There is over a decade of scientific research demonstrating that the outcomes for children of same gender-parents[^1] are just like those for children of mother-father parents.[^2] In some instances, children of same-gender parents may even fare better.[^3] The collective research does not…
Conversion therapy refers to a range of practices that attempt to change or suppress an individual’s sexual orientation or gender identity.[^1] These practices can take many forms, including talk therapy, behavioral interventions, or religious counseling, but generally aim to discourage…
Today, the Woodhull Freedom Foundation announced the next installment of its virtual series, “Fact Checked by Woodhull,” centered on its groundbreaking work debunking myths about sexual freedom. This month’s program will focus on common myths about the transgender and gender…
In the US, there are currently 27 states that ban transgender athletes from participating in school sports in the gender that they identify with. These bans are currently being challenged in two Supreme Court cases.[^1] At the international level, we…
What is authenticity? Authenticity, or being one’s true self, refers to the extent to which individuals live in alignment with their values, beliefs, and identity.[^1] The ability to live authentically, without fear, harm, or stigma, is important for the well-being…
Everyone seems to have a strong opinion about sex work, and those opinions are frequently based on lies about the oldest profession in the world. Fact Checked by Woodhull checked the facts about the most common myths impacting sex worker…
In recent years, lawmakers have pushed a wave of policies banning LGBQ+* materials and discussion, falsely claiming that children are safer if they never see or hear about queer people. This has led to state policies prohibiting the mention of…
Gender affirming care (GAC) includes medical, psychological, and social supports that help people live in alignment with their gender identity. As of 2025, more than 20 states have passed laws restricting or banning this care, often under the claim of…
Anti-discrimination laws that include sexual orientation and gender identity help protect LGBTQ+ people against inequality and discrimination they may face due to their identity, just as they protect all people from unequal treatment motivated by unlawful bias. LGBTQ+ people face…
What, exactly, is gender-affirming care? Gender-affirming care refers to a number of social, psychological, behavioral, or medical interventions to support an individual’s gender identity.[^1] Examples of gender-affirming care include gender-affirming surgery, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), name changes, hair removal, voice…