In April of 2011 the Williams Center, released a brief entitled “How many people are lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender?” It was a brief that, compiling, weighting and aggregating data from several studies estimated the size of the LGBT population in the United States. Among the key findings was that “an estimated 3.5 percent of…
NEW YORK – Today, National Spirit Day, Everyone Is Gay will launch an IndieGoGo campaign to raise funds for a new,one-of-its-kind digital presence to help parents of LGBTQ youth. The project will feature a video series that highlights stories from parents and children surrounding the “coming out” moment, and will also include advice from Kristin…
The girl group best known for throwing an illegal dance party on a moving NYC subway train for their debut video, “Party Girl”, is showing their serious side this week with a brand new single and music video that strike back against the growing anti-gay sentiment occurring domestically and abroad. “Red Flag” is a call-to-action,…
BETHESDA, Md. — Residence Inn by Marriott is partnering with Mombian.com and the Family Equality Council to host a travel-focused Twitter party for all parents who are lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or transgender (LGBT). Nov. 6, from 9:00-10:00 p.m. EST, families and experts representing the LGBT community will participate in a conversation that aims to provide travel resources, tips, as…
The Complete Frida Kahlo—Her Paintings. Her Life. Her Story, making its North American premiere in San Diego, was due to open Oct. 19, and run through Jan. 19, 2014, at historic NTC at Liberty Station. The opening has been delayed due to complications at U.S. Customs in Los Angeles as a result of the government…
Oct. 17, Johnson & Johnson is “going purple” in support of Spirit Day. Spirit Day started in 2010 as a response to young people who had taken their own lives as a result of bullying. Observed annually, participants wear purple as a visible stand against bullying and in support of LGBT young people. In honor…
WASHINGTON — The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force celebrates the confirmation by the United States Postal Service that it will introduce a stamp commemorating LGBT rights pioneer and one of the first openly gay elected officials in the U.S., Harvey Milk. He will become the first openly LGBT elected official to be featured on…
The Pride Card has announced that its first BUYCOTT will be this coming Saturday, October 19. The BUYCOTT means Pride cardholders will get a special enhanced discount when they present their Pride card. A special BUYCOTT discount will be available Oct. 19 at these businesses: BABYCAKES 3766 5th Ave. San Diego, CA 92103 619-296-4173 BabycakesSanDiego.com…
PORTLAND, Ore. – adidas America today announced its endorsement of the Freedom to Marry and Religious Protection Initiative that would make it legal for same-sex couples to marry in Oregon. “Marriage is an important, individual choice that should be extended to everyone. It is time to recognize this important human right by affirming the freedom…
Steam Room Stories is back today with an all-new episode featuring special guest star Trixie (Jeffrey Manabat) from drag-a-pella group The Kinsey Sicks. In the new episode Steam Room Stories regulars Ben Palacios and Chad Olson find themselves sharing the steam room with Trixie. After being a little star-struck Ben plucks up the courage to ask Trixie…
