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05/06/2010

Nate Phelps

Update:
Today Advocate Magazine posted an article regarding anti-gay crusader Fred Phelps' "civil rights" past. Many are re-posting this on Facebook.

This is irresponsible journalism on the part of the Advocate Magazine. It's not new information, it's not researched, and it's not news.

Please read son Nate's views about about Fred's activism:
"Early on in his legal career he discovered an untapped gold mine in the Civil Rights Act of 1964."

The entire speech is long, painful, and a recommended read.

A unique perspective of the Fred Phelps/Westboro Baptist Church phenomenon, and a place to connect to Nate Phelps.

05/06/2010

Campus Pride: Le***an, Gay, Bis*xual, Transgender and Ally Student Leaders

Campus Pride organizes the only Summer Leadership Camp for LGBT and Ally college students. The five-day camp experience works to develop stronger undergraduate student leaders and safer, more LGBT-friendly colleges and universities. This year's camp is Tuesday, July 20 to Sunday, July 25, 2010.

The mission of the Campus Pride Summer Leadership Camp is to build leadership capacity among LGBT and Ally undergraduate college student leaders and to create safer and more inclusive campus communities in the United States.

05/06/2010

Welcome to QAMP!

Summer Fun!
This year’s QAMP! is July 25-31, 2010.

QAMP! offers gay, le***an, bis*xual, transgender or questioning youth ages 13-21 and their siblings a week-long, traditional summer camp experience in Willow River, MN. QAMP! is acredited byt he ACA and open to youth nationwide.

05/04/2010

Lynn Redgrave, actor and UCC member, dies at 67

The United Church of Christ (headquartered here in Cleveland) has posted a tribute to Lynn Redgrave who was a member of a UCC Church in Kent, Conn. Included is video of Redgrave's 2007 talk of her "journey through cancerland."
While visiting the UCC website, you may want to check out the God is still speaking, program.

Lynn Redgrave, renowned actor and a member of First Congregational UCC in Kent, Conn., died May 2 after a seven-year journey with breast cancer. She was 67.

05/04/2010

Jennifer Knapp Comes Out | Music | Christianity Today

Speaking of women with guitars, if you missed Jennifer Knapp's coming out, be sure to read her interview in Christianity Today.

Christianity Today continues as a leader in providing informative editorial on current events, news from a Christian perspective, Christian doctrine, issues and trends.

05/03/2010

Anti-bullying bill passes in final hours of Ga. legislative session

Education News:

The GA Voice - Atlanta gay, le***an, bis*xual and transgender news and entertainment.

04/30/2010

Gay swans set up nest at world's only swannery in Dorset

Gay swans set up nest at world's only swannery in Dorset

Two male swans have ruffled feathers at the world's only swannery in Dorset after they set up a love nest together.

04/30/2010

moment of silence

Education News:
East Tennessee Gay-Straight Alliances sponsored Breaking the Silence 2010 at the World’s Fair Park Amphitheater – check out the photos. Unfortunately, they are not organized in a gallery, use the right arrow in the photostream to see more images.

Part of the "Breaking the Silence 2010" event at World's Fair Park on April 16, supporting GLBT youth from local high schools.

04/29/2010

Obama's directive is not a cure-all

Ohio News:
The Columbus Dispatch's coverage of President Obama's directive.

Dispatch Politics - The Columbus Dispatch's national and local politics portal

04/29/2010

Jackson Free Press: Jackson, Mississippi - Noise - School Cuts Gay Student Photo from Yearbook

Education News:

News, arts, events and music coverage for Jackson, Mississippi

04/28/2010

Four St. George high schools allow gay clubs - Salt Lake Tribune

Education News:
Courageous students. Nice article.

With a little nudge from the American Civil Liberties Union, four St. George high schools have approved Gay-Straight Alliance clubs for the first time.

04/28/2010

Former Duke Republicans Chair Leaves Party | Politics | Advocate.com

Higher-Ed News:
Duke student forced out of leadership position because of orientation.

Justin Robinette says he was impeached as chairman of Duke University's College Republicans because he is gay — a claim school officials and the Log Cabin Republicans say is unsubstantiated.

04/28/2010

toledoblade.com -- The Blade ~ Toledo Ohio

Ohio News:
Toledo church leaves denomination following the national decision in August to be more welcoming to homos*xuals

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04/27/2010

National Youth Advocacy Coalition: NYAC Launches Search for New Board Members

Opportunity:
The National Youth Advocacy Coalition (NYAC) has launched a search for new board members. The current board is comprised of 8 members through out the country. The search will take place from now until May 31st.

04/27/2010

Amplify: About the Campaign

Opportunity:
Seeking passionate youth activists ages 15-24 to fill vacancies for the
Ohio Advocates Youth Leadership Council to improve current s*x
education policies and programs in Ohio. Council members receive a stipiend of $100/month -- plus, they're part
of one of the most exciting, dynamic initiatives in Ohio.

Amplify

04/27/2010

Out To Protect Incorporated

Higher-Ed News:
A $500 scholarship will be awarded this June for an LGBT or straight ally role model currently enrolled in a basic law enforcement training program.

We offer a Law Enforcement Scholarship for individuals who identify as gay, le***an, bi-s*xual, transgender, or a straight ally and who are pursuing a career in law enforcement by putting themselves through a basic training program. ...

04/26/2010

Le***an and gay advocates visit Malone University campus - Canton, OH - CantonRep.com

Higher-Ed News:

CantonRep.com - On Friday, Soulforce, a nonproft organization, visited the Malone University campus to promote safe education for its community. Supporters advocate for le***an, gay, bis*xual, transgender and q***r (LGBTQ) community and — in this case — students.

04/26/2010

GLBTQ Online High School | Home GLBTQ OHS

Education Feature:

GLBTQ Online High School is the world's first online high school being created specifically for gay, le***an, bis*xual, transgender youth, or those questioning their s*xuality.

04/26/2010

Illinois House Approves Gay, Trans-Inclusive Anti-Bullying Bill | On Top Magazine :: Gay & Le***an N

Education News:

On Friday, Illinois House members joined Senators in approving an anti-bullying bill that includes s*xual orientation and gender identity

04/26/2010

Birmingham city schools ban gay bullying | al.com

Education News:

The Birmingham Board of Education is one of the first school boards in the state to adopt an anti-harassment policy that specifically prohibits bullying on the basis of s*xual orientation.

04/23/2010

Muggs: The Cleveland GBLT Bar - Home

Local Event:
Muggs Bar is closing (business is for sale). Last day of business will be April 30. Closing party on the final day sponsored by COLORS. Check the COLORS page for event info.

Muggs: We're more than Family! We're the friendliest GBLT bar in Cleveland, Ohio!

04/23/2010

Blazing River Freedom Band - Home

Local Event: Blazing River Freedom Band
Spring Celebration
April 28, 2010
@ 8 PM
Franklin Circle Christian Church

Open to all wind, brass, percussion, and string players! We are a diverse group of musicians who gather to develop our musicianship skills and perform for LGBT and other events. Members have a wide range of skills and talents including those who hadn't played for years! Our mission is dedicated to t...

04/22/2010

3 Jackson County teens charged with attempted murder, kidnapping - Crime - Kentucky.com

Three Kentucky girls charged with attempting to kill a classmate. Motivation may have been the Day of Silence.

Police have arrested three teenagers, including a juvenile, on charges of kidnapping and attempted murder after a Jackson County High School student told authorities that the girls kidnapped and tried to kill her.

04/22/2010

VIDEO: Silent protest tonight at Miami University after alleged gay hate crime | San Diego Gay & Les

Miami University of Ohio - Silent Protest Tonight

OXFORD, Ohio -- A silent protest is scheduled tonight at Miami University, after allegations of a gay hate crime are reported.

04/22/2010

Making hospitals do the right thing in the equitable treatment of gay and le***an couples: Connie Sc

Hopefully, by now, you know about President Obama's order requiring hospitals to allow visitation by partners. Here's Connie Schultz's article from the Plain Dealer:

Read columns by Plain Dealer and Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Connie Schultz

04/21/2010

The night I ditched my gay prom date - Broadsheet - Salon.com

The night I ditched my gay prom date

Will the Mississippi teens who shut out a le***an from their

04/20/2010

Dan Choi, Other Gay Rights Protesters Arrested After Chaining Selves to White House Fence - Politica

Dan Choi, Other Gay Rights Protesters Arrested After Chaining Selves to White House Fence - Politica

Lt. Dan Choi and Five Others Chain Themselves to White House Fence in Uniform to Protest `Don't Ask, Don't Tell` Policy Read more by Brian Montopoli on CBS News' Political Hotsheet.

04/20/2010

Supreme Court Weighs Rights Of Campus Religious Groups : NPR

Supreme Court Weighs Rights Of Campus Religious Groups : NPR

An animated and sharply divided Supreme Court heard arguments Monday in a case that could affect public colleges and universities across the country. At issue is whether schools can deny taxpayer subsidies to student organizations that exclude g**s and le***ans and other groups from membership.

04/20/2010

FEATURE:

"I'm out. Now what?" Searching for a community among Columbus's q***rs – article from the Columbus Liberal Examiner.

In this article, journalist Patrick Wall explores Columbus’s q***r scene for signs of life. As he talks to local q***r leaders and visits the city’s only LGBT community center, he seeks an answer to the question that many q***rs are asking: I’m out. Now what?

04/08/2010

Lobby Day for Equality 2010!

Lobby Day for Equality May 19, 2010. Sponsored by Equality Ohio. Check out their page or web site for training information.

This is it, Lobby Day for Equality 2010! One of the most power-filled days forOhioans who wantequal rights for LGBT people and families.

04/08/2010

CAUSE Conference 2010

Go to Cincinnati to meet young leaders like yourself from all over Ohio! (registration is free) This unique, two-day summit sets out to inspire, empower, and support students and young leaders working hard for equality in their communities.

UC Alliance & Gender BlocFor questions regarding conference details, please contact Jamie Royce at [email protected].

04/08/2010

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Sparkle and Shine GLASA Diversity Prom at CSU