Search Algorithms Continue to Preference Harmful Anti-LGBTQ+ Conversion Therapy Material and Providers, Especially in Non-English Languages. This report contains offensive and potentially triggering language, specifically in reference to anti-LGBTQ+ practices related to “conversion therapy,” which have in common the belief that a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity can and should be changed. The authors chose to include offensive quotes in the report to illustrate the dangers of this practice and to show how the search engines elevate harmful disinformation. Additionally, it shows how these groups and individuals violate social media and other technology companies’ terms of service and community standards.
