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Organizations including the Human Rights Campaign and the National LGBTQ Task Force are part of the Oct. 18 demonstrations, which challenge the administration’s “antidemocratic” actions.
Millions expected to turn out for anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ protests on Oct. 18 - Watermark Out News
LGBTQ activists and millions of Americans are having a nationwide “No Kings” day protest against the Trump administration's actions on Oct. 18
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Workers began tearing up the rainbow-colored pavers Oct. 5, two days after the city learned it had lost its appeal against the Florida Department of Transportation's removal order. The crosswalk, installed in 2018, was intended to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community.
Florida removes Miami Beach rainbow crosswalk after city loses appeal - Watermark Out News
The Florida Department of Transportation has removed a rainbow-colored crosswalk in Miami Beach after a statewide ban on asphalt art.
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The debut of Gulfcoast Pride is set for Oct. 25 in Sarasota's Rosemary District. Hosted by Project Pride the event is poised to be the largest in the city's history, featuring more than 100 vendors, live entertainment and a pet pageant.
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Justices appeared sympathetic to a Christian therapist challenging Colorado's ban on conversion therapy for minors, suggesting the law may violate First Amendment free speech rights.
Justices appear sympathetic to Christian therapist in conversion therapy case - Watermark Out News
The Supreme Court heard arguments in the case of Chiles v. Salazar, which could reverse conversion therapy bans across the United States.
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Watermark Out News @watermarkoutnews.bsky.social · 17h
The Council of Europe's new framework guides member states on closing legal gaps for intersex people, including ensuring protection against discrimination in employment and education.
Council of Europe approves ‘comprehensive’ intersex rights framework - Watermark Out News
The Council of Europe on Oct. 7, and approved a “comprehensive framework” designed to protect the rights of intersex people.
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A coalition of 21 states, led by Florida AG Uthmeier, filed a brief with the Supreme Court supporting a mother's challenge to a school's policy of keeping a child's social transition secret from parents.
Uthmeier leads 21 states in backing January Littlejohn’s SCOTUS case over parental rights - Watermark Out News
James Uthmeier backs mother who claimed her rights were violated when a local middle school supported her child switching genders.
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The Supreme Court's new term features key cases that put LGBTQ+ rights on the line, including challenges to state bans on transgender girls in sports and the legality of conversion therapy bans.
LGBTQ+ rights on the line: What to watch as Supreme Court’s new term begins - Watermark Out News
The Supreme Court’s new term begins this week with cases on the docket that could have serious consequences for the civil rights of the LGBTQ.
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The global nonprofit Rainbow Railroad is leading the queer humanitarian response, helping people flee persecution in places like Uganda and Russia. Read how you can support the life-saving work.
Rainbow Railroad rescues LGBTQ+ people at risk around the world - Watermark Out News
In a world and at a point where LGBTQ rights are under increasing threat organizations like Rainbow Railroad are delivering life-saving action
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Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and the Orlando City Council proclaimed October as LGBTQ+ History Month, showcasing the city's commitment to recognizing the contributions of the community's leaders and pioneers.
Orlando proclaims October as LGBTQ+ History Month - Watermark Out News
Orlando City Council met at City Hall on Oct. 6 to present the LGBTQ+ History Month proclamation for the month of October.
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LDS Church leaders encouraged members to respond to hate with love and forgiveness after a deadly Michigan attack, delivering the message at the general conference. The event was led by Dallin H. Oaks, the expected successor to the late president.
Mormon church leaders encourage forgiveness after Michigan attack - Watermark Out News
FLDS Leaders encouraged members to confront hate with love and forgiveness, just days after a deadly attack on a congregation in Michigan.
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The documentary Greetings From Queertown: Orlando, which focuses on Central Florida's LGBTQ history and community pioneers, is currently part of the @outonfilm festival.

The film is available to stream through Oct. 13, 2025.Watch the documentary online at shorturl.at/xCel3.
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After Florida DOGE targeted St Pete Pride sponsorship by Pinellas County and St. Petersburg, Equality Florida called it “a pathetic effort to distract" from Governor Ron DeSantis' "corruption, inside dealing and scandals."
Equality Florida responds to DeSantis DOGE list regarding Pride events - Watermark Out News
Equality Florida is firing back at Gov. Ron DeSantis for calling out two local governments that have funded Pride events as examples of “wasteful spending.”
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The Marsha P. Johnson Institute, dedicated to the survival and advocacy of Black trans individuals, has named Chastity Bowick as its new executive director.
Marsha P. Johnson Institute announces new executive director - Watermark Out News
Chastity Bowick has been named the new incoming executive director of the Marsha P. Johnson Institute, a non-profit LGBTQ organization.
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Slovak lawmakers approved constitutional amendments that now only recognize two genders and ban same-sex adoption. Rights groups call the decision a "devastating" attack on LGBTQ+ people.
Slovak lawmakers approve anti-LGBTQ constitutional amendments - Watermark Out News
Lawmakers in Slovakia have amended their constitution to only recognize two genders and prohibit same-sex couples from adopting children.
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The new Supreme Court term opens with major challenges to President Trump's executive power, including cases on tariffs, birthright citizenship, and the right to fire federal officials.
New Supreme Court term confronts justices with Trump's aggressive assertion of presidential power - Watermark Out News
Supreme Court term begins with major tests of presidential power on the agenda along with pivotal cases on voting and LGBTQ rights.
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A new analysis details how President Trump's actions since taking office, including personnel purges and policy shifts, are drawing comparisons to the early stages of power consolidation seen in countries like Venezuela.
Trump's moves to consolidate power, punish enemies draw comparisons to places where democracy faded - Watermark Out News
In 2007, eight years after becoming Venezuela's president, Hugo Chávez revoked the license of the country's oldest private television station.
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The court ruled that removing the book about the same-sex parents was just a choice about what books fit the library, not a violation of free-speech rights.
Judge: Escambia County did not violate First Amendment by removing same-sex penguin book - Watermark Out News
Escambia County did not violate students’ First Amendment rights in keeping from them "And Tango Makes Three," a federal judge has ruled.
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The Fabulous Arts Foundation's 15th Fabulous Independent Film Festival, spotlighting international queer cinema, kicks off today, Oct. 3, and runs through Sunday.
15th Fabulous Independent Film Festival spotlights LGBTQ+ cinema in Sarasota - Watermark Out News
The Fabulous Arts Foundation will hold the 15th annual Fabulous Independent Film Festival Oct. 3-5 at Burns Court Cinema.
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Jacksonville's new "Will Not Be Erased" initiative is raising funds to install murals and sidewalk art in areas like the Historic 5 Points. The campaign is dedicated to creating permanent symbols of pride.
Jacksonville fundraising campaign launched to preserve LGBTQ+ visibility - Watermark Out News
Jacksonville advocates have launched "Will Not Be Erased," a community-driven fundraising campaign in response to the removal of rainbow crosswalks and more.
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St Pete Pride and the Tampa Bay LGBT Chamber will hold their first Pride Connect Oct. 21 at The Hotel Zamora "to build connections, share ideas and celebrate community."
St Pete Pride, Tampa Bay LGBT Chamber to launch LGBTQ+ networking series - Watermark Out News
St Pete Pride and the Tampa Bay LGBT Chamber will launch Pride Connect, a new networking opportunity in Tampa Bay.
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Despite a nationwide decline, Florida still leads the nation in book bans, accounting for 2,304 of the 6,870 bans reported by PEN America. The organization cited "vague laws" and local official pressure for the state's continued high rate.
Schools, parents removed fewer books last year, reports find - Watermark Out News
FL Department of Education & PEN America released the annual list of books banned from school classrooms and libraries citing less removed.
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Emerge America is focused on training Democratic women, helping drive the rise in female state lawmakers, closing the representation gap left by the GOP.
Intense and intentional training is helping Democratic women gain state lawmaking seats - Watermark Out News
Democratic women including LGBTQ+ members, are enrolling in international training to help learn gain skills to gain state law positions.
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Watermark Out News @watermarkoutnews.bsky.social · 6d
Hulu canceled the show despite its popularity with LGBTQ+ people, a decision that sparked remorse among fans across social media platforms.
'Mid-Century Modern' on Hulu canceled after one season - Watermark Out News
After a short run of one season, "Mid-Century Modern" on Hulu has been cancelled and will not be renewing for more seasons.
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The One Orlando Alliance is actively recruiting new board members from marginalized communities, including trans, non-binary people, and people of color. The group is dismantling its current board to restructure for a more cohesive effort against organized opposition.
One Orlando Alliance dismantles board, seeks new leadership to refocus mission - Watermark Out News
One Orlando Alliance is dismantling its board and coalition to restructure a “new breath” of what the organization wants to accomplish.
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