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Despite opposition, Parliament takes stock of LGBT equality in new report

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Among other recommendations, MEPs ask that Member States guarantee the freedom of movement of same-sex couples, their families, and transgender persons. They also call for EU measures addressing transphobic and homophobic hate crime, and to ensure that LGBT asylum-seekers are granted relevant protections.
The report also urges Member States to finally adopt the horizontal anti-discrimination directive, which would ban discrimination in education, social protection and… Read the rest

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Lesbian band seeking contributions for LGBT-equality themed music video

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With the ongoing persecution occurring against LGBT individuals world-wide, the band wants to show the world that love looks the same, no matter who it is you love.
How to Participate
The band is seeking the following types of content:

Show your love: A short 10 second video that shows the world what love means to you as an LGBT person. Examples:

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MEPs call to suspend political agreement with Uganda

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Under the Penal Code Act 1950, consensual sexual activity between same sex adults was already punishable by life imprisonment.
Apart from bolstering older anti-sodomy laws, the new law punishes persons keeping a house or rooms for the ‘purpose of homosexuality’ (i.e. landlords or parents of LGBTI persons) with a maximum of 7 years’ imprisonment.
The ‘promotion of homosexuality’ also becomes punishable by up to 7… Read the rest

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Embassy of Israel to participate in Auckland Gay Parade

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This event, which celebrates people of all genders and ethnicities underpins Israel’s stance on democracy, tolerance and freedom of speech and proves to differ the argument of those who claim that Israel is an Apartheid State!
The Parade starts at 19.00 and departs from Ponsonby Road. Anyone who stands with Israel and embraces Israel’s democracy and wants to join the Israeli representation can contact the… Read the rest

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Embassy of Israel to participate in Auckland Gay Parade

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This event, which celebrates people of all genders and ethnicities underpins Israel’s stance on democracy, tolerance and freedom of speech and proves to differ the argument of those who claim that Israel is an Apartheid State!
The Parade starts at 19.00 and departs from Ponsonby Road. Anyone who stands with Israel and embraces Israel’s democracy and wants to join the Israeli representation can contact the… Read the rest

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Uganda: Anti-Homosexuality Bill Violates Human Rights

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The bill, passed by the Ugandan Parliament on 20 December, calls for a 14-year jail term for a first conviction and imprisonment for life for the offence of “aggravated homosexuality.”
“I strongly urge the Ugandan authorities to reject the bill and ensure the human rights and dignity of all people in Uganda,” said Michel Sidibé, Executive Director of the Joint UN Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS).… Read the rest

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Metro Atlanta Association of Professionals to Link with Woven

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Atlanta, February 11, 2014 – The Metro Atlanta Association of Professionals announced today a collaborative effort with Woven, a national, web-based company whose mission is to provide legal and financial resources to the LGBT community,
“This is a great opportunity for many of our attorneys, financial advisers, tax and insurance professionals in the metro Atlanta region and nationwide,” said Joshua D. Lorenz, MAAP CEO and… Read the rest

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Metro Atlanta Association of Professionals to Link with Woven

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Atlanta, February 11, 2014 – The Metro Atlanta Association of Professionals announced today a collaborative effort with Woven, a national, web-based company whose mission is to provide legal and financial resources to the LGBT community,
“This is a great opportunity for many of our attorneys, financial advisers, tax and insurance professionals in the metro Atlanta region and nationwide,” said Joshua D. Lorenz, MAAP CEO and… Read the rest

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Stonewall launches new guidance to tackle endemic levels of online abuse

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The guide provides practical advice for teachers and parents to help lesbian, gay and bisexual young people avoid abuse and cyberbullying.
The guidance comes in response to statistics showing that almost a quarter of gay young people experience cyberbullying. This abuse has a devastating impact on a young person’s self-esteem and in the worst cases can impact on mental health and well-being, leading to self-harm… Read the rest

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Stonewall launches new guidance to tackle endemic levels of online abuse

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The guide provides practical advice for teachers and parents to help lesbian, gay and bisexual young people avoid abuse and cyberbullying.
The guidance comes in response to statistics showing that almost a quarter of gay young people experience cyberbullying. This abuse has a devastating impact on a young person’s self-esteem and in the worst cases can impact on mental health and well-being, leading to self-harm… Read the rest

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Pink Spots Telemarketer Job in South San Francisco

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Junior Account Executive $15/​hour plus bonus for LGBT advertising
About Pink Spot
We are the number one premiere resource guides for the LGBT community in the San Francisco Bay Area.​ Since 2007, our mission is to provide the LGBT community with a comprehensive resource directory of gay-friendly businesses that treat all individuals in a dignified & non-discriminatory manner.​
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Norway : Lesbian kiss in Olympic inspired commercial

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The commercial is created by Norwegian ad-agency Schjærven Reklamebyrå.
According to Kampanje.com the chain  wanted show impressing skills in different sports, and since Russian got the anti-gay laws they wanted to be a bit political, so they added a twist in the end.
So in addition to entertain, we also wanted to make a political kick to Russia and Putin’s conservative and old-fashioned attitudes. That… Read the rest

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10th Anniversary of California Marriage Equality Battle

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February 12 Marks 10th Anniversary of First Same-Sex Wedding in San Francisco’s Winter of Love
Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2014, marks the 10th anniversary of the start of San Francisco’s month long “Winter of Love,” when the City issued marriage licenses to thousands of same-sex couples in defiance of California State officials. Lawsuits and court rulings sparked by the action ultimately led to the establishment of… Read the rest

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Director of Communications

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The International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission (IGLHRC) a 23-year old organization, advocates for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) rights worldwide. Based in New York City, the Director of Communications develops, manages and implements a communications program that supports IGLHRC’s mission under the supervision of the Executive Director.
Director of Communications

(1) Responsibilities
Strategy

Conceptualize, plan, and apply press, social media, and public… Read the rest

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Equal Marriage to become law after historic final vote

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The Bill, passed by a majority of 87, will extend the legal form of marriage to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people and permit religious denominations to celebrate such marriages should they wish.
Colin Macfarlane, Director, Stonewall Scotland said: ‘This a truly historic moment for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people in Scotland. We’re delighted that MSPs have overwhelmingly demonstrated that they’re committed to building… Read the rest

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