Tag: LGBTQ Interests
NGPA Winter Warm-Up 2023 Registration Now Open: NGPA Celebrates 10th Industry Expo
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The NGPA is thrilled to announce another captivating series of events set to take place in the sunny city of Palm Springs. The NGPA Palm Springs Events will encompass a wide range of activities, including a career fair, industry expo, networking socials, a weekend fly-in, member socials, hiring sessions, and LGBTQ+ advocacy breakout sessions.
Scattered Comics’ ‘GENIUS’ on Kickstarter Contains Extensive Story Written by the Late Rachel Pollack
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The first issue of the comic book "GENIUS: The Akashic Avatar" is perhaps the most notable because it contains a story penned by Rachel Pollack, an award-winning trans author, tarot expert and comic book writer who died of Hodgkin's lymphoma April 7, 2023 at age 77, the TINSLEY BOYS announced today.
Actor-Singer Alan Palmer and gentle LGBTQ+ advocate opens a one man show this week Off-Broadway at the HERE Arts Center, in...
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Alan Palmer is pouring his heart and soul into a beautiful adaptation of a historical topic that is almost too hauntingly familiar, poignant and incredibly needing to be re-examined in this present environment. "Chanteuse" is a one-man musical play about a gay man living in Nazi controlled Germany doing whatever he can to survive.
Rachel Slawson Crowned Miss Grand New York, Breaking Barriers and Inspiring Change for Pride Month 2023
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Rachel Slawson, the trailblazing contestant who shattered boundaries as the first openly LGBTQ+ participant at Miss USA, has achieved another historic milestone by being crowned Miss Grand New York. Her remarkable journey serves as a powerful inspiration, redefining beauty pageants and championing inclusivity.
NGPA proudly announces the opening of their most generous aviation scholarship offering in the organization’s history
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Today, the NGPA proudly announces the opening of their most generous scholarship offering in the organization's history. This year NGPA celebrates a momentous milestone: 25 years of scholarships. NGPA is offering over $500,000 in scholarship dollars to their membership this year!
National Gay Pilots Association (NGPA) Stands with Transgender Aviation Community
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The NGPA strongly condemns Sen. Cruz's transphobic statement. Safety of flight is threatened by statements like Sen. Cruz'. NGPA recognizes that inclusivity and CRM are fundamental safety of flight issues. When pilots and aviation professionals across disciplines are unable to bring their whole selves to work, CRM breaks down, and so does safety.
NGPA, the worldwide LGBTQ+ aviation community, Announces New Executive Director, Justin Ellixson-Andrews
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Board of Directors for NGPA, the worldwide LGBTQ+ aviation community, following a comprehensive, year-long process involving member and volunteer feedback, strategic planning and a thorough search and interview schedule, has selected Justin Ellixson-Andrews as the next executive leader of the Association. Justin will begin his service as Executive Director of NGPA starting on February 8, 2023.
One of the Largest Pilot Hiring Events to be Hosted Feb. 2023 in California by NGPA
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- NGPA - one of the largest pilot hiring career expo events in the United States - is coming to Palm Springs, CA on February 9, 2023. The two-day NGPA Industry Expo Presented by United Airlines will bring together over 100 exhibitors, including major airlines, to meet with job seekers and discuss career opportunities in the aviation industry.
Filmmaker Lisa N. Alexander announces her script, ‘My Father The Queen’ Wins Best LGBT Screenplay from Best Script Award – London
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Best Script Award - London selected "My Father The Queen" as the winner of the Best LGBT Screenplay during their Autumn 2022 competition. The screenplay was written by filmmaker Lisa N. Alexander, owner of PrettyWork Studios. It is her first feature work.
Aviation Inclusion Summit 2022: NGPA Partners With ALPA, Int. to Host Fourth Biennial event in D.C.
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Education and awareness are critical to the mission of the NGPA; this is why the NGPA is eager to announce our fourth Aviation Inclusion Summit. This event will take place November 1-3, 2022, in Washington, D.C. This event targets leaders in today's robust aviation industry with aspirations of heightening diversity, equity, and inclusion issues. In addition, it aims to arm attendees with the right tools to foster a safe and welcoming environment for all.
David Vass, Writer, Performer and Monologist Serves Up One-Man Show ‘WHAT COULD GO WRONG?’ on Pay-per-View
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- 71-year-old gay elder David Vass, who participated in the birthing of the gay liberation movement from seedlings, has launched his long-awaited one-man show, 'What Could Go Wrong?' His series of monologues is based on over 70 diaries kept since Vass was seven years old.
Australian Pop Singer Songwriter, T8iana, has ‘THE SIGN’ You’re Looking For
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Australian Pop Singer Songwriter, T8iana, who was recently featured in Rolling Stone Magazine's Global Artist Spotlight, has often talked about her dark past which involved assault and bullying by strong male figures, as she was growing up as a trans kid. She has released her latest single 'The Sign' on 13th May.
Pride Month 2022: NGPA Aviation Scholarship Cycle Opens
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Today, the NGPA is proud to announce the opening of its most comprehensive scholarship offering in the organization's history. NGPA is excited to announce that this year the organization is providing over $300,000 in scholarship dollars, which is doubled from 2021. This is possible due to the generosity of NGPA's members and sponsors.
The Lowell Chamber Orchestra is proud to present ‘LCO Pride: A Rainbow of Repertoire’ for Pride Month
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Lowell Chamber Orchestra is proud to present "LCO Pride: A Rainbow of Repertoire" on Sunday, June 5, 2022 at Middlesex Community College in Lowell, Massachusetts. This chamber concert will celebrate Pride Month by showcasing LGBTQ+ composers from the Lowell area and around the world.
Lowell Chamber Orchestra presents ‘As One’ contemporary opera, on the Transgender Day of Remembrance
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Lowell Chamber Orchestra is proud to present "As One" on Saturday, November 20, 2021, 7:30 p.m., at Middlesex Community College. The critically acclaimed, 75-minute chamber opera created by composer Laura Kaminsky and librettists Kimberly Reed and Mark Campbell with film by Ms. Reed, has had nearly 50 productions around the world and, according to OPERA America, is the most produced contemporary opera in North America.
Upcoming Indie Film ‘The Black Rose’ stars Transgender Actress Hera Anderson
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- 3Films Entertainment has made an official disclosure, confirming that star actress and writer Hera Anderson will play the leading role in their highly anticipated LGBT short film "The Black Rose." At the helm of the production of the LGBT short film "The Black Rose" is Alexander Kurbonov as the Production Manager. Also boarding as the director is Sinan Yalvac.
Boston Gay Men’s Chorus Sets the LGBTQ Experience to the Music and Magic of Disney
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Disney's beloved catalog of songs will be reimagined by the Boston Gay Men's Chorus (BGMC) in Disney PRIDE in Concert, a musical celebration of LGBTQ life, love, family, and perseverance, June 25-26, 2022 at Boston Symphony Hall.
NGPA scholarship program: Over $150K in Aviation Scholarships to be Awarded by NGPA in 2021
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- NGPA, the Worldwide LGBTQ Aviation Community, announces their 2021 scholarship cycle with over $150,000 in awards available. With this year's scholarships, NGPA will have awarded over $900,000 since the program started in 1998.
The Cesario Group Named a Certified LGBT Business Enterprise by NGLCC
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Cesario Group, a Broker Associate at Douglas Elliman Real Estate in Miami Beach, Florida - is proud to announce its recent certification as an LGBT Business Enterprise (LGBTBE®) through the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) Supplier Diversity Initiative. The NGLCC is the business voice of the LGBT community and serves as the nation's exclusive certifying body for the LGBT-owned and operated businesses.
TransFamily Support Services: Calif. Denial of Coverage for Gender-Affirming Care Declared Unlawful
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- TransFamily Support Services (transfamilysos.org) today announced a milestone victory in the organization's mission to build a world where all genders are accepted and treated equally.
Wellcelium joins with Tickle.Life to Grow Sex Education Efforts
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Tickle.Life (Tickle-dot-Life), World's First Community based Discovery Platform for Sex and sexuality, today announced a new collaboration with Wellcelium (well-see-lee-um), a new online school teaching sex, intimacy, and relationship skills through offering live classes, one-on-one coaching, and a variety of quality resources to deepen and grow human relationships.
Drag Queen Story Hour Hosts World Pride Party 2020 via Livestream: Diverse Stories for Kids Across the Globe
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Drag Queen Story Hour announced its inaugural global pride celebration "Drag Queen Story Hour World Pride Party 2020," to be held Saturday, June 27, 2020, at 1 p.m. EDT (10 a.m. PDT / 6 p.m. BST / 7 p.m. CEST) as a livestream. Timed to coincide with the observance of LGBTQ Pride in several cities across the globe.
Hookona Books Presents, ‘Circumcision Scar,’ a Powerful LGBTQ Memoir About Child Abuse and Sexual Mutilation
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Hookona Books is proud to release an intensely personal story that cuts close to home for everyone who values protecting children, First Amendment rights, and body integrity. "Circumcision Scar" (ISBN: 978-1734555806) is the unprecedented story about Jay J. Jackson's 35-year foreskin restoration and how Christian American doctors forced this mandate onto a nation.
The Big Ass Telethon to End Metronormativity: PART TWO – Artists and Activists Unite
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Y'all ready for a second helping? Wussy Mag, Queer Appalachia, and Southern Fried Queer Pride, three powerhouse stewards of Southern and Appalachian queer culture, have teamed up again to bring you "The Big Ass Telethon to End Metronormativity: PART TWO." The livestream event celebrating rural queer artists will air on Saturday, May 30 at 5pm PDT/8pm EDT on Twitch at @endmetronormativity.
All Y’all Yoga – LGBT+ Owned Baptiste Power Yoga Affiliate Opening in Tampa
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Local entrepreneurs and LGBT couple, Charlotte Kibert and Elizabeth Brackman, are proud to announce the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the very first Baptiste Power Yoga affiliate studio in the Seminole Heights neighborhood of Tampa. All Y'all Yoga is a studio that is dedicated to the simple belief that yoga is for anyone.