The Kentucky Department of Education released its guidelines for schools to implement the new Kentucky law that bans teaching sexual identity in the classroom and gives guidelines on how transgender students can use bathrooms in schools. The new law prohibits schools from teaching sexual orientation or gender identity in classrooms, forces transgender students to use […]
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‘Clash of worldviews’: How one NKY family prepares for potential passage of ‘anti-trans’ legislation
When Nancy Bardgett’s daughter came out as transgender, she was thankful that Jordan was able to receive the care she needed. In addition to having a supportive family, Jordan, a student at Northern Kentucky University at the time, received mental-health support. “She had supportive friends and she sought out resources and knew where to look […]
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Op-ed: The actual science of being trans
Written by Kimberly Kennedy, a professional writer, blogger, former educator, and parent of an LGBTQ+ young adult. Most of us witnessed with horror the passage of anti-transgender bill SB150 by legislators who ignored overwhelming opposition. Since Governor Beshear is expected to veto it, our only recourse is to convince legislators not to override that veto. If you’re dubious, hear […]
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‘Anti-trans’ bill adds more restrictions, passes Senate committee
This story mentions suicide. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, please call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. A bill that bans gender-affirming care for children passed the Senate Families and Children committee Tuesday, but not before lawmakers added a committee substitute that adds additional language seeking to place […]