LGBTQ

Legal Experts Discuss Strategies to Uphold LGBTQ+ Rights Amid New Challenges in Nationwide Panel

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Boston, MA — At a recent event hosted by the Rappaport Center for Law and Public Policy, experts gathered to explore and debate the nuances of LGBTQ+ rights, tackling topics from transgender healthcare discrimination to the broader implications of recent Supreme Court rulings on these rights. The program, titled “Protecting LGBTQ+ Rights,” was moderated by Mary Bonauto, a prominent figure in the legal battles for LGBTQ+ equality, including significant cases such as Goodridge v. Department of Public Health and Obergefell v. Hodges, which were pivotal in legalizing same-sex marriage in Massachusetts and nationally. During the … Read more

Covington Achieves Perfect Score for LGBTQ+ Inclusion for Third Consecutive Year

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Covington, KY — For the third consecutive year, Covington has achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Municipal Equality Index (MEI), underscoring its progressive stance on LGBTQ+ inclusion in community policies and services. The Human Rights Campaign, which is the nation’s largest advocacy group for LGBTQ+ rights, spearheads this annual assessment, gauging over 500 cities across the United States. The MEI evaluates various facets of municipal operations including non-discrimination laws, the municipality as an employer, the inclusiveness of city services, law enforcement relation with LGBTQ+ population, and overall city leadership on LGBTQ+ equality issues. … Read more

Denver Catholic Schools Appeal Ruling on LGBTQ+ Discrimination, Sparking Wider Legal and Ethical Debate

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Denver, Colorado — In the ongoing debate about religious freedom and LGBTQ+ rights, a recent ruling has struck a chord across communities. Colorado Catholic schools filed an appeal after a federal judge denied their request to discriminate based on sexual orientation and gender identity within a state-funded preschool program. This case, affecting St. Mary Catholic Virtue School in Littleton and Wellspring Catholic Academy of St. Bernadette in Lakewood, has sparked broader discussions about the intersections of faith, public funding, and civil rights. Archbishop Samuel Aquila of Denver, supporting the schools’ position, has found himself at … Read more

NewFest 2024 Shines Spotlight on Diverse LGBTQ+ Narratives, Honors ‘Ponyboi’ with Top Award

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New York, NY — The 36th annual NewFest LGBTQ+ Film Festival, held in New York City, recently concluded by honoring a diverse array of films and filmmakers who have made significant contributions to LGBTQ+ storytelling. The festival showcased 143 films, demonstrating the vibrancy and expansiveness of queer cinema today. At the Nitehawk Cinema in Brooklyn, filmmakers, journalists, and cinephiles gathered for the Filmmaker & Awards Brunch where the much-anticipated festival awards were announced. The festival jury, comprised of prolific LGBTQ+ artists, activists, and entertainment professionals, chose the winners from a compelling lineup. The festival’s top … Read more