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17 Y/O CEO Revolutionizes STD Testing in Major US Cities
Xavier A. Baruti inspires his 9 employees to meet people where they live...at home. Baruti heads up the Atlanta, Georgia based Get Well Mobile STD Screening LLC to slow the increasing rate of STDs in the city. Baruti reports wanting to make STD testing quick, affordable and convenient for the 5.6... - April 24, 2017 - Get Well Mobile STD Screening
MiFo LGBT Film Festival Celebrates Its 19th Anniversary Season
The MiFo LGBT Film Festival (now OUTshine Film Festival) celebrates its 19th anniversary with 28 film premieres; a special Made-in-Miami spotlight; and an exciting opening night honoring two incredibly LGBTQ allies. - April 13, 2017 - OUTshine Film Festival
mSpy Releases New Social Commercial About Online Dangers and Their Impact on Children
mSpy helps parents to observe, control and protect their children’s web access, and has released a shocking new commercial to open people’s eyes to the dangers children face online. - April 10, 2017 - mSpy
Best Non-Profit Websites to be Named by Web Marketing Association in 21st Annual WebAward Program
Excellence deserves recognition and the Web Marketing Association will be recognizing the Best Advocacy Website, B Website and Best Non-Profit Websites as part of the 2017 WebAward Program. - April 06, 2017 - Web Marketing Association
A New Name for the Oldest LGBT Film Festival in South Florida
The MiFo LGBT Film Festival gets a fresh new look with a re-branding to help expand its audience and further its mission of educating and entertaining through culturally diverse LGBT film. - April 05, 2017 - OUTshine Film Festival
New Streaming Platform of Original Gay Series
Bawn Inc Launches an Online Streaming Platform that Meets the Demands of LGBT Community. Bawn Inc is happy to announce the launching of the online streaming platform that aims to meet the growing needs of the LGBT community. Bawn Television was created by Anthony Bawn, CEO of Bawn Incorporated located in Atlanta, GA. - March 17, 2017 - Bawn Television
MiFo LGBT Film Festival Honors Two Angel Award Recipients
The MiFo LGBT Film Festival announced two recipients of their prestigious Angel Awards - an annual award that's given to an individual that's shown unwavering support of the film festival and the LGBT community - this year. - March 09, 2017 - OUTshine Film Festival
TheLGBTWorld.com Releases It's First Digital Magazine Tailored for the Urban LGBT Community - Worldwide
TheLGBTWorld.com will be launching it's very first digital magazine that will showcase LGBT Members worldwide. TheLGBTWorld.com will be a bi-monthly free digital magazine that features one on one exclusive interviews with members of the Urban LGBT Community in Media and Entertainment. Q&A features with Socialites, Web-Series and Reality TV LGBT Stars. - March 07, 2017 - The LGBT World
Texas' Only LGBTQ+ and Allied Geek Convention Offers Welcome Environment for All
HavenCon 3, set April 28th - 30th in Austin, Texas brings a wide range of guests, events, vendors, and a community together to discuss all things geek and LGBTQ+ during it's 3rd year event, now located at the Double Tree Hilton North Austin. - February 18, 2017 - It's Your Haven Foundation
Alex Wan Again Gains Support of National Victory Fund in Race for Atlanta City Council President
Atlanta City Councilmember Alex Wan, who is seeking the second-highest elected position in Atlanta government, Atlanta City Council President, has been endorsed by Gay & Lesbian Victory Fund. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - February 16, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Atlanta City Council President Candidate Alex Wan Off to Strong Fundraising Start
Atlanta City Councilmember Alex Wan, who is seeking the second-highest elected position in Atlanta government – Atlanta City Council President, raised $85,704.59 in his first campaign finance disclosure period of the race. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - February 10, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
GAPA Strongly Condemns Anti-Immigrant Executive Orders
The Gay Asian Pacific Alliance (GAPA) strongly condemns the anti-immigrant and xenophobic Executive Orders issued last week by President Trump. The orders (1) revive the “Secure Communities” immigration enforcement program, which was previously criticized for promoting racial profiling... - February 01, 2017 - Gay Asian Pacific Alliance
Wan Launches Bid to be City Council President
Atlanta City Councilman Alex Wan touts deep roots in the community, long-time civic leadership, business acumen and solid record during seven years at city hall. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - January 30, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
In-Gauge of Polk County to Offer Advanced Firearm Safety Training
In-Gauge of Polk County, Polk County’s only non-profit, NRA affiliated firearm training organization is making available to the public, advanced level firearm safety and concealed carry weapons training. - December 17, 2016 - In-Gauge of Polk County
Danny Pintauro Joins Cast of Web Series “Unsure/Positive” for Second Season
“Who’s the Boss?” star Danny Pintauro has joined the cast of award winning web series “Unsure/Positive.” - November 18, 2016 - Unsure Postive Productions
Celebrating One Year of Sex, Scandal, and Guilty Pleasure, Short Story Site Alluring Readers by the Thousands
Appealing to Its Readers' Sexual Desires, The Carrington Diaries is Offering Up Addictive Tales of Seduction - November 06, 2016 - The Carrington Diaries
Zynger Event Designs Officially Certified as a LGBT Business Enterprise by the National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC)
Zynger Event Designs, one of Los Angeles’ top event planning companies, is proud to announce their recertification as an LGBT Business Enterprise through the National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) Supplier and Diversity Initiative. The NGLCC is the nation’s exclusive... - October 27, 2016 - Zynger Event Designs, Inc.
Central Presbyterian Church Announces Upcoming Four-Class Series on Transgender Studies
Central Presbyterian Church, an historic church located in downtown Atlanta, announces the upcoming four-class series titled, Pronouns, Potties, and People: Transgender Studies 101, facilitated by the Rev. Molly McGinnis. The series will kick-off with a screening of the documentary Out of Order,... - October 16, 2016 - Central Presbyterian Church - Atlanta
myGwork and Gay Star News Create the Largest Worldwide Hub for LGBTI Professionals
myGwork has partnered with Gay Star News to create the largest online hub for LGBTI professionals in the world. myGwork is the online network for LGBTI professionals, helping organisations promote their LGBT-friendly credentials. myGwork’s partners wanted the network to grow faster and... - September 30, 2016 - myGwork
Buckhead's Richie Arpino Salon is on the Move
Richie Arpino and his namesake salon are relocating to 550 Pharr Road, the iconic angular building across from the post office in Buckhead. The doors at the new location will open Wed., Sept. 7, with a party planned soon thereafter. “We’re moving on up to keep up with everything in... - September 02, 2016 - Richie Arpino Salon
International Creativity for Social Change Event: The 2016 Creative Activist Virtual Summit, Hosted by Author & Activist Rae Luskin
Rae Luskin, author of the award-winning book "The Creative Activist," will be hosting The Creative Activist Virtual Summit from August 15th – 22nd, 2016. Featuring 24 expert guest speakers, the goals of this year’s summit are to provide practical tools, fresh ideas, and... - July 22, 2016 - The Winning Adventure
Venture Expands Tour Offerings to Greenwich Village
The world has long been captivated by the bohemian spirit of Greenwich Village. The Village has always encouraged creative minds and promoted free expression. It has been home to visionaries such as Edward Hopper, Edna St. Vincent Millay, Jack Kerouac, Willa Cather and others. Classic bands like... - July 19, 2016 - Venture
US Senate Candidate De La Fuente to Speak at Florida LGBTA Summer Conference
The Florida LGBT Democratic Caucus will hold its 2016 Summer Conference & Leadership Gala in Ft. Lauderdale on July 9th. “Rocky” Roque De La Fuente, Democratic candidate for US Senate, is schedule to speak along with DNC Chair, Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz. They will be joined by... - July 08, 2016 - Rocky 2016, LLC
Provincetown Artist Shania LeClaire Riviere Continues to Capture Attention with Visual and "Drag Fusion" Art
Internationally lauded visual and "drag fusion" artist Shania LeClaire Riviere continues an eclectic year of art that has already included an Orlando Tribute which he shared with legendary film director John Waters; a tribute painting selected for Solidarity Through Pride in Boston; several shows of his My Weekend in Provincetown series of drawings and watercolors. He continues with #ARTONSHANIA, 8@8 art events at acclaimed 8 Dyer Hotel and a preview of new prints at AMP. - July 05, 2016 - ARTONSHANIA
Author Event at Atlanta's Phoenix & Dragon Bookstore, July 17
Two of the contributors of the Southern coming out anthology to read, sign and discuss "Crooked Letter i" - June 22, 2016 - NewSouth Books
Iconic Platinum-Selling Vocalist Anita Ward Returns to Celebrate Pride 2016 with Empowering Dance Anthem "Another Bad Mistake"
Issued by indie label Young Pals Music, the joyous disco single welcomes the summer of 2016. - June 19, 2016 - Young Pals Music
Secret Engagement Photographer Offers Free Marriage Proposal Photography for LGBT Couples in New York in Honor of the Victims of Orlando Shooting
NYC-based engagement photographer Vlad Leto will photograph LGBT Marriage Proposals for free till the end of June, including the Gay Pride Parade in honor the memory of victims of the horrific shooting in Orlando. - June 16, 2016 - Vlad Leto Proposal Photography
Film Festival to Promote a Week of Love, Peace, & Healing Through Cinema
The Inaugural Love International Film Festival in Conjunction with The Lotus Light Children Charity is Set for July 2016 - June 15, 2016 - Love International Film Festival
Book A Queen: Bringing The Best of Drag Right to Your Smartphone
Find Local Drag Queens, Review and Book Them for Events - June 08, 2016 - Book a Queen
Texas’ Only LGBTQA Sci-Fi, Fantasy and Gaming Convention Sets Dates for 2017
HavenCon offers gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, questioning and allied community members a fun, safe haven filled with gaming experiences, geek activities, incredible artwork, and pop culture panels from industry professionals and local talents. - June 04, 2016 - It's Your Haven Foundation
New Children’s Book Celebrating Gender Fluidity Live on Kickstarter: "I’m Jay, Let’s Play": Written by Beth Reichmuth and Illustrated by Nomy Lamm
I’m Jay, Let’s Play is a new children’s book celebrating gender fluidity through a playful story about one child’s morning at preschool with friends. "I'm Jay, Let's Play," portrays children outside of the gender binary. It portrays gender exploration being normal and fun, rather than a source of conflict. - May 26, 2016 - Beth Reichmuth
Oakland Small Business Owner Starts Scholarship Program for Underserved High School Students
First Scholarships Being Presented on Thursday to 42 Students in Oakland Unified School District - May 10, 2016 - Craig Communications
Q Foundation Surveys HIV+ People in Advance of Presidential Forum
The Q Foundation, also known as the AIDS Housing Alliance SF, today released a survey - 2016 HIV+ Community Member’s Survey of Attitudes & Priorities. Q Foundation is seeking the input of HIV+ people on the survey - feedback is important in shaping a national dialogue regarding the path forward in the struggle for people living with HIV/AIDS. - May 08, 2016 - AHASF
Saving Trans Lives Through Art: A Collective Effort Needing Your Help
Transgender author Daliah Husu prepares to send off her thought-provoking memoir, I Am Woman: Surviving the Past, the Present, & the Future, to the Miami Beach TRANSART exhibit, after being invited to be a panelist and featured showcase at the lucrative event. The exhibit, which began... - April 21, 2016 - Daliah Husu
Pink Lobster Dating Encourages Bra Burning and Handcuffing for Lesbians in London
Pink Lobster Dating is joining forces with controversial character, Lenard Pink, “International Homosexual and Historian,” to run Pink for Pink Tours in order to bring women together in a novel way. - April 21, 2016 - Pink Lobster Dating Ltd
Golden Crown Literary Society Accepting Applications for the Sandra Moran Scholarship
Two-time Goldie winner Sandra Moran (December 20, 1968–November 7, 2015) was a writer, a scholar, a mentor and an educator. She was known and beloved for her keen intellect, her quick wit, her engaging personality, and her willingness to teach, talk, travel, and share the best and brightest... - April 16, 2016 - Golden Crown Literary Society
Transgender, Mormon Male Joins All-Inclusive Fraternity Sigma Phi Beta at ASU
Augustus Crosby, a current sophomore, Chemical Engineering student, and transgender man at Arizona State University was inducted last Saturday into Sigma Phi Beta’s brotherhood. - April 13, 2016 - Augustus Crosby
A Glimpse of a “Not So Privileged” Trans Life in America: One Trans Woman's Story
Author Daliah Husu launched her thought-provoking memoir entitled, "I Am Woman: Surviving the Past, the Present, & the Future," on Amazon.com in late March 2016. Her book, which is available in print-on-demand and in Kindle digital format, unveils a stigmatized world plagued by... - April 11, 2016 - Daliah Husu
“The Promised Band,” Wins 2016 Cinequest’s “Best Documentary” and the Canon-Atomos Documentary Filmmaker Award
The world premiere of The Promised Band, directed by Jen Heck, took the 2016 Cinequest Film Festival by storm. After shaking up the conversation about peace, borders and friendship in the Middle East and packing theaters for four screenings, The Promised Band received two awards; Best Documentary... - March 15, 2016 - The Promised Band
LGBT Family E-Zine Debuts
After months on the drawing board, RainbowFamilyLife.com has launched. Comprehensive editorial content targeting the specific needs and concerns of the LGBT family. - March 10, 2016 - Rainbow Family Life Magazine
Birthday Celebration for Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon Dr. Michael K. Obeng to Benefit Restore Worldwide
The Most Beautiful Faces in Hollywood come out to celebrate a good cause, “TOUR de RESTORE” One face, one breast and one body at a Time, hosted by Former “NBA Star John Salley along with Surprise Guest Hostess.” On Saturday March 19, Some of the most beautiful faces in... - March 09, 2016 - Juka's Organic
Oldest Jewish Children’s Sleepaway Camp in America Prepares to Pass Torch After Thirty Years
Jordan Dale to retire from Surprise Lake Camp after transforming iconic institution. When Jordan Dale first became Director of Surprise Lake Camp, its claim to fame was the experiences it generated and not necessarily the amenities it provided. From first class bunks for the campers to the brand new Henshel Family Swimming Pool, Dale has brought this legendary camp into the 21st century with a flourish. - March 02, 2016 - Surprise Lake Camp
"Queer Icons" of Color Depicted as Saints by LGBT Mexican-American Photographer/printmaker in "To My Father: Gabriel García Román" at Gallery Aferro in Newark NJ
Gallery Aferro is pleased to present Gabriel García Román’s first solo show, To My Father. Roman has already garnered national press for his stunning chine-collé and photogravure portraits of LGBT and non-conforming activists, poets, and artists of color, depicting his subjects as contemporary Queer Icons. Román was born in Zacatecas, Mexico. Photography allows him to explore aspects of his identity and decode the world he lives in. Queer. Mexican. American. Immigrant. Secular. Catholic. - February 29, 2016 - Gallery Aferro
Dating Company Heightens Security Amidst Rise in Crime Figures
Pink Lobster Dating, a company for lesbian and bisexual women, have heightened safety and offered women alternatives to finding love online. - February 10, 2016 - Pink Lobster Dating Ltd
Golden Crown Literary Society Names 2016 Lee Lynch Classic Award Recipient
Curious Wine named 2016 Lee Lynch Classic Award Recipient. Curious Wine by Katherine V. Forrest is, without challenge, the seminal lesbian romance. Not only did it break all sales records, going on to sell more than 250,000 copies, it set the standard for lesbian emotional and sexual expression. - February 05, 2016 - Golden Crown Literary Society
"Women Who Lunch" Eat Out in Style with New Elite Matchmaking Service
Lesbian Dating Company, Pink Lobster Dating, has launched an elite matchmaking service for women only. - February 03, 2016 - Pink Lobster Dating Ltd
The Wright Group to Publish "Voice For The Silent Fathers," Memoir Eddie K. Wright
The Wright Group, Project Management, will publish "Voice For The Silent Fathers," Eddie K. Wrights memoir detailing the controversial experience of being the young father of a son who would grow up to be the gayest man on the planet! His “no Son of mine!!” street gangster... - February 02, 2016 - The Wright Group, Project Management
Westboro "Anti-Gay" Church Energetically Helps Openly Gay CEO
Known for their strong thoughts against gay rights,they have successfully helped a young openly gay CEO massively increase his sales. - December 21, 2015 - Z Skin Cosmetics
New Year’s Eve Masquerade and Fashion Show Brings Together the Best of Denver’s Fine Arts with High Fashion for an Unforgettable New Year’s Celebration
This will be the first time the Colorado Symphony has been involved with a Live Fashion Show. This event will target a new demographic for the Colorado Symphony, and collaborate with a new industry altogether. This will also be a first for the involved fashion designers, including Project Runway All-Stars Winner, Mondo Guerrra. The New Year’s Masquerade & Fashion Show is the premier event introducing this fusion of High Fashion and Fine Arts in Denver. - December 17, 2015 - Soul Makers LLC
From High Life to Real Life - Mr Prints Cleverly Redefining the Fashion World One Print at a Time
After almost being paralysed from the neck down, Tal Derhy went deep into the Amazonian jungle to discover that his high-flyer lifestyle was quickly proving to be a path of destruction. He’s now emerged from the wilderness with a vision that’s a far call from the existence he led before. - December 15, 2015 - Mr Prints