Media & Awards

Finding joy while doing the work

While studying in New Hampshire, Rebekah continues to speak up for her community. In January 2026, she collaborated with the ACLU outside the Supreme Court. She believes in finding and protecting trans joy in the face of hate and harm.


Award-winning impact

  • Points of Light Foundation ‘Inspiration Spotlight’ October 2023
    Honored at The George H.W. Bush Points of Light Awards for driving impact through daily acts and volunteer work.

  • GLAAD x Teen Vogue’s 20 under 20 October 2023
    Awarded to youth who are accelerating acceptance of LGBTQ people while shaping the future of media and activism.

  • The Advocate’s 30 under 30
    August 2023
    Honored for ongoing advocacy for transgender youth to have access to safe schools, homes, and communities

Rebekah’s work earned honors in a number of ways through the years. Here’s a look at some of those awards:

  • Insider NJ’s Out 100: LGBT Power List
    July 2023
    Only teenager recognized on this list of the most influential LGBTQ+ advocates in New Jersey politics.

  • Ms. Foundation’s Women of Vision Award
    May 2023
    The Peggy Charren ‘Free to Be You & Me’ award honors activists enacting change, leading the way for future generations

  • GLAAD Media Awards & Shorty Impact Awards
    Meet the Girl Who Lawmakers Want to Ban from Playing Sports (Shorty Impact 2022)
    LogoTV: Trans Youth Town Hall (GLAAD Media 2023)
    Becoming Who We Are: Real Stories About Growing Up Trans (GLAAD Media 2025)

Rebekah in the media

SELF Magazine

How Playing Sports Changed This Trans Kid’s Life | Let Them Play

The View

The View honors the efforts of trans youth activist Rebekah Bruesehoff

Parents

Why This 14-Year-Old LGBTQ Advocate Was Dubbed a Marvel Superhero

Time | Nickelodeon

Rebekah was recognized as a finalist for Time’s Kid of the Year on Nickelodeon

Good Morning America

Transgender student shares perspective on youth sports

British Vogue

We Won’t Be Erased | members of the trans and nonbinary communities share their stories

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