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STUDY: Teen Suicide Higher In Conservative Areas

In light of the recent news that the Fair Act, which will include the contributions of LGBT Americans in school studies should it pass the State Assembly and is signed into California law by Governor Brown (it’s already passed the State Senate), a Columbia University study came out today which shows that teen suicides are […]

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Website Queerty Shuts Down

Queerty, an internet website posting news and entertainment focused on the LGBT Community, and often a source of controversial commentary, has shut down after 5 years…the following message is from Queerty… A message from Queerty After more than five years of serving the LGBT community with news and entertainment, Queerty has come to a close.

VIDEO: Delaware Passes Civil Unions

Delaware’s House of Representatives voted 26-15 Thursday night to grant legal status to same-sex civil unions, giving those couples the same rights, protections and obligations now granted only to married couples.

California Schools May Be First To Include LGBT Americans In History

California may soon require the inclusion of the historical contributions of LGBT Americans to classroom teachings. A California education bill requiring that notable gay, lesbian, bisexuals and transgender persons be added in social studies lessons under a landmark bill has passed in the California Senate. The legislation, called the Fair, Accurate, Inclusive and Respectful Education Act

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GCV Nominees Honored at HandsOn Annual Luncheon

Gay Central Valley was pleased to present Peter Robertson (BA ’92, MA ’95, MBA ’05) with the “Spirit of Caring Award”, sponsored by James & Coke Hallowell, at the HandsOn Central California Volunteer Of The Year Awards ceremony, held on Wednesday, April 13th, 2011. He also received a Volunteer Service Award from President Barack Obama.

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EVENT: Move Forward Fresno

The Fresno Stonewall Democrats present… “MOVE FORWARD FRESNO – TOLERANCE THROUGH EQUALITY” Campaign Launch Spring Brunch – Saturday, April 16th 2011 VIP Reception – 10:30AM  Main Event – 11:30AM Special Guests: Judge Kevin McCarthy & Local Activist Robin McGeHee 1044 N Van Ness Avenue Fresno, CA 93728 Purchase Tickets & Advertising ONLINE by visiting the

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EVENT: Celebrating Local Heroes

• Robin McGehee: Meet in the Middle + GetEQUAL • Matthew Mazzei: Rainbow Delegation • Andrew McIntosh: NCAA Athlete, Coach & Educator Wed. May 11th • Smittcamp Alumni House • Fresno State 5:30 PM Reception • Appetizers provided • Wines by the glass available 6:30 PM Introductions & Presentations • 7:00 PM Q & A

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Breaking The Silence – Child Abuse Community Awareness Event 2011

Saturday, April 23 · 1:00pm – 5:00pm The Big Red Church, 2131 N. Van Ness Blvd. This year’s event will once again feature Dakota Draconi, activist, parent, abuse survivor, and dynamic public speaker. Her topic will be Child Abuse in America. Dakota is a powerful speaker, who addresses over 2500 people per year in her

The “RED” Party – A Fundraiser for WeC.A.R.E.

Club Legends hosts The “RED” Party. April 17th from 4-8pmA Fundraiser for WeC.A.R.E. Fresno with a special Cover Girls Show at 9pmTickets are available at WeC.A.R.E., The Livingroom, or Community Specialty Health Clinic Tickets are just $5.00 at the door. With door prizes, information booths, BBQ, and faffles sponsored by: ONE Next Generation Condoms, Gay