In Memoriam – Those we Lost in 2017
We saw the passing of many talented people in 2017 and many of them were a part of our LGBT+ community. Here are a few of the bright lights we lost this year.
December 31, 2017
Lauren Means
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Penny Campbell Honored in East Nashville
Tennessee’s First LGBT+ Historical Marker Unveiled – If you don’t know Penny Campbell’s story, you are missing out. Penny’s story begins back in 1953…
December 9, 2017
Discover Middle Tennessee: 8 Holiday Events off the Beaten Path
Discover Middle Tennessee: Holiday events and ideas you may not have thought of to kick off the season … off the beaten path in Middle Tennessee.
November 23, 2017
Perfect Harmony: Major Minors is Welcoming Sound
Major Minors is all inclusive and provides young people ages 14 to 18 a safe place to celebrate their diversity. Be yourself without apology.
November 22, 2017
Transgender Day of Remembrance: MT Lambda Hopes to Keep the Memories of Victims Alive
Middle Tennessee State University’s (MTSU) LGBT+ student organization, MT Lambda, will observe Transgender Day Of Remembrance (TDOR) on Nov. 18 with an evening vigil and guest speaker in front of the Student Union. They will have an open meeting on Nov. 8 for TDOR preparations for anyone wanting to participate.
November 8, 2017
Available Resources for you and Your Loved Ones
Resources for LGBT senior citizens: 2.4 million people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT) are age 65 or older.
November 7, 2017
REVIEW: Together Tour – Live: an Evening of Empowerment
You can feel the support and inspiration in the room. As everyone is watching the love story of Glennon Doyle and Abby Wambach unfold in the pre-recorded video, the room is silent.
October 24, 2017
15th Annual Nashville Black Pride
The 15th Annual Nashville Black Pride (NBP) was held Oct. 12 – Oct. 15 with various events held throughout the city. This year’s theme was “Stronger Together” and opened Thursday night with an awards dinner and special performance featuring LHIV 2 Zero and Nashville in Harmony (NiH).
October 21, 2017
“It’s Just who I Am”
Identity can be simple for some but for others it can be exhausting. First, there is the internal struggle one must deal with on a daily basis. Then, there is the added scrutiny and input from all sides- family, friends, co-workers, medical community, social media- the list goes on and on. There is no handbook to help navigate this complex journey.
September 11, 2017
“Take a Minute, Change a Life”
Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. It is recognized on September 10th and this year marks the 15th anniversary of the initiative brought about by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) and endorsed by the World Health Organization (WHO).
September 10, 2017
