a lot of challenges, and it's important to make sure they find supportive environments for asking questions, sharing their feelings, and connecting with friends and allies. Look for organizations that support LGBTQ+ youth, and facilitate your child attending meetups and support groups. In addition to local groups, national organizations like The Trevor Project, The LGBT National Help Center, and Trans Lifeline offer support for folks across the country. Find therapists and mental health providers who can support your child with ongoing therapy as needed to help them develop tools to navigate the world around them. Supporting LGBTQ+ youth means standing up for their rights, not just during Pride Month, but year-round. Practice affirming, non-discriminating behavior, challenge stereotypes, and stand alongside the LGBTQ+ community in your daily actions and political activities to show that you are fully committed and invested. Find organizations that are already doing this work, either in your own community or nationally, and support them by donating your time and, if possible, making financial contributions. People all want the same basic things — to be heard, seen, and loved — and this is especially important for kids. Devote specific, quality time to listening to your children, no matter where they are on their gender and sexuality journey. Create safe, private time in which they can ask you about anything, and make an effort to answer honestly. If you don't know the answer to a question, show them how to do the research to educate themselves. Ask them questions to better understand their perspective, and be an active listener. Let them know that you are learning and growing, just like they are, and most importantly, express to them that you love them for who they are, unconditionally. These 15 Kids' Storage Beds Have Hidden Depths The 14 Best Costco Items to Buy for Quick Family Meals The Best Zipper Sheets to Solve the Worst Bed-Making Task
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Protect gender non-conforming students. That's what Title IX demands
In classrooms across the country, gender non-conforming students are forced to play roles they never auditioned for. They are pressured to fit into outdated scripts about what boys and girls should look and act like. It's a reality that brings to mind "The Catcher in the Rye's" Holden Caulfield: a young person suffocating under society's expectations, longing for authenticity in a world full of "phonies." But while Holden had the privilege to rebel, gender non-conforming youth today face harassment, fear, and institutional neglect simply for showing up as themselves. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits sex-based discrimination in federally funded schools. Recent legal interpretations, including Bostock v. Clayton County (2020), have made it clear that this includes gender identity and expression. Yet, enforcement remains patchy and inconsistent, and schools too often resort to silence instead of safety. More: Cincinnati-area trans people, families 'exhausted' from Trump orders against them According to GLSEN, an education organization working to end discrimination, harassment, and bullying based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression, 71.6% of gender non-conforming students report being verbally harassed because of their gender expression. These students are not safe, and they know it. Title IX, originally passed to ensure educational equity, must be enforced to protect all students, including those who challenge gender norms. We need the U.S. Department of Education to strengthen enforcement and training, Congress to stand firm against rollbacks, and, above all, the public to understand that this isn't about politics. It's about giving every child the freedom to learn without fear, no matter who they are or how they dress. More: University of Cincinnati's 'biological' bathroom signs removed. 'Error' cost $16K No student should be punished for refusing to fit into someone else's story. Elisabeth Sebastian, Fort Wright, Ky. This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Title IX means nothing if schools ignore gender identity | Letter
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Parents don't stop fighting for their LGBTQ+ kids
Living in Florida as the parent of LGBTQ+ youth for the past few years has been exhausting. Extremist politicians and special interest groups have masqueraded as protectors of parents' rights in a ruthless quest to silence the increasing diversity of Generation Z and enact discriminatory policies that target LGBTQ+ youth. Keep up with the latest in + news and politics. They don't speak for all parents. I haven't stopped fighting for my kids, and neither should you. This week, GLSEN chapters across the country are supporting students as they speak out and break the silence that stands in the way of mutual understanding. For decades, these Day of No Silence actions have drawn attention to the pervasive bullying that LGBTQ+ youth faced in schools. This year, students like my children are using their voices to raise the alarm about the state of the school experience for LGBTQ+ youth, and will do so this Friday on April 4. Recent data from GLSEN's National School Climate Survey shows that 83% of LGBTQ+ youth are bullied or harassed at school and 59% of LGBTQ+ youth face discriminatory policies or practices at school. In Florida, we've seen this firsthand. The 'Don't Say LGBTQ+' law passed in 2022 started as a targeted restriction for grades K-3, but it evolved into a comprehensive crackdown on free expression that threatened students, teachers, and school districts across the state. The law had an immediate impact on schools, with picture books featuring two moms or two dads being taken off shelves, teachers being told they couldn't talk about their families, and Safe Space stickers removed from classrooms. My nonbinary child was in sixth grade at the time, and I took the State of Florida to court to fight for my child. We all fought back, and a legal settlement last year nullified most of the law's efforts to silence expression related to LGBTQ+ identity. Now, Donald Trump is trying to revive these failed strategies at a national level. It's a true race-to-the-bottom. Trump is working to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education and weaponizing what is left against marginalized students. He's launched investigations into school districts, floated prosecution of teachers, and threatened to withhold federal funds from whole states unless transgender youth are silenced. No matter the noise in Washington, the law itself hasn't changed. Efforts to suppress free expression and undermine equal treatment are contrary to the founding principles of this country and key legal protections. LGBTQ+ students continue to have rights under the U.S. Constitution and federal civil rights laws, including Title IX. School leaders know that everyone benefits from a safe and welcoming learning environment - it's not just the right thing to do, but it's also their legal obligation. We have a lot of work to do to hold the line and ensure that no one - either in school or in government — bullies our kids. It's a fight for our future, and we can't give up now. I'm in. Are you? Jennifer Cousins is a parent of four, including two LGBTQ+ children, living in Orlando, Florida. She serves as the chair of the Central Florida Chapter of GLSEN. For more information, visit Voices is dedicated to featuring a wide range of inspiring personal stories and impactful opinions from the LGBTQ+ community and its allies. Visit to learn more about submission guidelines. Views expressed in Voices stories are those of the guest writers, columnists, and editors, and do not directly represent the views of The Advocate or our parent company, equalpride.
Yahoo
21-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
GESD mom wins fight for preliminary injunction, allowed back on school grounds
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A parent who has won her fight for a preliminary injunction. Carrie Schmidt is now allowed back on school property and at school events. A federal court hearing was held on Thursday. The lawsuit, which spans 70 pages, centers around Schmidt, a mother, who believes this is part of a coordinated effort by the district. Schmidt told FOX4 that both her children and her constitutional rights were being violated. The mother of two previously led efforts to ban certain books in the classroom. At one point, she represented more than 90% of the complaints filed to the district regarding books she believed should be removed. Schmidt volunteers by packing snack packs for the men's and women's wrestling teams. One day, while doing so, she decided to walk around the school. She began taking photos of signs that she claims violate an executive order issued by President Donald Trump, called 'Ending Radical Indoctrination in K-12 Schools.' Police investigating shots fired into crowded Lawrence home She believes the executive order places the teacher-posted signs in direct conflict with the law, not because the signs say, 'safe space,' but because of the group GLSEN, which sponsors the sign. She believes the executive order places the teacher-posted signs in direct conflict with the law, not because the signs say, 'safe space,' but because of the group GLSEN, which sponsors the sign. After taking the photos, Schmidt sent them to a popular conservative, anti-LGBTQ Twitter page called 'Libs of TikTok.' One of the photos, which included a teacher's name, was shared by the page, resulting in online threats directed at the teacher. According to a letter from the district sent to Schmidt, the harassment became so severe that, at one point, the teacher had to leave work. That's when Schmidt's ban from school events went into effect. Download the FOX4 News app on iPhone and Android Following Thursday's hearing, Schmidt released the following statement to FOX4: 'No one pays me to fight for our children. The people that attack me without knowing what is going on is something I guess I have to bear. The judge said the district overreacted, which is an understatement in my opinion. The judge said I had done nothing disruptive and that the school district had too thin of skin. The judge put me back with every other parent who can come on the property or anywhere to support my children. Whatever persecution from others ignorant of what is at stake is a price I am willing to make.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
