November 23, 2024
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Therese M. Stewart poised to become the first out lesbian justice on the California Court of Appeal

Steve Lee, Editor06 mins

SAN FRANCISCO — Gov. Edmund G. Brown Jr. has announced that he has appointed San Francisco Chief Deputy City Attorney Therese M. Stewart to serve as a justice on the California Court of Appeal, on the First District Court’s Division Two.  The appointment, made during San Francisco’s LGBT Pride weekend, marks an appropriately historic milestone for California’s judiciary as well as its LGBT community: Stewart will…

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MEUSA appoints Denise Norris, transgender leader, to board of directors

Steve Lee, Editor04 mins

NEW YORK/SAN FRANCISCO – Marriage Equality USA (MEUSA) has appointed Denise Norris to its board of directors.  MEUSA said in a press statement, “As a recognized leader in the transgender community, Denise brings a great depth of advocacy and organizing experience in the workplace, community, and beyond — as well as a commitment to building…

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EGLSF appoints Stockholm host of ‘EuroGames’ 2015 (VIDEO)

Steve Lee, Editor05 mins

The European Gay & Lesbian Sport Federation (EGLSF) has appointed Stockholm the host of EuroGames 2015. EuroGames is one of the biggest LGBTQ events in the world, and comprises a cultural, political, and sports program. EuroGames is open to everyone who wants to participate, regardless of age, gender, sexuality or religion. EuroGames was founded in…

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Ben Cohen StandUp Foundation names Billy Bean as vice-chairman

Steve Lee, Editor24 mins

ATLANTA — The Ben Cohen StandUp Foundation today announced that former major league baseball player Billy Bean has been named vice-chairman of its board. He will focus on helping professional leagues and athletes at all levels commit themselves to the fairness, equality, dignity and respect that defines true sportsmanship. The Foundation, founded and chaired by rugby World Cup…

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‘Harvey Milk Champions of Change’ nominations sought

Steve Lee, Editor03 mins

In August 2009, President Obama honored Harvey Milk posthumously with America’s highest civilian medal, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, with the following citation: Harvey Bernard Milk dedicated his life to shattering boundaries and challenging assumptions. As one of the first openly gay elected officials in this country, he changed the landscape of opportunity for the nation’s…

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EQCA announces Dave Roberts as San Diego Leadership honoree and opens State Farm Good Neighbor Award nominations

Steve Lee, Editor03 mins

SAN DIEGO — Equality California (EQCA) today announced that Supervisor Dave Roberts will be honored at the San Diego Equality Awards with the EQCA Leadership Award, and that nominations are now open for the event’s State Farm Good Neighbor Award. Roberts is the proudly gay District 3 supervisor for the County of San Diego, and…

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Local gay leader appointed CEO of major non-profit

Steve Lee, Editor13 mins

SAN DIEGO – The Jewish Federation of San Diego County has appointed Michael M. Sonduck as president and chief executive officer, effective immediately.  The selection process was conducted with consultation from the Jewish Federation of North America’s Mandel Center for Leadership Excellence. Sonduck, who lives in La Jolla with his partner David Zeligson, has been…

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