Day: May 18, 2011

AT&T recognised for inclusion of LGBT professionals in its workforce
The inclusive AT&T workforce is being recognised by two national and state organisations. Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) honoured AT&T with the “Corporate Leader Award” at the GLAAD Media Awards, while Garden State Equality, a LGBT civil rights organisation in New Jersey, named AT&T an “Equality Company of the Year 2011.”

LGBT activists meet with Commissioner Reding on the occasion of the International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia
On 17 May, the International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHO), Viviane Reding, the Vice President of the European Commission and Commissioner for Justice, Fundamental Rights and Citizenship, meet with ILGA-Europe’s secretariat and representatives of ILGA-Europe memberships and LGBTI communities.
Urges Gov. Brian Sandoval to sign bipartisan measure into law
The Human Rights Campaign, America’s largest LGBT civil rights organisation, today congratulated the Nevada Legislature for passing AB 211, a bill codifying prohibitions against discrimination in employment on the basis of gender identity or expression. The bill now moves to Governor Sandoval’s desk for his consideration.

ESF and Monarch Productions Announce Growing List of Bands and Performing Artists for Freedom Festival
The Empowering Spirits Foundation (ESF) and Monarch Productions are continuing to add to their musical line-up for the first annual Freedom Festival.

Chaz Bono, Cheryl Kilodavis to Appear at Groundbreaking Conference for Families of Transgender Children
The Gender Odyssey Family conference is pleased to welcome Chaz Bono and Cheryl Kilodavis as this year’s featured keynote speakers. Chaz and Cheryl will be profiling their best-selling books, “Transition” and “My Princess Boy,” respectively.

Spirit Journeys Announces New Gay Vacation to India
Spirit Journeys will explore the spiritual roots of this magical land and culture. As with all their adventures, participants will combine the joys and benefits of gay vacations but with a “stop and smell the roses” kind of attitude.