Social Media Hate Speech, Harassment 'Significant Problem' For LGBTQ Users: Report

The top social media sites — Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and Twitter — are all "effectively unsafe for LGBTQ users," according to a new report by GLAAD.

"Of special concern, the prevalence and intensity of hate speech and harassment stands out as the most significant problem in urgent need of improvement," the organization focused on ending discrimination against LGBTQ people said in its inaugural social media index report.

Sixty-four percent of LGBTQ social media users reported experiencing harassment and hate speech a much higher rate than all other identity groups....