In a polarised society, the meaning of gender is in flux. People want to be liberated from outdated norms – but many hold on to the gender binary as a source of stability in an uncertain world. How can brands navigate the changing gender landscape without leaning on stereotypes?

The past decade has seen political polarisation – accelerated by social media’s filter bubbles and echo chambers – deepen and mutate. An ominous era of a polycrisis has shattered any remaining societal consensus. Meanwhile, powerful anti-establishment voices have stepped into the void.

Former American professional basketball player and father of a transgender daughter, Dwayne Wade, has launched Translatable, an online community dedicated to supporting transgender youth. The platform signals the need for a greater understanding of transgender experiences, particularly among adults.

Launched in time for Transgender Awareness Week, White Ribbon's 'Short Life Stories' campaign aims to highlight the plight of many transgender people who are victims of transphobia. The campaign is a PSA to help spotlight the discrimination still felt by many people in the trans community.

As streaming has become a cultural force in households across the US, people are seeking out services and content that speak to their lived experiences. With a focus on LGBTQ+ programming, WOW Presents Plus is offering just that for a community that has been historically underrepresented.

From children’s cartoons to period dramas, queer storylines are featuring more prominently in mainstream film and TV – challenging long-held assumptions of heternormativity across culture. What is the next frontier when it comes to accurate and nuanced portrayals of LGBTQIA+ identities on screen?