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By preserving and protecting LGBTQ-themed films, Berkeley’s Jenni Olson props open a window for the queer community, giving people the opportunity to see their stories reflected on big and little screens. There’s power and unity in creating a haven and a huge need for it, particularly for people who are trans and being targeted, Olson says. “Trans people are under attack in the country right now in ways that are just unbelievable, and should not be experiencing this,” she says. “Like leave us alone (and) go deal with…

Katelyn could hardly believe it. Harry Styles’ percussionist, Pauli Lovejoy, picked up the nonbinary pride flag their friend had tossed onstage and began dancing and waving it while Styles sang. It was October of last year, and Styles was performing in Nashville. Katelyn, a nonbinary fan who asked to go by their first name because they have not yet come out to certain family members, screamed with joy at the top of their lungs.“It just made me feel so safe and validated and loved for being who I am,” said Katelyn, 19, who…

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Gender nonconforming youth are often subject to bullying and harassment, but the negative effects of this experience are not well understood. Previous studies have found that gender-nonconforming youth are at heightened risk of depression, social withdrawal and avoidance behavior compared to gender-conforming youth. The association between gender nonconformity and psychological distress has…