Author: By Topher WIlliams

Topher Williams The Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) was passed by the U.S. Senate a few weeks ago with the goal of making the internet a safer place for children. Although well-intentioned, implementing this act poses major concerns to LGBTQ+ youth. The language is vague and risks limiting access to crucial support and resources LGBTQ+…

Topher Williams Growing up in Colorado as a queer person was challenging and I often relied on access to communities online where I could safely be myself. Colorado’s Senate Bill 158 (SB-158) aims to protect Colorado’s youth, but in practice will prevent LGBTQ+ youth from accessing essential and often lifesaving information and resources. The stated…

Topher Williams Growing up in Colorado as a queer person was challenging and I often relied on access to communities online where I could safely be myself. Colorado’s Senate Bill 158 (SB-158) aims to protect Colorado’s youth, but in practice will prevent LGBTQ+ youth from accessing essential and often lifesaving information and resources. The stated…