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Women make a historic first for U.S. currency
President Biden's plan to nominate Marilynn Malerba treasurer of the United States will make her the first Native American to hold the post.
Title IX: Protecting equality in the U.S. for 50 years
What is Title IX and how does it apply to sectors beyond education and sports in the United States? Learn more here.
Honoring Pride worldwide [photo gallery]
Today's Pride events celebrate diversity and emphasize the LGBTQI+ community's desire for equal rights and justice.
How cities across the U.S. observe Juneteenth [photo gallery]
Learn how the Juneteenth holiday began and how it honors past generations of African Americans while looking ahead to the future.
LGBTQI+ people: Making history throughout history
June is Pride Month. Meet some of the amazing members of the LGBTQI+ community who made history in their fields.
What does the ‘+’ mean in LGBTQI+?
People use a variety of terms to identify their gender or sexual orientation. The term LGBTQI+ reflects that diversity.
Strengthening democracies across the Americas
Leaders will discuss democratic governance and open government at this year's Summit of the Americas in Los Angeles.
Why is the International Religious Freedom Report important?
This annual report offers a comprehensive review of the status of religious freedom in nearly 200 countries and territories.
With liberty and justice for all: The advancement of LGBTQI+ rights...
Safeguarding the rights of LGBTQI+ people in the U.S. is part of a tradition of ensuring minority rights that is entwined with U.S. history.