Day: February 14, 2013
37 U.S. Senators Call for Non-Discrimination Executive Order from President Obama
The HRC – the USA’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender civil rights organization – applauded 37 United States senators, led by Sen. Jeff Merkley, who today sent a letter to President Obama urging him to issue an executive order barring federal contractors from discriminating in hiring on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.
Footballer in ‘homophobia’ row
Police are investigating allegations that a Blackburn Rovers footballer made homophobic gestures to Brighton fans during Tuesday’s Championship match.
Boy Scouts Job Application: “Known or Avowed Homosexuals” Need Not Apply
Following recent news that the Boy Scouts of America is considering a change to its membership policy banning gay scouts, the organization is embroiled in new charges of discrimination, this time regarding its hiring practices.
37 U.S. Senators Call for Non-Discrimination Executive Order from President Obama
The HRC – America’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender civil rights organisation – applauded 37 United States senators, led by Sen. Jeff Merkley, who today sent a letter to President Obama urging him to issue an executive order barring federal contractors from discriminating in hiring on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.
Boy Scouts Job Application: “Known or Avowed Homosexuals” Need Not Apply
Following recent news that the Boy Scouts of America is considering a change to its membership policy banning gay scouts, the organisation is embroiled in new charges of discrimination, this time regarding its hiring practices.
Sharing the love, continuing the fight
Last week the UK took a significant step towards marriage equality when the House of Commons voted overwhelmingly for the Same-Sex Marriage bill to pass its second reading and move on to the committee stage which continues for its second session today.