Posts Tagged ‘LGBTQ’
Janet Mock Breaks Through the Isolation for Transgender Women of Color
Janet Mock has challenged us all to question our perceptions of challenges facing transgender girls and women of color.
Read MoreTransgendered Student Denied Equal Treatment
Jayce, a Black trans man attending George Fox University is not allowed a room in the men’s dorms.
Read MoreWhy Michael Sam’s Coming Out is Crucial for Black Gay Men
College footballer Michael Sam serves as an idol for other Black gay men, many who have struggled as they hid their identities.
Read MoreRobin Roberts Broadcasts Her Sexuality
Morning show host Robin Roberts has come out and publicly acknowledged her long-time girlfriend on social media.
Read MoreNew Statistics on African-American’s That Identify As LGBT
Recent research shows that members of the Black LGBTQ+ community face inequalities beyond that of white LGBTQ+ members.
Read MoreJoining Together in Justice
In this opinion pieces, Charles Blow details the similarities between the fights for racial and sexual equality–and those who oppose both.
Read MoreJason Collins Says ‘I’m Gay’ in the NBA: Why This Is Huge
The magnitude of NBA player Jason Collins’ coming out today cannot be overestimated. He breaks a barrier that we’ve been waiting for someone to plunge through: a major league sports player saying “I’m gay” while still playing and at the height of his career. “I’m a 34-year-old center. I’m black. And I’m gay.” said Collins.
Read MoreHistoric photos of African-American gay men unearthed
Some rarely seen vintage photos of Black gay men have been found, providing a glimpse into the community.
Read MoreNAACP backs same-sex marriage as civil right
The NAACP officially recognizes same-sex marriage as a civil right, following President Obama’s announcement of support.
Read MoreObama Backs Same-Sex Marriage
President Obama backs a bill that would protect same-sex marriage in all US states, making him the first president to support it.
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