by admin | May 18, 2016 | LGBTQIA+, News, Profiles
Kieran Goodwin and his partner Maliha Reza are the youngest CEOs of an international charity in the world—they’re both just 17. Their charity and Goodwin were recognized internationally when he was awarded the Diana Award for Champion Volunteers. Goodwin’s...
by admin | Apr 22, 2014 | Profiles
It is no secret that Sir Patrick Stewart is a strong advocate for LGBT and women’s rights, the latter hitting particularly close to home for the acclaimed actor. As a child, Stewart grew up in a household plagued by domestic violence; his father brutally beat his...
by admin | Feb 19, 2014 | Equality, Gender, Profiles, Women's Rights
If you haven’t yet heard of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, allow me to introduce you to one of the most rational, powerful feminists of our time. The Nigerian-born author, scholar, and equal rights activist divides her time between her home in Nsukka and in the United...
by admin | Feb 4, 2014 | Equality, Gender, LGBTQIA+, News, Profiles
Janet Mock – writer, leader, friend, and transgender rights advocate – is creating a more equal world by sharing her courageous story, and inspiring others to do the same. Soon after coming out as transgender in a compelling Marie Claire article, the published author...
by admin | Jan 13, 2014 | Gender, LGBTQIA+, Profiles
Laverne Cox is an actress, producer, and transgender advocate who has become one of the most influential and inspirational figures in the LGBT community. In 2013, she broke ground in her role as transgender inmate Sophia Burset on the popular Netflix series Orange is...
by admin | Dec 2, 2013 | Gender, Profiles, Resources & Info
Allison Moon is on a mission to broaden the reach of sex education. As a sex-positive educator, progressive author, and queer woman, Moon has become increasingly aware of the limited information provided to young people about sexuality and sexual health. Sex-Ed...
