Day: August 28, 2015

Pope Francis sends letter praising gay children’s book
Italian book that explores different family types including same sex was banned by mayor of Venice, but pontiff becomes unlikely supporter.

HRC Mississippi to Host Equality Summit to Increase LGBT Visibility and Volunteer Engagement
As part of its ongoing effort to advance lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) equality in the Magnolia State, HRC Mississippi announced today that it will host its first-ever statewide Equality Summit. This full-day community-building and volunteer-engagement training will bring together pro-equality advocates from across the state, helping to bolster volunteer outreach and collaboration while empowering allies and supporters on the ground.