Tag: Lesbian

MAY 7–10, 2020 Translations: Seattle Transgender Online Film Festival is a groundbreaking film festival that provides the Pacific Northwest with a venue for films by, for, and about transgender, non-binary, and gender-diverse people and the issues facing the community. Launched in 2006, Translations places emphasis on visibility and positive representations. In 2020, we are going online in partnership with the Read more...

National LGBT Health Education Center offers over 40 on-demand webinars on topics such as: Introduction to LGBT Health, LGBT Youth, Transgender Health Care, HIV Prevention, Same-Sex Domestic Violence, and more! For more information, follow this link. Read more...

The developing COVID-19 response has added on another layer of distress and strain, adversely affecting the lives and livelihoods of many communities. We must work together to support and raise up those that have been most harmed by past and current inequities. Now more than ever, ensuring access to resources and supporting mental and emotional health are necessary. If you Read more...

This resource focuses on the impact of COVID-19 on lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT) communities and contains information for front-line staff to support the wider healthcare outcomes of LGBT patients during a period of strain across the NHS. This includes not only highlighting the experiences of LGBT communities, but information to guide professionals, and to equip staff to signpost Read more...

The Trevor Project has launched TrevorSpace, a safe space social networking site for LGBTQ youth. And if they feel hopeless, alone, or have thoughts of suicide, please have them call the TrevorLifeline 24/7 at 1-866-488-7386. They can also connect with trained counselors every day 24/7 by texting 678-678 or via chat at TheTrevorProject.org/Help. Read more...

This column addresses the unique issues faced by LGBTQ people and recommends that government assistance be targeted to address these issues. In these times we must consider the particular vulnerabilities of LGBTQ people and respond accordingly. Read more...

This webinar is intended to support low income LGBTQ people impacted by COVID-19. Read more...

This blog discusses about how to ensure federal COVID-19 assistance reaches low-income LGBTQ people and families. This blog focuses on multiple concerns such as informing LGBTQ constituents of paid sick and family/medical leave and unemployment insurance; programs such as SNAP (a.k.a. food stamps) and childhood nutrition programs; CARES ACT stimulus payments — generally $1,200 for adults and $500 per child Read more...

LGBT people are more likely to have chronic conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, and HIV/AIDS. LGBT older adults experience higher rates of disability than heterosexual, cisgender elders. LGBT people are also more likely to smoke and vape, and to use substances. All of these conditions and risk behaviors could increase the vulnerability of LGBTQIA+ people if they are exposed Read more...