We should be learning from those that have laid the very groundwork for fighting for civil liberties. We also should be cognizant of the fact that many of those pioneers were, in fact, fighting for LGBTQ rights at the same time they were fighting for civil rights. This Ted Talk shows how the Gay Rights … Continue reading Gay Rights Movement vs. Civil Rights Movement
LGBTQ Life Around The World
We often forget what it is to be LGBTQ in other parts of the world. It is their stories that should also drive us forward in our fights for rights, our gains can influence others, in turn. What examples will we leave for others to follow. https://embed.ted.com/talks/jenni_chang_and_lisa_dazols_this_is_what_lgbt_life_is_like_around_the_world
The Importance of Gender Neutral Bathrooms
This is a very important video that speaks on so many levels for today's society. It is about 12 minutes, but please take those few moments to listen to the message. https://embed.ted.com/talks/ivan_coyote_why_we_need_gender_neutral_bathrooms
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***As an addendum to this post, it needs a little clarification so that you may understand the scope of what is being said. The funds that are being redistributed are labeled as "unused" or "left over" funds. These are funds that are not allocated for any treatment program, currently. This was as of fiscal year 2016. … Continue reading Hey quick, look over there…
Cuyahoga County Nondiscrimination Ordinance
Never has it been more important to make your voting voice be heard than with this administration. Every vote matters and can make vast differences in how the future of our country unfolds. If you aren't registered to vote, then you need to get registered. It is a simple process online that you don't even … Continue reading Cuyahoga County Nondiscrimination Ordinance
LGBTQ History and the Holocaust
I have found, personally, that when discussing the history of LGBTQ rights that it can lead to very different conversations. Some feel that the past is best kept there and focusing on current issues are more important. Others feel that we should use our past struggle as a guidepost for how to meet the challenges … Continue reading LGBTQ History and the Holocaust
Our Transgender Community: Colby’s Story
Often overlooked in our LGBTQ community is the Transgender community. In this administration where much of the legislation being changed, seems to have a direct correlations to Transgender rights, I feel it is important to be able to share some of their stories. It is time for us all to set our differences and beliefs … Continue reading Our Transgender Community: Colby’s Story
Our Transgender Community: *Retraction*
The series I started on my blog for sharing stories of Cleveland's Transgender community was designed so that their voices, experiences, and words could be shared with others in hopes of helping others understand. I wanted all to be heard regardless of what they said and it be unfiltered. Meaning I wouldn't change word choice … Continue reading Our Transgender Community: *Retraction*
Our Transgender Community: #Calltoarms
It seems appropriate that, while discussing our Transgender community, we discuss the rights that LGBTQ have or do not have here in Cleveland. It is important to understand them in context to where we are and what we should be thinking about for the future. The current administration has shown us that they do not … Continue reading Our Transgender Community: #Calltoarms
Our Transgender Community: Transgender Teens
Often overlooked in our LGBTQ community is the Transgender community. In this administration where much of the legislation being changed, seems to have a direct correlations to Transgender rights, I feel it is important to be able to share some of their stories. It is time for us all to set our differences and beliefs … Continue reading Our Transgender Community: Transgender Teens
Gay in the CLE 