Michelle Obama On Her “Becoming” Book Tour
By: Christine M. Hurley/TRT Columnist/Photographer As part of her book tour, Former First Lady Michelle Obama addressed a large audience at TD Garden in Boston…
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HIV Testing & Prevention: Identifying And Reaching At-Risk And Hidden Populations
Rutgers HIV/LGBT health expert discusses the importance of focusing research on local areas in order to implement tailored prevention program strategies NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J.—Rutgers scholar…
Faith, God & Family: Celebrating Matthew Shepard’s Life & Giving His Death Meaning
By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Columnist— Matthew Shepard was brutally taken from his family and friends over twenty years ago. The world also lost a gentle,…
Podcast’s Platform Where LGBTQs Discuss Shared “Coming Out” Experiences
Coming Out is never an old experience for those going through it By: Mike Givens/TRT Assistant Editor— “This is exactly what I never knew I…
LGBTQ News Briefs From Around The World, Nov. 2018
Guide created to assist LGBTQ Muslims in finding a community Earlier this month, the Muslim Youth Leadership Council published a resource guide, titled “I am…
Patchwork Of Employment Protections Leaves LGBT Employees At Risk
Recent efforts by the Trump Administration emphasize need for clear nondiscrimination protections NEW YORK—Last week, The New York Times reported that the Trump Administration is preparing to redefine…
Audre Lorde Cancer Awareness Brunch: A Success
BOSTON—On Saturday, October 20, over 120 people gathered in community at the NonProfit Center for the 20th Annual Audre Lorde Cancer Awareness Brunch. Every year,…
Fenway: Serious Consequences To Health For Trans People If NonDiscrimination Rules Are Rescinded
Transgender People, especially youth, need healthcare just as everyone else BOSTON—Fenway Health today warned of the threat to public health if the Trump administration’s plans…
Boston Music Scene Offers Inclusive Environment For LGBTQ Community
By: Nicole Collins/TRT Intern— Citrusphere are fans of affirmation. The Boston-based electro-pop band has a ritual of putting glittering gems on their fans (with consent) to…
Ayanna Pressley Joins Advocates to Launch Yes on 3 ‘Not in Our Name’ Campaign
Yes on 3 Campaign Launches New Ad to Dispel Myths about Transgender Nondiscrimination Law BOSTON—Prominent women’s organizations and sexual assault prevention advocates, including Democratic Congressional…
Municipal Equality Index: State of LGBTQ Equality in 10 Massachusetts Cities
The Municipal Equality Index shows that only 2 cities, Salem and Cambridge, hold a perfect score (no added bonus point) in Massachusetts; extend vital protections to…
Op-Ed: Mass. Governor Charlie Baker Sets The Record LGBTQ, Endorses Yes On 3
By: Gov. Charlie Baker/Special to TRT— From the earliest days of the Revolution to landmark legislation that expanded access to health care, Massachusetts has always…
LGBTQ Couples’ Fears of PDAs: It’s All About Time For Love Boston
Showing Affection for LGBTQ Couples Isn’t Always Safe; Boston Gay Man Organizes Time For Love Boston By: Chris Gilmore/TRT Reporter— “‘I’ve got nothing against gays,…
CDC, Mass. DPH Partner To Address Spike In HIV Diagnoses In Commonwealth
Partnership highlights need to address HIV transmission through intravenous drug use By: Mike Givens/TRT Assistant Editor— In response to an alarming rise in HIV diagnoses…
As Pattern Of Alleged Sexual Assaults Emerges, Brett Kavanaugh Called To Withdraw
NCLR: “The gravity of this pattern of alleged sexual assaults casts a troubling cloud …” In other words, the nomination of Brett Kavanaugh “must be withdrawn.”…
#UsToo: Raising Awareness Of LGBTQ Survivors
LGBTQ Survivors Don’t Often Share Sexual Assault Instances of Abuse The #MeToo movement has proven to be truly revolutionary. The testimonies of countless courageous survivors…
NCLR: Stop Kavanaugh’s Nomination Process, Investigate Sexual Assault Allegations
WASHINGTON, DC—President Trump’s Supreme Court nominee, Judge Brett Kavanaugh, allegedly assaulted a young woman, Christine Blasey Ford, during a party in the 1980s when Kavanaugh…
The Frivolist: 5 Reasons To Resist Tossing Out Your Ex-Relationships’ Mementos, Advice
Relationship advise By: Mikey Rox*/TRT Special— When a relationship ends, tensions run high—and the first thing many of us do to satisfy our anger and…
Positive Thoughts: Passing the Torch – Pedro Zamora’s Impact
Almost a quarter-century after his passing, Pedro Zamora continues to inspire future generations and help in the fight against HIV By: Desirée Guerrero*/Special to TRT—…
Deep Inside Hollywood: ‘Silent Life’ Explores Hollywood’s Bisexual Golden Age
Bisexual identity explored in Hollywood By: Romeo San Vicente*/TRT Special— Documentary Now! loves Company We see you out there, those of you devoted to Documentary Now! You’re…
Legislative Roundup: LGBTQ Community Sees Various Wins At State House
Wins Make Local Life For LGBTQ Community Members Better By: Mike Givens/TRT Assistant Editor— In the 2017-2018 legislative session, advocates at the State House scored…
Faith, God and Family: Being Unwanted Can Make You Stronger
The Act of Feeling And Being Unwanted Can Impact Your Life’s Outcome By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Columnist— “You were a mistake,” my friend’s mother told…
Fenway Health Announces Support Group For Latinx LGBT people
Monthly Spanish-language group offers confidential space to addresses Latinx issues, challenges of dual identity BOSTON―Fenway Health recently announced a monthly Spanish-language support group for Latino/a…