AIDS Foundaction of WMA to Host the Kinsey Sicks at Annual Fundraising Gala
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — The AIDS Foundation of Western Massachusetts, Inc. (AFWM) is excited to announce that “Viva!,” its seventeenth annual gala, will be held on…
lgbtq news
Federal Agencies Issuing Post-DOMA Regulations
By: Lisa Keen/Keen News Service— There was a flurry of activity among federal agencies this month to issue regulations concerning how they are complying with…
Kickstart-ing Gay Film Projects
Three LGBT Projects That Need Your Money By: Chris Jenkins/Special for TRT— Making a pledge to a Kickstarter film or series is like making a…
The National Guard: Benefits for all, Including Same-Sex Couples
By: Christine Nicco/TRT Reporter—The National Guard released a statement today stating that it will immediately extend all of the same benefits received by opposite-sex couples…
Creep of the Week: World Net Daily’s Les Kinsolving Spreads Hatred, the Cheney’s
By: D’Anne Witkowski*/Special to TRT— One of the anti-gay right’s favorite arguments is that the gays are actually the intolerant ones. It’s a pretty laughable…
Education Dept.: All Legal Same-Sex Marriages Will Be Recognized for Federal Financial Aid Purposes
As part of the U.S. Department of Education’s ongoing efforts to implement inclusive policies that reflect the diversity of American families, and consistent with the…
National Defense Authorization Act Bill Worries Some
By: Lisa Keen/Keen News Service— Leaders of the U.S. Senate and House Armed Services committees announced Monday that they have reached an agreement on the…
BREAKING: Russia to Create “Protest Zone”
By: Lisa Keen/Keen News Service— The International Olympic Committee announced Tuesday that Russian authorities “plan to set up a protest zone in the city of…
Top Ten LGBTQ Stories of 2013: The Countdown
By: Lisa Keen/Keen News Service— Even before 2013 began, everyone knew what the big news story for 2013 would be. The U.S. Supreme Court had,…
Lesbian Playwright, Performer, Activist On How to Speak Out Against Racism
By: Brook Rosini/Special to The Rainbow Times— BOSTON, Mass. — Carolyn Gage is an award-winning lesbian playwright, performer and activist whose work is comprised of…
New Director to Take Over LGBT Coalition of Western Massachusetts
By: Lauren Walleser/TRT Assistant Editor— NORTHAMPTON, Mass.—The LGBT Coalition of Western Massachusetts—an organization committed to improving and preserving the well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender,…
AIDS: Signs of Progress, But Worries About Cuts
By: Lisa Keen/Keen News Service— More than 9,000 people with HIV were on a waiting list for federal assistance in buying their medications in…
Op-Ed: St. Patrick’s Day Parade Continues Exclusion – 3 Years is Enough!
By: Pat Scanlon*— The exclusion of Veterans For Peace, the LGBT community and other peace organizations from participating in the Saint Patrick’s Day Parade should…
HIV/AIDS Stats: Marking World AIDS Day
By: Eric Brus*— On Sunday, December 1, we commemorate the 25th annual observance of World AIDS Day. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), World…
FCDC Honors Fenway Health’s Henia Handler With Important Award
BOSTON, Mass. — Each year the Fenway Community Development Corporation (FCDC) celebrates a leader who has made a significant contribution to the Fenway and its residents….
Op-Ed: AIDS Action Committee Marks World AIDS Day 2013
By: Rebecca Haag* BOSTON, Mass.—Sunday, December 1 marks the 25th observance of World AIDS Day, a day when people the world over show solidarity in the…
Air Force Academy Continues Defending Employment of Conversion Therapy Advocate
Dr. Mike Rosebush practiced conversion therapy over the phone; was previously affiliated with anti-gay groups Focus on the Family and NARTH Washington – The United…
Married Same-Sex Couples in Tennessee Ask Court for Immediate Protection of Their Families
NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Yesterday, four legally married same-sex couples who recently filed a federal lawsuit challenging Tennessee’s refusal to respect their marriages asked the court for immediate…
National LGBT Health Education Center’s Webinar for Transgender Medical Care Providers
BOSTON, Mass. – The National LGBT Health Education Center at the Fenway Institute will host the webinar, “Transgender Medical Care: Advanced Case Discussion,” on Dec….
Tenth Anniversary of Goodridge – The Rocky Start of It All
By: Lisa Keen/Keen News Service— It was not the start of the marriage equality movement, but it has proven to be its watershed moment: November…
This Month, Get Aware—And Get Tested
By: Rebecca Haag*— It’s no mystery that having to live with poverty, homelessness, unemployment, drug addiction, or discrimination makes a person more vulnerable to HIV…
Hawaii Senate Sends Same-Sex Marriage Bill to Governor
By: Lisa Keen/Keen News Service— The debate went on much longer than expected but the Hawaii Senate voted Tuesday to give final legislative approval to…
Rhode Island Pride “Honors” Celebrates Community Contributions
This RI Pride event celebrates the contributions of members of LGBT and allied communities. The evening will honor Governor Lincoln Chafee and Stephanie Chafee….