Read the incredible stories of LGBTQ+ leaders advancing equality across the U.S. and globe, as well as the recent work of Victory Institute.
New Data Analysis: LGBTQ Women Win Elections at Higher Rates
LGBTQ women running for office win their elections at a significantly higher rate than LGBTQ men, according to a…
Study on LGBTI political participation finds growth in visibility and success of LGBTI candidates in Peru
LGBTI candidates and issues are experiencing an increase in visibility, according to findings presented Wednesday.At the 22nd International Book…
Victory Institute applauds defeat of Affordable Care Act repeal
Victory Institute President & CEO Aisha C. Moodie-Mills released the following statement in response to the failed Senate efforts…
LGBTQ officials respond to Trump’s tweets about transgender military service
On the heels of President Trump's announcement banning transgender troops from serving, LGBTQ leaders sprang into action on Wednesday,…
LGBTQI activists in South Africa call for repeal of exemptions to performing same-sex marriages
LGBTQI rights activists are pushing South Africa's Home Affairs Minister Hlengiwe Mkhize to call for an amendment to repeal…
Study examines why women are less likely to run for office
Above: Rep. Park Cannon is one of the youngest state lawmakers in Georgia history.A recent study by POLITICO, American…
Future LGBTIQ candidates meet political party officials in India
Earlier this month, participants from Victory Institute and Solidarity Foundation’s LGBTIQ Political Leadership Academy organized a Civil Society Forum…
Congressional LGBT Caucus denounces amendment to end trans medical care in military
UPDATE 07/13/17 at 6:00 p.m. EST: The anti-transgender amendment was defeated in a 214-209 vote. The Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus…
Victory Congressional Fellow becomes only openly trans person working on Capitol Hill
Brandon Studler, the 2017-18 David Bohnett Victory Congressional Fellow, began his yearlong fellowship on Capitol Hill today. Brandon is…
Germany becomes 23rd country to allow same-sex marriage
On June 29, the German Parliament voted to legalize same-sex marriage. Previously, Germany was the largest country in Western Europe…
Victory Institute names Brandon Studler as Victory Congressional Fellow
Victory Institute has named Brandon Studler the 2017-18 David Bohnett Victory Congressional Fellow.This competitive fellowship brings one outstanding young…
Victory Institute showcases campaign training in Ottawa
Earlier this month, Victory Institute’s Director of Domestic Programs, Sheila E. Isong attended The Canadian Centre for Gender +…
