Day: September 18, 2012
Bishop backtracks over gay incest jibe
A French archbishop who claimed gay marriage could lead to incest or polygamy partially backtracked Tuesday following a furore over comments he claims were misinterpreted.
Blue Jays’ Escobar suspended for homophobic slur on eye-black
Yunel Escobar was suspended for three games Tuesday, Sept. 18, by the Toronto Blue Jays for wearing eye-black displaying a homophobic slur written in Spanish during Saturday’s game against the Boston Red Sox.
LGBT people, families in disaster situations often face higher risk of trauma
Today the Human Rights Campaign, U.S largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) civil rights organisation, released a guide for local, state, federal and community organisations, as to how best work with LGBT people and families during disasters or forced evacuations.
The Mormon Moment Migrates to Seattle as LGBT Mormons Gather for Conference
The Annual Affirmation: Gay and Lesbian Mormons Conference will happen in Seattle, Washington from Friday, October 19 – Sunday, October 21, 2012. The theme for the conference is “Celebrate the Journey!”