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LGBTQ representation on television hits record high, according to GLAAD’s Where We Are on TV report | November 3, 2016

New York – GLAAD, the world’s LGBTQ media advocacy organization, today released its annual Where We Are on TV report. Where We Are on TV analyzes the overall diversity of primetime scripted series regulars on broadcast networks and assesses the number of LGBTQ characters on cable networks and streaming services for the 2016-2017 TV season. This marks the 21st year that GLAAD has tracked the presence of LGBTQ characters on television.

GLAAD releases tenth edition of Media Reference Guide, industry standard for reporting on LGBTQ people and issues | October 26, 2016

NEW YORK, NY - GLAAD, the world’s leading LGBTQ media advocacy organization, today released the tenth edition of its Media Reference Guide, the industry standard style guide for reporting on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people and the issues that affect their lives.

GLAAD National Board of Directors appoints Pamela Stewart as new co-chair, announces new members Ariadne Getty, Nicole Eisenberg | October 24, 2016

New York, NY —GLAAD, the world’s LGBTQ media advocacy organization today announced that The Coca-Cola Company executive Pamela Stewart has been appointed to co-chair of GLAAD’s National Board of Directors, serving alongside author and advocate Jennifer Finney Boylan. Additionally, President and Executive Director of the Ariadne Getty Foundation, Ariadne Getty and philanthropist Nicole Eisenberg will join the organization’s National Board of Directors.

GLAAD leads millions in united stand against bullying for Spirit Day | October 20, 2016

New York – GLAAD, the world's LGBTQ media advocacy organization, today showcased the participants for Spirit Day 2016. Each year, GLAAD leads celebrities, media outlets, brands, landmarks, sports leagues, faith groups, school districts, universities, and everyday individuals to go purple in a united stand against bullying and to show their support for LGBTQ youth.

GLAAD to honor Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed | October 17, 2016

New York, NY – GLAAD, the world’s LGBTQ media advocacy organization, today announced that Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed will be honored at GLAAD Atlanta on October 26. GLAAD Atlanta is a celebration of national and local leaders accelerating LGBTQ acceptance and will be hosted by local radio personality Melissa Carter with a special performance by Grammy award-nominated and Dove Award-winning country artist Ty Herndon.