We’re excited to announce that we’ve joined forces with Viacom – home to global media brands including MTV, VH1, BET, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, Logo and more – as the lead media partner for the Born This Way Foundation.  We’ll be putting our heads together with Viacom’s creative minds to develop events, programming and other opportunities that empower young people to build a braver, kinder world. 

“Viacom and its brands recognize the power of individuality and reflect the bravery of young people,” says our Co-Founder & President Cynthia Germanotta. “We’re excited to collaborate with Viacom on creative ways to let young people know that they hold the power to build a kinder, more compassionate world.”

“Our brands are built to amplify our audiences, and empower them to embrace diversity, be the change, and shape culture in a positive way,” says Philippe Dauman, President and CEO of Viacom. “Viacom is proud to stand with Lady Gaga and the Born This Way Foundation, and lend our global megaphone for young people to speak out in support of acceptance, tolerance and respect.”

Read more about it here http://blog.viacom.com/ on Viacom’s blog and stay tuned for more good news to come!

Hey you guys, we need you to make your voice heard! If you identify as LGBTQ and are between the ages of 13-18, please take a few minutes to complete this online survey and share your experiences, concerns, and hopes for the future. This survey is completely anonymous and will help the Human Rights Campaign advocate for and represent your generation in its political and educational work. We need to hear from you!

Building a braver and kinder world in action: American University’s outgoing Student Government President Sarah McBride wrote a beautiful op-ed in AU’s newspaper, The Eagle, about her struggles with gender identity and coming out as transgender. Please read it, and share it with your family and friends. 

Chaz Bono wins for the OWN documentary that chronicled his gender transition, and “The Hunger Games’” Josh Hutcherson picks up the Vanguard Award for his work with the anti-bullying campaign Straight But Not Narrow. 

Other honorees included the movie “Beginners” and the TV show ”Modern Family,” among others.