Through a public records request, LGBTQ Fresno learned what sparked the local book banning fire… In June of 2023, a month often full of color and joy, was quickly painted gray when a local college president set out to put a stop to inclusive books in public libraries. The President/CEO of Select Education Group (owners […]
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At the Fresno County Board of Supervisors meeting today, four of five supervisors voted to approve the bylaws for the “Community Parent and Guardian Review Committee” and approved the application period to occur from March 19, 2024, through April 26, 2024, and directed staff to post vacancies and authorize staff to accept applications; authorize staff
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If you or someone you love is having a mental health emergency, please call or text the National Suicide Hotline at 988. A new resource is available for gender-minority Californians looking for affirming mental health services. The TransPower Project (TTPP, formerly Queer Works) is an online therapy platform for transgender, intersex, and gender non-conforming individuals
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Don’t miss your chance! We have over 25 organizations that are going to discuss their programs, services and pathways to get involved. We’ll start with quick introductions of the organizations that are LGBTQ+ or LGBTQ+ serving, followed by an announcement of the request for proposals for City of Fresno funding, finalized with Q&A and social
Oh no you didn’t! Or rather, yes my kid did! There are many things I am ready for in this world. With the joys of how fast the world is moving, I have even had to prepare myself for things I thought I did not have to think about for quite some time. For those
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The latest comedy special from Dave Chapelle, The Dreamer, has only brought more of what is already known about himself to the limelight. Concerning his jabs against the transgender community, he stated, “It wasn’t worth the trouble. I ain’t saying shit about them. Maybe three or four times tonight, but that’s it. I’m tired of
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California has implemented a groundbreaking law requiring major retailers with at least 500 employees to feature gender-neutral toy sections in their stores. The legislation, which took effect on Monday, originated from a 2021 bill championed by California Assemblymember Evan Low. This bill aimed to foster inclusivity and allow children to express themselves without the constraints
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California has a rich history of advocating for the LGBTQ community, championing safe spaces. While this protection has extended to various parts of the state, its consistent implementation was not guaranteed in rural areas. In a significant move to address the lack of resources for LGBTQ individuals in underserved rural areas, the California Legislative LGBTQ
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The LGBT Community Network has recently had the chance to interview Fresno County Supervisor Nathan Magsig. In the interview, we asked Magsig, who is running for reelection for Fresno County District 5 about four contentious policies brought up by candidate Jennifer Cruz to provide Fresno County residents with a better understanding of where the two
Fresno, California appointed its first LGBTQ+ Liaison at the end of September 2023. Mayor Jerry Dyer selected Robin McGehee, an influential local advocate for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ+) community, for this landmark position. McGehee has years of experience speaking out against discriminatory laws and policies and has found herself in
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