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Act now so you can vote with your chosen name Join us at the FREE Name Change Clinic! Register: bit.ly/july21namechange Sunday, July 21, 2024 11:30AM-3:30PM Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Raleigh, 3313 Wade Ave, Raleigh Sponsored by The Durham LGBTQ Center, Pauli Murray LGBTQ+ Bar Association, and The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Raleigh By appointment or drop-in, we'll provide: - Individual consultation with attorneys and law students - On-site DIY fingerprinting - On-site document notarization - Support for completing forms by people who have successfully navigated the process Participation in this clinic and follow-up with timely submission of documents will ensure plenty of time to vote under your new legal name. Register: bit.ly/july21namechange After attending, you could be ready to go to the courthouse to 'post your notice of intent', wait the required waiting period, and complete your name change in less than 4 weeks. Please bring a copy of your birth certificate and proof of current address (e.g., a bill with your name and address). If convenient, bring your laptop. Register: bit.ly/july21namechange **** It is not necessary to legally change your name to vote. You can vote using the name on your existing ID. Vote by mail-in ballot, provides you privacy from being addressed by the name on your ID at your in-person polling place. @lgbtqbarnc @uufr

Protections for LGBTQ+ students are crucial. Last week, the Biden administration implemented new federal rules under Title IX (the 1972 law prohibiting sex discrimination in educational programs that receive federal funding) extending protections for LGBTQ+ students against discrimination and harassment in schools, effective August 1st, 2024. These rules broaden the scope of Title IX, explicitly prohibiting discrimination and harassment based on sexual orientation and gender identity. This signifies progress towards creating safer and more inclusive environments for all students. Unlike the previous administration's policies, which narrowed protections, these changes expand Title IX's scope to explicitly protect LGBTQ+ individuals. While this is a positive step forward, there's still more work to be done to ensure full equality and protection. As a law firm committed to equality and justice, we welcome these changes and remain dedicated to advocating for LGBTQ+ rights in education and beyond. Let's continue working together to build a future where everyone is treated with dignity, respect, and equality under the law. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eCj_WnBK #LGBTQrights #LGBTQIA #EqualityForAll #LGBTQEquality #InclusivePolicies #GenderEquality #LegalProtection #HumanRights #TitleIX #GenderIdentityProtection #EqualityUnderLaw #EqualRightsForAll #LegalEquality #CivilRights #LegalUpdate

Facts for 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ Pride & challenges - we need help & support please 💜 & fairness can prevail Over 520 anti-LGBTQ+ bills have been introduced in state legislatures, a record; Over 220 bills specifically target transgender and non-binary people, also a record; and A record 70 anti-LGBTQ laws have been enacted so far this year, including: Laws banning gender affirming care for transgender youth: 15 Laws requiring or allowing misgendering of transgender students: 7 Laws targeting drag performances: 2 Laws creating a license to discriminate: 3 Laws censoring school curriculum, including books: 4

The long-awaited final Title IX regulations were released last week by the U.S. Department of Education. The rules appear similar to what was proposed in June 2022 and significantly impact how universities and colleges must respond to allegations of sexual harassment and assault and expand protections for pregnant and LGBTQ+ students. Learn more in the client alert from Stephanie Wolbransky. Link in comments! #ClientAlert #TitleIX #HigherEducation #HigherEd #EducationLaw #SexualHarassment #Discrimination

The Biden administration’s new protections for LGBTQ+ students, which was already blocked in Louisiana, Mississippi, Montana and Idaho has now been blocked in six additional states - Ohio, Virginia, Tennessee, Kentucky, Indiana, and West Virginia.   The protections, set to take effect on August 1, aim to curb sex-based discrimination and expanded the definition to include discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, cannot be enforced in these states while the lawsuits play out.. Read more about the ongoing legal battle: https://lnkd.in/eUDcrNPb #LGBTQRights #EducationLaw #CivilRights

Act now so you can vote with your chosen name Join us at the FREE Name Change Clinic! Register: bit.ly/july21namechange Sunday, July 21, 2024 11:30AM-3:30PM Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Raleigh, 3313 Wade Ave, Raleigh Sponsored by The Durham LGBTQ Center, Pauli Murray LGBTQ+ Bar Association, and The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Raleigh By appointment or drop-in, we'll provide: - Individual consultation with attorneys and law students - On-site DIY fingerprinting - On-site document notarization - Support for completing forms by people who have successfully navigated the process Participation in this clinic and follow-up with timely submission of documents will ensure plenty of time to vote under your new legal name. Register: bit.ly/july21namechange After attending, you could be ready to go to the courthouse to 'post your notice of intent', wait the required waiting period, and complete your name change in less than 4 weeks. Please bring a copy of your birth certificate and proof of current address (e.g., a bill with your name and address). If convenient, bring your laptop. Register: bit.ly/july21namechange **** It is not necessary to legally change your name to vote. You can vote using the name on your existing ID. Vote by mail-in ballot, provides you privacy from being addressed by the name on your ID at your in-person polling place. @lgbtqbarnc @uufr

You are invited to attend our webinar CHILDREN IN THE LGBTQ COMMUNITY on 19 June 2024 Register now at www.rata.org.za/webinars/ Overview As social workers we are trained to be empathetic, accepting and non-judgmental. However, in many cases dealing with sexual orientation and preferences, this still remains a difficult and controversial topic. How does an alternative lifestyle choice affect the individual as well as their families? What is the social worker’s role when working with families within the LGBTQ community? During the webinar we will not only answer this question, but also explore what to do when your personal and professional values and ethics are in conflict. We will look at gaining a clear understanding of the terms, how to approach issues when personal and professional ethics are in conflict, understanding of the social worker’s role when confronted with issues related to the LGBTQ community or when working with children within this community and understanding of when to refer and the referral process. The participants will be provided with a theoretical overview as well as study materials in the form of presentation slides, additional relevant literature and articles. Furthermore, participation will be encouraged through discussions relating to personal experiences as well as case studies.

Today marks a monumental day in the journey towards equality and justice. We celebrate the anniversaries of three landmark U.S. Supreme Court decisions that have profoundly shaped LGBTQ+ rights in America: Lawrence v. Texas (2003) - Decriminalized consensual adult same-sex sexual activities, recognizing the right to privacy and dismantling harmful stigmas. United States v. Windsor (2013) - Struck down the discriminatory Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), ensuring federal recognition of same-sex marriages and equal protection under the law. Obergefell v. Hodges (2015) - Legalized marriage equality nationwide, affirming that every couple deserves the right to marry. These rulings are a testament to the tireless efforts of activists, allies, and advocates who have fought for dignity, respect, and equal rights. As we honor these victories, we also commit to maintaining them, as well as continuing the quest for full equality and justice for all LGBTQ+ people.

CDT, ACLU, EFF, Fight for the Future, and OTI joined a letter in advance of a House subcommittee hearing (happening now) to express our concerns with the Kids Online Safety Act (#KOSA), H.R. 7891, as currently drafted. We’re urging the House to continue a process of engagement w/ civil society, LGBTQ communities & grassroots advocates to make additional changes to mitigate still extant concerns that it will censor valuable speech/undermine #privacy rights of users online. We continue to have concerns that this bill will be misused to target marginalized communities and politically divisive info, concerns that have not been fully addressed in H.R. 7891, as introduced. https://lnkd.in/dh--uGRw

Fearing mistreatment or lower quality care, many LGBTQ+ veterans may be reluctant to enter Community Living Centers (CLCs), which are nursing homes operated by the Veterans Administration.   The Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center conducted a quality improvement pilot involving LGBTQ+ veterans and the care team.   They identified several areas for growth, including: -Explicitly stating in the resident handbook that gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation are covered by nondiscrimination policies. -Participating in events such as VA Pride Month in June of each year. -Supporting residents whose identities might not be as familiar to staff, such as individuals who identify as nonbinary.   Learn more in our Nov/Dec 2024 issue https://lnkd.in/eDQF-RWM and in the November issue of JAMDA Journal: