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Vice president Kamala Harris backs Africa’s LGBTQ+ community in Ghana: ‘It’s a human rights issue’

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US Vice President Kamala Harris has spoken out in support of LGBTQ+ people in Africa, following the introduction of a devastating new law in Uganda that bans queer identities entirely. The 49th vice president of the US made her stance clear on Monday (27 March) during a press conference in Ghana.  Standing alongside Ghana’s president, Nana Akufo-Addo, Harris said she felt “very strongly” about supporting the development of LGBTQ+ rights in Africa. “I will also say that this is an issue that we consider and I consider to be a human rights issue and that will not change,” she continued. […]

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Queer Ukrainian soldier calls for same-sex marriage to be legalised: ‘We can die any day’

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A queer Ukrainian solider has called for same-sex marriage to be legalised in the country as LGBTQ+ soldiers “could die tomorrow” and their partners would have no legal rights in an “unfair” system.  Anna “Kajhan” Zyablikova, who is serving in the 47th Brigade of Ukraine’s armed forces, said same-sex marriage should be legalised to allow LGBTQ+ couples the same legal rights heterosexual couples are afforded.  This would include the right to make the decision of whether to keep their partner on life support.  The 30-year-old told the i paper: “We have no legal rights to do that and in the case […]

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One Love Diversity Fair Happens April 5th from 11am – 2pm at the Santa Rosa Campus

Save the date for the Spring 2023 One Love Diversity Fair to be held on April 5th from 11am – 2pm at the Santa Rosa Campus. Join us in the quad to celebrate all that makes SRJC the epicenter of community and inclusion. This event is committed to recognizing and promoting awareness and appreciation for the value of diversity at Santa Rosa Junior College and in our community. This year’s focus will be on building community and connecting students and staff to health and wellness/mental health resources. The event will also include a community art project, DIY craft tables, music, food, and much more! This […]

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Legislators, Capitol community to celebrate Trans visibility week

On Monday, March 27, California legislators, Capitol staff, and community advocates will join trans+ community members to celebrate Transgender Week of Visibility, a series of celebrations leading up to International Transgender Day of Visibility on March 31.  Legislators will wear buttons declaring “trans people belong” and spread their message of solidarity and inclusion for trans+ Californians across social media channels. The message will be echoed by leaders in the executive branch, labor, and advocacy organizations who are working to create a more just world for transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming people.  “Across the country and even right here in California, […]

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Drag March LA coming to WeHo on Easter Sunday

The Los Angeles LGBT Center will host Drag March LA on Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023. The event for all ages and aims to mobilize against the oppressive anti-LGBTQ+ tidal wave that is currently sweeping through America. The march will start at West Hollywood City Hall, located at 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, at the corner of Santa Monica Boulevard and Sweetzer Avenue and end at the LGBT Rainbow District. There are already over 400 pieces of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation on the books—unsurprisingly, most of them target transgender people and drag performances too. “Drag has always been political and gender has always […]

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Biden ally to take on school culture wars as White House weighs broader response

 A top White House ally plans to paint Republicans’ focus on issues around race, gender and sexual identity as part of a GOP strategy to undermine public education as White House officials debate how forcefully to engage in the so-called culture wars dominating the right. In remarks prepared for the National Press Club on Tuesday, American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten is expected to say state and local laws that ban certain types of books or restrict what can be taught in the classroom are “fueling hostility and fear” and aren’t serving students, parents or teachers, according to an advance copy of her […]

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New Mexico Gov Signs Statewide LGBTQ Protections

Legislation signed into law Friday will expand protections under the New Mexico Human Rights Act and remove the requirement that name changes be published in a newspaper. Supporters of the two bills say they will strengthen LGBTQ rights by updating requirements that prohibit discrimination against protected classes and allowing people to more easily change their name to match their gender identity. Marshall Martinez, executive director of Equality New Mexico, an advocacy group, said the legislation comes as the transgender community is targeted by hundreds of bills in other states. Just this week, Arkansas approved a bill restricting bathroom access at […]

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Trans Day of Visibility Open Mic Happens at Marin’s Spahr Center Friday

The Spahr Center celebrates and uplifts our transgender loved ones, siblings, and neighbors every day and all year long. On Friday, we join the global festivities in recognition of Transgender Day of Visibility. In partnership with the Mill Valley Library, we are hosting an open mic night with special guest, author Lio Min, for an evening of trans excellence.  This event is free. RSVP is required to attend.We would love to hear your spoken word, music, short story, or comedy. Sign up below to perform. RSVP Today

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At least 15 US states considering cruel Don’t Say Gay bills to stop LGBTQ+ school discussions

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Following in the footsteps of Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill, more states in the US are seeking to restrict LGBTQ+ discussions in schools. In at least 15 states, new laws aiming to stifle LGBTQ+ discussions in school are being considered. Data compiled by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) also found that some places are set to go even further than Florida with restrictions. A new bill in Oregon would stop any sort of discussion on sexual identity in schools from kindergarten to the third grade without parental consent.  An Iowa bill that recently passed through the state House would stop discussions about gender […]

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Queer Families and All Caregivers Can Help Shape the Future of Home Visiting Services in Sonoma County

North Bay LGBTQI Families is supporting First 5 in outreaching to families and/or caregivers in Sonoma County to seek input regarding how to shape home visiting services to best serve children and families. Voices from the community are critical for creating an integrated, equitable, coordinated system of support through home visiting. First 5 is inviting parents/family members in our community to participate in this process by completing a survey, attending a focus group, and/or engaging in an interview, where they will have the opportunity to share their parenting experiences and offer ideas and suggestions about how to best serve families in Sonoma County. You can sign […]

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