Katie Couric was among the millions of Americans who went purple on ‘Spirit Day’ in support of LGBT youth
Letter From GLAAD President Jarrett T. Barrios
GLAAD President Jarrett Barrios writes about the tremendous victories celebrated by the LGBT community in 2010, and describes some of the challenges that lie ahead in 2011. Read More…
Millions Go Purple in Support of LGBT Youth
This year, the LGBT community and its allies suffered the tremendous loss of several young people who died by suicide. While all students have a difficult time adjusting to the pressures of school and adolescence, LGBT and perceived-LGBT youth face disproportionate rates of bullying. To help combat anti-gay bullying in the classroom and send a clear message to LGBT youth that it’s okay to be who you are, GLAAD worked to raise national visibility around the first-ever “Spirit Day,” helping millions of people ‘go purple’ in support of LGBT youth. Read More…
Building LGBT-Inclusive Companies from the Inside, Out
In 29 states, it is legal for employees to be fired because of their sexual orientation, and in 38 states, it is legal to terminate employees based on gender identity. While countless LGBT professionals continue to live in fear of losing their jobs just for being who they are, GLAAD is working to promote LGBT-inclusive employment protections in the media and inside companies across America. Read More…
Membership Corner
Membership Spotlight: For years, Steve Harris has been active within the LGBT community. After creating and launching Bear’s Life Magazine, Steve realized the importance of sharing our stories with America and joined GLAAD as a member. Read more…
Corporate Partner: RÖKK Vodka
This year, GLAAD bridged a new partnership with RÖKK Vodka to help fund our work to amplify LGBT voices. In 2011, that partnership will continue to grow as GLAAD welcomes RÖKK Vodka as its Presenting Partner for the GLAAD Media Awards series. Read more…
Exclusive Interview: Jill Zarin
In November, GLAAD presented its ninth annual OUTAuction, an evening that celebrates and recognizes established and emerging artists. Jill Zarin, star of Bravo’s hit series “The Real Housewives of New York City,” hosted the event where she spoke to guests and mainstream media about total equality. Read More…
Programmatic Work
- Media Field Strategy: “Bringing Stories of LGBT People to Local/Regional Media”
- Entertainment Media: “Ensuring Fair & Accurate LGBT Images Across Entertainment Platforms”
- Religion, Faith & Values: “Mobilizing Faith Communities to Speak Out in Favor of Equality”
- National News Media: “Working to Amplify LGBT Voices in News Outlets Across the Country”
- Digital Initiatives: “Raising LGBT Visibility in Online and Social Media”
- Spanish-Language Media: “Increasing the Number and Quality of Latino/a Voices in the Media”