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[…] July 10th. In the interview, D’Lo talks about his current production, a three part series that details his own queer journey and how impactful representation of the Transgender community can be. D’Lo shares: “This is the second piece in a trilogy of plays, first one is my journey with my mother and how queer […]

[…] is happening with people in the building instead of online, so it’s wonderful.”  Lee made history at the Tony Awards this year by becoming the first openly transgender person to be nominated for an acting category. She is also the first openly transgender actor to originate a role in a Pulitzer-winning piece of theatre also Off-Broadway.    […]

[…] who taught me all about memes just texted me this… Ha! pic.twitter.com/ehC5NWV4Gc — Lynda Carter (@RealLyndaCarter) July 7, 2022 Carter has been an outspoken advocate for the transgender community for many years. She has used Twitter as a platform to speak on issues, like the discrimination against transgender people amid the aftermath of the […]

[…] and fun diversions to help you kick off the weekend. 1.) Stay on Board: The Leo Baker Story has been released on Netflix! Executive produced by GLAAD’s Director of Transgender Representation Alex Schmider, the documentary chronicles competitive skating icon Leo Baker’s lead-up to the 2020 Olympics while he attempts to make space for himself as a trans […]

[…] lesbian in the city. What the blog has become known for is Kerr’s tireless In Memoriam section. The In Memoriam section pays tribute to those in the transgender, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming communities who have lost their lives to violence. Kerr chronicles these deaths by year, spanning back to 2013, almost a decade ago. […]

[…] reach their target audience with stories and messages that resonate and engage the media with the issues impacting the LGBTQ community today. Suicide prevention, healthcare, elders, and transgender representation were key topics discussed by participants in the training, among several others. These topics are important to speak on because inauthentic representation and lack of […]

[…] and none currently, is also true. The AP reported on this phenomenon, reporting: “Legislators in more than 20 states have introduced bills this year that would ban transgender girls from competing on girls’ sports teams in public high schools. Yet in almost every case, sponsors cannot cite a single instance in their own state […]

[…] ensures an inclusive environment for all. Since coming out in 1985, Richard has been an outspoken champion for LGBTQ issues including nondiscrimination protections, same-sex partner benefits and transgender inclusion. Most recently, he pioneered work on transgender benefits across the globe and sponsored Accenture’s position on LGBTQ-inclusive legislation.  As the former VP of Global Culture […]