Fenway Health, the Transgender Emergency Fund of Massachusetts and the Boston Alliance of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Youth this week sued the federal government to stop a proposed rule that would let healthcare providers discriminate against transgender people. Read more.
Great Massachusetts political ad in 2018 or greatest Massachusetts political ad in 2018? Bonus: Videoed at West Roxbury's Porter Cafe. Language is NSFW and NSFYankeesFans.
If you agree that trans people deserve the same rights as everybody else, and want to show it in these increasingly dark days, you'll vote Yes on Question 3. And if you have time, you might even attend the Rally for Transgender Rights, 1 p.m. on Sunday at the 54th Massachusetts memorial at Boston Common, across from the State House.
Trans rights march in Post Office Square, where DoE has offices. Photo by Jed Hresko.
Both Mayor Walsh and School Superintendent Tommy Change reaffirmed their commitment to protecting transgender students, the day after the Trump administration told schools they no longer had to do so - and never mind he once promised to protect them.
In a statement, Mayor Walsh said: Read more.
Boston, Mass. – March 17, 2014 – SpeakOUT, the nation’s oldest gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex and allies (GLBTQI) speakers bureau, will hold its bi-annual speaker training on Saturday and Sunday, April 26 and 27, at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, MA.
“Our motto is ‘Ask Us Anything,’” said SpeakOUT member Julie Dorley. “We tell our stories, speaking from our own experiences and answer audience questions honestly and openly. Our approach helps put audiences at ease and builds greater understanding about GLBTQI lives and issues.”
Join Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders at our annual Summer Party held outside in the heart of Provincetown, MA on Saturday, July 27 from 4:00-7:00PM. Enjoy the view of the harbor, mingle with other GLAD supporters and learn more about our ground-breaking cases.
Tickets are $75 online | $85 on site | $30 student
Purchase at www.glad.org/events.
Don't miss our amazing auction and celebrity auctioneer Kate Clinton. You don't have to be present to win. Travel packages, restaurants, massages, and much more - something for everyone!
RSVP at www.glad.org/events - and get a printed name tag!
Join Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders on Wednesday, February 27 at our next GLADHour, a happy hour for fans of equal justice for all! Enjoy great food and drinks in a relaxed and fun atmosphere at Lir on Boylston, while networking with fellow supporters of LGBTQ equality.
Donation: $5-$20+ (at the door).
Raffle ticket for every $10.
Win a $25 iTunes gift card!
GLADHours are hosted 3 times a year in conjunction with the Mass LGBTQ Bar Association. Join us this time to learn more about GLAD's transgender advocacy from Jennifer L. Levi, director of GLAD's Transgender Rights Project and one of our nation's leading experts on transgender legal issues.
Transgender people face the most basic and blatant discrimination every day - from being denied access to employment, housing, or healthcare, to being physically attacked because of the way they look or dress. Through the Transgender Rights Project, GLAD puts our litigation, legislative, and educational assets to work in a focused way to establish clear legal protections for the transgender community. Join us to learn more!
Complimentary hors d'oeuvres thanks to our sponsor Reproductive Science Center • Cash bar
Spread the word! Invite friends to this Facebook event page. https://www.facebook.com/events/545328868818567/
GLADHour, a happy hour for fans of equal justice for all! Enjoy great food and drinks in a relaxed and fun atmosphere while networking with fellow supporters of LGBTQ equality.
Join us to hear from Vickie Henry, GLAD Senior Staff Attorney, about how GLAD aims to broaden and deepen its work to generate systemic change that builds a just, inclusive, and affirming environment for all LGBTQ youth and the children of LGBT parents.
May 30, 6-8:30pm at The Middle East, 480 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge
Are you a fan of equal justice for all? Join Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders on Wednesday, February 22nd at our next GLADHour, a free after-work happy hour! Enjoy great food and drinks in a relaxed and fun atmosphere while networking with fellow supporters of LGBT equality.
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
6 pm – 8:30 pm
Bella Luna / Milky Way
284 Amory Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
RSVP at www.glad.org/events (newcomers always welcome!)
Keshet's Training Institute for Jewish Educators
May 31 - June 3, 2009
Pearlstone Retreat Center, MD
Apply online!
Join this national gathering of educators, clergy, youth professionals and community leaders to learn:
Need a break from the stress of (looking for) work, the economy, and everyday life? Looking for something to do that is fun, cheap, and progressive?
We're heading to the Garment District for Thrifting for Justice on Thursday, March 12 at 6pm!
Seeing as the Keshet office is in an old brewery building, it's about time we had a beer tasting event! Join us for an evening of fine brews as our beer expert imparts some hoppy knowledge.
Details:
Sunday, April 19, 7:10-8:30 pm
Keshet member's home, South Boston, MA
Cost: $15
RSVP for contact info by Tuesday, April 14 to Elyssa at [email protected] or 617-524-9227.
Ahhh, Sunday -- the time for sleeping in, reading newspapers, and having some delicious brunch. Join the 20s and 30s crowd for a lazy morning of pancakes, fruit, and good company.
Details:
Sunday, April 5, 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Keshet member's home, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Cost: $5
RSVP for contact info by Thursday, April 2 to Elyssa at [email protected] or 617-524-9227.
Keshet's Shabbat potluck was such a success that we're making it a regular event. Join us the last Friday of every month for a relaxed Shabbat meal. Bring a favorite vegetarian dish to share. All ages welcome!
Details:
Friday, February 27, 7 - 9 pm
Keshet member's home, Jamaica Plain
RSVP for location by Thursday, February 26 to Elyssa at [email protected] or 617-524-9227.
It’s time for everyone’s favorite Jewish drag holiday - PURIM! Embrace your inner fashion designer and create a fabulous costume. (Then join us at the Gragger Purim Party on March 21 to show off your new costume!)
Details:
Thursday, March 5, 7 - 9 pm
Workmen’s Circle, 1762 Beacon St., Brookline, MA
RSVP by March 4 to Elyssa at [email protected] or 617-524-9227.
Join us at Temple Ohabei Shalom for a special GLBT Shabbat with Ben Klein, a senior attorney at GLAD and the lead counsel in the case that brought marriage equality to Connecticut. Ben will share his thoughts about the legal road ahead for GLBT rights. Grab a snack and schmooze at the oneg following services.
Details:
Friday, March 6, 7:30 pm
Temple Ohabei Shalom, 1187 Beacon St., Brookline, MA
RSVP by March 4 to Elyssa at [email protected] or 617-524-9227.
All are welcome!
Details:
Monday, March 9, 6-8 pm
Keshet office, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA
Please RSVP to Elyssa at [email protected] or 617.524.9227.
Keshet’s Transgender Working Group (TWiG) works for transgender inclusion within Keshet and the greater Jewish community, offering educational programs and social support for transgender Jews and allies.
Bring the kids - or just act like one - and help us kick-off our new Keshet Parents' Group. Whether your specialty is strikes or gutter balls, you've gotta love those funny-looking shoes.
Details:
Sunday, March 22, 2-4 pm
Lanes and Games, 195 Concord Tpke. (Route 2 E), Cambridge, MA
Cost: $4.75 game (per person), $3.00 shoe rental
RSVP by March 19 to Elyssa at [email protected] or 617-524-9227.
Keshet's Shabbat potluck was such a success that we're making it a regular event. Join Keshet the last Friday of every month for a relaxed Shabbat meal. Bring a favorite vegetarian dish to share. All ages welcome!
Want to host a dinner? Contact Elyssa at [email protected] to reserve a date.
RSVP by March 26 to Elyssa.
Check http://www.keshetonline.org in March for location and time!
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