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Saying Goodbye to Senator Dianne Feinstein, A Longtime LGBTQ+ Rights Advocate

September 29, 2023 by Corey Mohr Leave a Comment

Dianne Feinstein (1933 – 2023), the U.S. Senator from California, has long been a prominent figure in American politics, holding a seat in the Senate since 1992. Throughout her political…

Filed Under: Advocacy Tagged With: advocacy, LGBTQ

Gov. Glen Youngkin Administration Quietly Enacts a Form of “Don’t Say Gay” in Virginia

July 7, 2023 by Corey Mohr Leave a Comment

Gov. Glen Youngkin administration quietly enacts a form of “Don’t Say Gay,” in Virginia.

Filed Under: Advocacy, Center News Tagged With: LGBTQ, Virginia, Youngkin, youth

“No Gays Allowed” Now Essentially Protected by 303 Creative Supreme Court Ruling

July 7, 2023 by Corey Mohr Leave a Comment

The Supreme Court’s ruling in 303 Creative v. Elenis is a unprecedented blow to equality and freedom.

Filed Under: Advocacy, Center News Tagged With: DISCRIMINATION, LGBTQ, SCOTUS

We condemn the policies against trans+ youth

September 19, 2022 by LGBT Life Center Leave a Comment

The LGBT Life Center strongly condemns the harmful new policies proposed by Governor Youngkin that target transgender and gender non-conforming students. By removing safe spaces in the classroom, this policy will lead to higher suicide rates and worse mental health outcomes for LGBTQ+ and specifically transgender+ youth.

Filed Under: Advocacy, Center News

Coming Out to Your Family in a Safe Manner

September 19, 2022 by LGBT Life Center Leave a Comment

Written by Guest Contributor Jori Hamilton Even if you know your family will be supportive, coming out is rarely easy. However, it becomes much harder when you come from a…

Filed Under: Advocacy, Bisexual, Gay, Health, Identity LGBTQ, Lesbian, Mental Health, Transgender

Practical Considerations for Queer Love in a Post-Roe World

August 24, 2022 by LGBT Life Center Leave a Comment

Written by Guest Contributor Jori Hamilton The overturning of Roe v. Wade has caused an uproar in our nation. However, a common misconception is that this ruling impacts only women….

Filed Under: Advocacy, Bisexual, Gay, Health, Identity LGBTQ, Lesbian, Transgender

Finding Trans+ Friendly Healthcare Post Roe v. Wade

August 11, 2022 by LGBT Life Center Leave a Comment

Ever since the Supreme Court of the United States overturned Roe v. Wade, many sectors of healthcare have been negatively affected. The implications of the decision — which impact far more than the issue of abortion — have disproportionately affected members of the transgender community in several ways.

Filed Under: Advocacy, Health, Identity LGBTQ, Mental Health, Transgender

How To Improve Your Mental Health During a Separation

July 18, 2022 by LGBT Life Center Leave a Comment

Guest Article written by Jori Hamilton When you get married, commit to a commonlaw marriage, or go through a long-term relationship, the last thing on your mind is the potential…

Filed Under: Advocacy, Gay, Health, Identity LGBTQ, Lesbian, Mental Health, Transgender Tagged With: divorce, Hampton Roads, Identity, LGBTQ, separation

What is PRIDE in my life?

June 6, 2022 by LGBT Life Center Leave a Comment

Community Guest Post by Nichole Pritchard For decades, the LGBTQ+ community has lived in the shadows often leading a double life – pretending to be straight to maintain their jobs…

Filed Under: Advocacy, Bisexual, Gay, Identity LGBTQ, Lesbian, Transgender Tagged With: Bisexual, Hampton Roads, Identity, LGBTQ, pride, transgender

Your Guide to Being Queer in the Metaverse

May 24, 2022 by LGBT Life Center Leave a Comment

Community Guest Post by Jori Hamilton writerjorihamilton@gmail.com “Metaverse” is the hot, new buzzword sweeping its way across the internet. Though the term is technically not new, having originally appeared in…

Filed Under: Advocacy, Bisexual, Gay, Identity LGBTQ, Lesbian, Transgender

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