Notable Women who stood up for LGBT Rights
Most Americans are familiar with Ellen DeGeneres, one of the first major celebrities to come out as a lesbian. Her show “Ellen” was acclaimed for having the first openly lesbian character played by an openly gay woman….
Support the LGBT community during Ally Week
Traditionally, when you think of an ally, you might think in terms of countries coming together for a military or other purpose. During World War II, there was a group of countries that banded together to oppose the Axis …
Transgendered
Sweden has long been regarded as one of the most progressive countries in the world when it comes to LGBT rights. In 1944, the Swedes legalized same-sex sexual activity, but homosexuality was still classified as a mental illness until 1979. The countr…
Pride Month
June is LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender) Pride month. Many cities around the world mark the occasion with festivals, parades and other activities. The events have become significantly larger over the years, and reflect the progress of the g…