Philippines: Trans woman stabbed 33 times – a week after Jennifer Laude case (UK)

Aaron Day
http://www.pinknews.co.uk/

to read more, go to:  http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2014/10/31/philippines-trans-woman-stabbed-33-times-a-week-after-jennifer-laude-case/

ezs note;  Why should you vote?  Do it for Mary Joy Añonuevo.

'Voting While Trans' PSA Focuses on the Group Hurt by Voter ID Laws We Rarely Talk About

Marcie Bianco
http://mic.com

to read more, go to:  http://mic.com/articles/102942/voting-while-trans-psa-focuses-on-the-group-hurt-by-voter-id-laws-we-rarely-talk-about

ezs note:  C'mon,  people - 24,000 people who don't vote is 24,000 too many!  Let's do our part to bring 24,000 down to ZERO.

School District in Texas Adds Protections for Transgender Employees and Students

Hayley Miller
http://www.hrc.org/

to read more, go to:  http://www.hrc.org/blog/entry/school-district-in-texas-adds-protections-for-transgender-employees-and-stu

Aizumi to speak for transgender awareness at Roosevelt

http://www.windycitymediagroup.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.windycitymediagroup.com/lgbt/Aizumi-to-speak-for-transgender-awareness-at-Roosevelt/49498.html

Community activist to run for Oklahoma City Council

William Crum
http://newsok.com/


to read more, go to:  http://newsok.com/community-activist-to-run-for-oklahoma-city-council/article/5361819

Freedom award for Sir Ian McKellen (UK)

http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk

to read more, go to:  http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/entertainment/news/freedom-award-for-sir-ian-mckellen-30705355.html

Woman's Day Magazine Features Groundbreaking Article About Transgender Family

Cavan Sieczkowski

http://www.huffingtonpost.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/10/30/womans-day-transgender-family_n_6071090.html

'Trans Girl Next Door' Documents Artist's Transition

SHELBY CLARK PETKUS
http://www.pridesource.com

to read more, go to;  http://www.pridesource.com/guidearticle.html?article=68731

LGBT Group Not Impressed With GOP Candidate's Ad Featuring Her Gay Son

Amanda Terkel
http://www.huffingtonpost.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/10/29/nan-hayworth-gay-son_n_6070396.html?utm_hp_ref=politics

Key LGBT races to watch on Election Day

Chris Johnson
http://www.washingtonblade.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.washingtonblade.com/2014/10/29/5789212/

ezs note: Especially  if you're in one of these races, DON'T FORGET TO VOTE!!! (but do it anyway!!!)

From April to Lea - Transition in the Fashion Industry

VICTORIA LIN
http://www.thecrimson.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.thecrimson.com/column/catwalk-society/article/2014/10/29/catwalk-society-transitions/

Trans woman finally settles 17-year lawsuit against Irish government (UK)

Nick Duffy
http://www.pinknews.co.uk

to read more, go to:  http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2014/10/28/trans-woman-finally-settles-17-year-lawsuit-against-with-irish-government/

Meet The First Openly Transgender NCAA Division I Athlete

Katy Steinmetz
http://time.com

to read more, go to:  http://time.com/3537849/meet-the-first-openly-transgender-ncaa-athlete/

Dolly Parton Chastises Christians For 'Judging' LGBT Community

James Nichols
http://www.huffingtonpost.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/10/27/dolly-parton-christian-lgbt_n_6056340.html

Rhode Island drops surgery requirement for transgender birth certificate changes

http://www.lgbtqnation.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.lgbtqnation.com/2014/10/rhode-island-drops-surgery-requirement-for-transgender-birth-certificate-changes/

Gender-Neutral Restrooms Open at UNT

Emily Mathis
http://blogs.dallasobserver.com

to read more, go to:  http://blogs.dallasobserver.com/unfairpark/2014/10/gender-neutral_restrooms_unt.php

Apple CEO: Alabama must do better on LBGT

Brian Lyman
http://www.montgomeryadvertiser.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.montgomeryadvertiser.com/story/news/politics/2014/10/27/nick-saban-tim-cook-inducted-into-al-academy-of-honor/18011989/

Sexual assault reported at UNI dorm

Michelle Corless
http://www.kwwl.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.kwwl.com/story/27023773/2014/10/27/sexual-assault-reported-at-uni-dorm

ezs note:  If you are sexually assaulted, please, please, don't put it off - report it to the police immediately!!!

Mountainside Care Center awarded for LGBT healthcare equality for second straight year

http://www.dailyfreeman.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.dailyfreeman.com/general-news/20141026/mountainside-care-center-awarded-for-lgbt-healthcare-equality-for-second-straight-year

Same-sex marriages official in six more states: Federal Announcement

Shaun Marsh
http://www.capitalotc.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.capitalotc.com/same-sex-marriages-official-in-six-more-states-federal-announcement/24848/

Eric Holder Calls Increasing Support For Gay Rights 'Exhilarating, Gratifying'

http://www.ontopmag.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.ontopmag.com/article.aspx?id=19743&MediaType=1&Category=26

Prisoner has the right to a name change

http://www.delawareonline.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.delawareonline.com/story/opinion/editorials/2014/10/26/prisoner-right-name-change/17959741/

Philippine Transgender Murder Becomes a Rallying Point for LGBT Rights

Per Liljas
http://time.com

to read more, go to:  http://time.com/3536215/philippines-transgender-murder-jennifer-laude-lgbt-rights/

Marlborough, Massachusetts

Credit:  http://www.marlborough-ma.gov

Pamittan to receive an award from AFP (Philippines)

http://www.angmalaya.net/

to read more, go to:  http://www.angmalaya.net/nation/2014/10/26/5227-pamittan-to-receive-an-award-from-afp

Can Video Games Survive?

CHRIS SUELLENTROP
http://www.nytimes.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.nytimes.com/2014/10/26/opinion/sunday/the-disheartening-gamergate-campaign.html?_r=0

Julia Roberts Opens Heart For Bullied Gay Teens In Accepting Humanitarian Award

http://www.ontopmag.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.ontopmag.com/article.aspx?id=19739&MediaType=1&Category=22

Janesville schools offer gender-neutral accommodations to transgender students

Nick Crow
http://www.gazettextra.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.gazettextra.com/20141025/janesville_schools_offer_gender_neutral_accommodations_to_transgender_students

YOU make the difference!!!

Credit:  https://register.rockthevote.com

In my neck of the woods, it's getting cooler.  And I'm making one more plea for you to vote.  Maybe you're still reticent. Maybe you're right.

Do it for Brenting Dolliole.

Do it for Githe Goines.

Do it for Deoni Jones, 

Do it for ALL the transgender women and men, girls and boys whose lives were cut short.

Dammit, do it..

ELECTION DAY IS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4!!!

Surrey group's anti-gay stance 'sickens' trustee candidate (Canada)

Sheila Reynolds
http://www.surreyleader.com/news/280366842.html

to read more, go to:  http://www.surreyleader.com/news/280366842.html

ezs note:  Surrey voters - election day is November 15. Help Nicole Joliet make her case!

Smith students staging rally Saturday in support of including transgender students

Diane Lederman
http://www.masslive.com/

to read more, go to:  http://www.masslive.com/news/index.ssf/2014/10/smith_students_staging_rally_s.html

Kyrgyzstan: UN urges country to scrap draft law violating rights of LGBT people (UN)

http://www.un.org

to read more, go to:  http://www.un.org/apps/news/story.asp?NewsID=49160#.VErFSWddUl8

‘Groundbreaking’ ruling for transgender Army employee released

Marisa Taylor
http://america.aljazeera.com

to read more, go to:  http://america.aljazeera.com/articles/2014/10/23/transgender-federalemployeewinslawsuit.html

Brutally Attacked Native Transgender Woman Can Finally Speak Again

Simon Moya-Smith
http://indiancountrytodaymedianetwork.com

to read more, go to:  http://indiancountrytodaymedianetwork.com/2014/10/23/brutally-attacked-native-transgender-woman-can-finally-speak-again-157486

ezs note:  She was so brutally attacked, she has no memory of the assault at this point.  Be her voice!!  Call 1-800-577-TIPS (8477), text tips to 274637 (CRIMES) and then enter TIPS 577, or report them at NYPDCrimeStoppers.com.  Please, let's get these vermin!

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I really like Emily's Virtual Rocket.  From my cozy little nest, I can let you know what's happening around the transgender world.  Literally! When I can tell you about the transgender woman who won a tremendous victory, (courtesy of Emily Wax-Thibodeaux  and The Washington Post) I cheer along with you.

But I can't see it all.

Subscribe to your LOCAL newspaper.  That way, you'll have a better chance of seeing it ALL.

Transgender inmate's lawsuit accuses state of not protecting her from attacks

Allan Turner
http://www.houstonchronicle.com/

to read more, go to:  http://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/houston/article/Transgender-inmate-s-lawsuit-accuses-state-o

The Right to Write: How the Disciplinary System Comes down on Incarcerated Writers

Christopher Zoukis
http://www.huffingtonpost.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.huffingtonpost.com/christopher-zoukis/the-right-to-write-how-th_b_6035796.html

Best of Gay D.C. XIII: Lifetime Achievement Award

Lou Chibbaro Jr.
http://www.washingtonblade.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.washingtonblade.com/2014/10/23/best-gay-d-c-xiii-lifetime-achievement-award/

ezs note:  People wonder why I have such a love for politics.  Mayor Vincent Gray is just one reason.  Keep it up, mayor!

Four deputies placed on paid leave in jail probe

SHEA JOHNSON
http://www.vvdailypress.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.vvdailypress.com/article/20141023/NEWS/141029908

Transgender federal employee wins historic discrimination case

Emily Wax-Thibodeaux
http://www.washingtonpost.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/federal-eye/wp/2014/10/23/transgender-federal-employee-wins-historic-discrimination-case/


ezs note: Let freedom and EQUALITY ring!!!

Linking violence against women with HIV and AIDS (Pakistan)

http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/

to read more, go to:  http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/opinion/23-Oct-2014/linking-violence-against-women-with-hiv-and-aids

Judge resigns so he won't have to marry gay couples

http://www.13wmaz.com/

to read more, go to:  http://www.13wmaz.com/story/news/nation/2014/10/22/judge-resigns-to-avoid-marrying-gay-couples/17718733/

ezs note:  Bye, judge!  (what a jackass...)

Push for trans military service recalls efforts against ‘Don’t Ask’

Chris Johnson
http://www.washingtonblade.com

to read more, go to: http://www.washingtonblade.com/2014/10/22/trans-military-forum/

Annie Lennox: I am so happy transgender people can come out the shadows (UK)

Nick Duffy
http://www.pinknews.co.uk

to read  more, go to:  http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2014/10/22/annie-lennox-i-am-so-happy-transgender-people-can-come-out-the-shadows/

When will Jeffrey Tambor peak? (Canada)

Richard Ouzounian
http://www.ourwindsor.ca

to read more, go to:  http://www.ourwindsor.ca/opinion-story/4926430-when-will-jeffrey-tambor-peak-/

Rights group: LGBT Jamaicans are targets of unchecked violence, discrimination

DAVID McFADDEN
http://www.dailyjournal.net

to read more, go to:  http://www.dailyjournal.net/view/story/bb81ceb460da462f91e271d0d2d142a5/CB--Jamaica-Gay-Rights/

ezs note:  This is an outrage!  Please, wherever you live, e-mail the ambassador of Jamaica a polite but FIRM  letter demanding the human rights of gays, lesbians, bisexuals and transgenders - and put some real teeth in it! 

Lawsuit: Detained transgender teen treated as boy

http://www.monroenews.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.monroenews.com/news/2014/oct/21/lawsuit-detained-transgender-teen-treated-boy/

ezs note:  How Connecticut of us... sorry, world... sigh...

Transgender troops seek to end taboo (India)

http://www.asianage.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.asianage.com/international/transgender-troops-seek-end-taboo-859

Support for statewide nondiscrimination law growing in Utah, poll shows

Dennis Romboy
http://www.deseretnews.com

to read more, go to:   http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865613621/Support-for-statewide-nondiscrimination-law-growing-in-Utah-poll-shows.html

Argentina gives asylum to gay Russian who claimed he was persecuted (India)

http://zeenews.india.com

to read more, go to:  http://zeenews.india.com/news/world/argentina-gives-asylum-to-gay-russian-who-claimed-he-was-persecuted_1487769.html

Don’t hide your pride (Australia)

http://www.inmycommunity.com.au

to read more, go to:  http://www.inmycommunity.com.au/news-and-views/local-news/Dont-hide-your-pride/7666257/

Same-Sex couples can begin marrying tomorrow

http://www.torringtontelegram.com/

to read more, go to:  http://www.torringtontelegram.com/v2_news_articles.php?heading=0&story_id=15647&page=34

Nancy Pelosi: Trans people shouldn’t be banned from serving in military (UK)

Nick Duffy
http://www.pinknews.co.uk

to read more, go to:  http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2014/10/20/nancy-pelosi-trans-people-shouldnt-be-banned-from-serving-in-military/

Philadelphia's first director of city's Office of LGBT Affairs, Gloria Casarez, dead at 42

John F. Morrison and Alex Wigglesworth
http://www.philly.com

to read more, go to;  http://www.philly.com/philly/news/breaking/Philadelphias_first_director_of_citys_Office_of_LGBT_Affairs_Gloria_Casarez_dead_at_42.html

ezs note:  Rest in peace, Ms Casarez. You helped thousands of Philadelphians live happier lives.

Getting Personal on Transgender Rights

DOROTHY J. SAMUELS
http://takingnote.blogs.nytimes.com

to read more, go to:  http://takingnote.blogs.nytimes.com/2014/10/17/getting-personal-on-transgender-rights/?_php=true&_type=blogs&_r=0

News Briefs, Oct. 16 (top news)

Amy Cooper
http://www.easternecho.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.easternecho.com/article/2014/10/news-briefs-oct-16

Facebook and Apple deserve praise for their perks (UK)

Brooke Masters
http://www.ft.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/3b74d0fa-5530-11e4-89e8-00144feab7de.html#axzz3GcsHWfnf

Group awarded domestic violence prevention grant

http://www.kulr8.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.kulr8.com/story/26824204/group-awarded-domestic-violence-prevention-grant

Hillsboro, Illinois

Credit:  http://upload.wikimedia.org

Knitting Backward

Jennifer Finney Boylan
http://www.nytimes.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.nytimes.com/2014/10/19/opinion/sunday/jennifer-finney-boylan-knitting-backward.html?_r=0

US to hand over Marine who is suspect in murder of transgender Filipino sex worker (Australia)

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-19/us-to-produce-marine-sought-over-murder-of-transgender-filipino/5824608

to read more, go to:  http://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-19/us-to-produce-marine-sought-over-murder-of-transgender-filipino/5824608

Julie Mack: Election season reflects GOP's shifting stances on gay rights, legalized marijuana

Julie Mack
http://www.mlive.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.mlive.com/opinion/kalamazoo/index.ssf/2014/10/julie_mack_election_season_ref.html

HRC Endorses PrEP & Calls for Bold Action to Expand Access to Anti-HIV Drug

http://www.hrc.org

to read more, go to:  http://www.hrc.org/press-releases/entry/hrc-endorses-prep-calls-for-bold-action-to-expand-access

ezs note:  Become one of the happy, healthy, RESPONSIBLE adults!  If you are one of the sexually active adults - or even just thinking about it - take your Truvada DAILY.

Akkai to speak on sexual minorities at Japan meet (India)

Rohith B R
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/

to read more, go to:  http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/toireporter/author-Rohith-B-R.cm

Now it's YOUR turn!!!

Credit:  http://acluhawaii.files.wordpress.com

'

You know, there are transgenders  and allies who don't see the point in voting.  They might be right.

Except for being kicked out of their apartment, they might be right.

Except for housing shelters (and these are the REALLY lucky ones), they might be right. 

Except for town or city councils who have no clue, they might be right.

Except for Boards of Education who are total airheads, they might be right.

Except  for members of Congress who call YOU "deviant" for the clothing you wear, they might be right

BULLSHIT!!!

REGISTER AND VOTE!!!

True Trans (review)

http://www.punknews.org/

to read more, go to:  http://www.punknews.org/review/12945/laura-jane-grace-true-trans-episode-1

Transgenders and Theology

Judy Valente
http://www.pbs.org

to read more, go to:  http://www.pbs.org/wnet/religionandethics/2014/10/17/october-17-2014-transgenders-theology/24400/ 

EXCLUSIVE Crime Minister: Police haven’t paid enough attention to homophobia and transphobia (UK)

Joseph Patrick McCormick
http://www.pinknews.co.uk/

to read more, go to:  http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2014/10/17/exclusive-crime-minister-police-havent-paid-enough-attention-to-homophobia-and-transphobia/

U.S. to recognize same-sex marriages in 7 new states

http://www.news10.net

to read more, go to:  http://www.news10.net/story/news/nation/2014/10/17/same-sex-marriages-recognized-in-7-new-states/17438597/

Baton Rouge man remains jailed in Metairie murder of transgender woman and her lover

Paul Purpura
http://www.nola.com/crime/index.ssf/2014/10/baton_rouge_man_to_remain_jail.html

to read more, go to:  http://www.nola.com/crime/index.ssf/2014/10/baton_rouge_man_to_remain_jail.html

LGBT Youth Homelessness Is Not an Us/Them Issue

Jama Shelton
http://www.huffingtonpost.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jama-shelton/lgbt-youth-homelessness-i_b_5991742.html

Teen pleads in Oakland bus skirt-burning case

Henry K. Lee
http://www.sfgate.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.sfgate.com/crime/article/Teen-pleads-in-Oakland-bus-skirt-burning-case-5827456.php

Vatican backs away from 'welcoming homosexuals' stance

GRETA MCCLAIN
http://www.digitaljournal.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.digitaljournal.com/news/religion/vatican-backs-away-from-welcoming-homosexuals-stance/article/409103

Transgender woman in critical condition after beating

http://www.metro.us

to read more, go to:  http://www.metro.us/newyork/news/local/2014/10/15/transgender-woman-critical-condition-beating/

ezs note:  Police got a lucky break with one of the suspects being caught on tape. Don't let the scumbags go  free!!!

Aquino urged to cancel military accord with US (United Arab Emirates)

Manolo B. Jara
http://gulftoday.ae/

to read more, go to:  http://gulftoday.ae/portal/05b9234b-18af-47c3-a84b-fc941968dda9.aspx

Lincoln board gets earful on gender training

http://www.edweek.org/

to read more, go to:  http://www.edweek.org/ew/articles/2014/10/15/lincoln-board-gets-earful-on-gender_ap.html

US: Las Vegas launches same-sex wedding ad campaign (UK)

Nick Duffy
http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2014/10/15/us-las-vegas-launches-same-sex-wedding-ad-campaign/

to read more, go to:  http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2014/10/15/us-las-vegas-launches-same-sex-wedding-ad-campaign/

Right Wing Fails to Stop Gender-Inclusive Training in Neb. Schools

MITCH KELLAWAY
http://www.advocate.com/

to read more, go to:  http://www.advocate.com/education/2014/10/14/right-wing-fails-stop-gender-inclusive-training-neb-schools

Turkey’s first 'gay marriage' (Turkey)

Semih Idiz
http://www.al-monitor.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.al-monitor.com/pulse/originals/2014/10/turkey-lgbt-first-gay-marriage-nightmare.html#

Seoul mayor supports same-sex marriage (South Korea)

Kim Young-jin
http://www.koreatimesus.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.koreatimesus.com/seoul-mayor-supports-same-sex-marriage/

Use ‘she’ for Jennifer Laude

Patrick King Pascual
https://ph.news.yahoo.com

to read more, go to:  https://ph.news.yahoo.com/blogs/the-inbox/use-she-for-jennifer-laude-200508656.html

The Next Civil Rights Frontier: How the Transgender Movement Is Taking Over

Nico Machlitt
http://www.huffingtonpost.com

to read more,. go to:  http://www.huffingtonpost.com/nico-machlitt/the-transgender-movement-is-taking-over_b_5974198.html

LGBT teachers to meet President Higgins today (Ireland)

http://www.gaelick.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.gaelick.com/2014/10/lgbt-teachers-to-meet-president-higgins-today/36558/

Column: Treat everyone with respect

Frederick Tran
http://www.theshorthorn.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.theshorthorn.com/opinion/column-treat-everyone-with-respect/article_e04b31e6-5305-11e4-91fc-0017a43b2370.html

Dear Abby: Transgender ex a big problem

http://www.dnj.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.dnj.com/story/life/2014/10/13/dear-abby-transgender-ex-big-problem/17222559/

Scotland to host same-sex weddings (UK)

http://www.eveningtelegraph.co.uk

to read more, go to:  http://www.eveningtelegraph.co.uk/news/scotland/scotland-to-host-same-sex-weddings-1.625396

Marine Held in Death of Transgender Woman in the Philippines

Luis Martinez
http://abcnews.go.com

to read more, go to:  http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/politics/2014/10/marine-held-in-death-of-transgender-in-the-philippines/

Call for hate crime legislation (Ireland)

http://www.dundalkdemocrat.ie

to read more, go to:  http://www.dundalkdemocrat.ie/news/national/call-for-hate-crime-legislation-1-6352893

‘South Park Season 18’ Talks Bathroom Rights, Transgender, Reveals Lorde’s Identity; ‘Yellow Flicker Beat’ Singer Reacts, Retweets Kanye West

Conan Santiago
http://www.hallels.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.hallels.com/articles/9311/20141012/south-park-season-18-talks-bathroom-rights-transgender-reveals-lorde.htm


ezs note:  Yeah, I know that not everyone likes "South Park". (such is life)  But, hell, I do, and this one's an absolute gem.  Don't read the story first (it's rife with spoilers).  It's entitled "The Cissy".    Enjoy!

Comment: National Coming Out Day is still important because we have a long way to go (UK)

Andrew Doughty
http://www.pinknews.co.uk

to read more, go to:  http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2014/10/12/comment-national-coming-out-day-is-still-important-because-we-have-a-long-way-to-go/

‘I’m so flattered’: Transgender Walton student believed first in state to be elected to homecoming court

Emily Boorstein
http://mdjonline.com

to read more, go to:  http://mdjonline.com/pages/full_story/push?article--I-m+so+flattered-+Transgender+Walton+student+believed+first+in+state+to+be+elected+to+homecoming+court%20&id=25941179

Russian rights group calls state legal attack 'insult' (Pakistan)

http://www.brecorder.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.brecorder.com/general-news/172/1231947/

First same-sex marriages in Gaston could come Monday

Lauren Baheri and Michael Barrett
http://www.gastongazette.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.gastongazette.com/spotlight/first-same-sex-marriages-in-gaston-could-come-monday-1.385744

New LGBT center welcomes central Iowans

Linh Ta
http://www.desmoinesregister.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/2014/10/11/lgbt-center-safe-space-opening/17119199/

Ste Anne school adding gender-neutral washroom (Canada)

Ian Froese
http://www.thecarillon.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.thecarillon.com/local/Ste-Anne-school-adds-gender-neutral-washroom-278911881.html

Alexandra Billings, transgender actor: 'Transparent came up when I had nothing to lose' (UK)

Steven W Thrasher
http://www.theguardian.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/tvandradioblog/2014/oct/10/-sp-alexandra-billings-transgender-actor-transparent

Briefly in the arts (top story)

http://www.dentonrc.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.dentonrc.com/entertainment/entertainment-headlines/20141011-briefly-in-the-arts.ece

Bellingham, Washington

Credit:  http://www.fairhavenstorage.com

VALERIE SCHULTZ: Coming Out Day may make road a little smoother

Valerie Schultz
http://www.bakersfieldcalifornian.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.bakersfieldcalifornian.com/lifestyle/local/x1020048716/VALERIE-SCHULTZ-Coming-Out-Day-may-make-road-a-little-smoother

Help us find out why some hate crime victims suffer in silence (UK)

http://www.camden.gov.uk

to read more, go to:  http://www.camden.gov.uk/ccm/content/news/2014/october-2014/help-us-find-out-why-some-hate-crime-victims-suffer-in-silence.en;jsessionid=CB8BFEE6787F50B7442B42C89C76DC04

HIV Testing Rates Climb With Real World Social Networking More Than Other Referral Methods

Justin Caba
http://www.medicaldaily.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.medicaldaily.com/hiv-testing-rates-climb-real-world-social-networking-more-other-referral-methods-306758

It's YOUR right to vote!

Credit:  http://transequality.org

So, some of you are saying, "Eh, voting -- I'll get around to it sooner or later."

Well, guess what, pal?  In one state, you're already too late to vote!  

Crazy? I completely agree with you.  But that's one state's method  of limiting your voice.

If you live in the other 49 states, it's not too late.

But it will be -- very, very soon.

REGISTER AND VOTE.

New play offers local residents and their stories for National Coming Out Day

CANDACE CHANEY
http://www.kentucky.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.kentucky.com/2014/10/09/3471700/new-play-offers-local-residents.html?sp=/99/684/

SOUTH PARK PARODIES LORDE FOR AN ENTIRE 'TRANSGENDER' EPISODE

http://www.gigwise.com/
 
to read more, go to:   http://www.gigwise.com/news/95023/south-park-parodies-lorde-for-an-entire-transgender-episode

Arrest made in slaying of O.C. transgender activist

Adolfo Flores
http://www.latimes.com/

to read more, go to:  http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-transgender-activist-slaying-20141008-story.html

Emma Watson’s UN gender equality campaign is an invitation to men, too

Emma Herman and Mama Cash
http://womennewsnetwork.net/

to read more, go to:  http://womennewsnetwork.net/2014/10/08/un-gender-equality-campaign/

Op-ed: Why This Major Organization Is Changing Its Name

REA CAREY
http://www.advocate.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.advocate.com/commentary/2014/10/08/op-ed-why-major-organization-changing-its-name#.VDUhQMxwZ48.twitter

Gay rights vote postponed by Jackson City Council.... (unrelated)

Will Forgrave
http://www.mlive.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.mlive.com/news/jackson/index.ssf/2014/10/what_you_might_have_missed_fro_4.html

Courier Mail slurs slain trans woman with 'she male' headline (Australia)

Matt Akersten
http://www.samesame.com.au/

to read more, go to:  http://www.samesame.com.au/news/11446/Courier-Mail-slurs-slain-trans-woman-with-she-male-headline

ezs note:  This, *ahem*, "newspaper", is so utterly below disgust, I can scarcely know what to say.  Please  go to to change.org in the article and click on there.  Thanks. 

Trans inmates abused

Devon Strayer
http://www.pointparkglobe.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.pointparkglobe.com/news/view.php/850699/Trans-inmates-abused

Supreme Court Passively Clears the Way for Same-Sex Marriage

Nonnie Shivers
http://www.jdsupra.com/

to read more, go to:  http://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/supreme-court-passively-clears-the-way-f-79591/

New York City Could Ease Requirements for Changing Birth Certificate Gender

JORGE RODRIGUEZ-JIMENEZ
http://www.advocate.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.advocate.com/new-york-city/2014/10/07/new-york-city-could-ease-requirements-changing-birth-certificate-gender

Macon woman says she owes her life to LBGT advocate

Sophia Danner-Okotie
http://www.13wmaz.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.13wmaz.com/story/news/local/macon/2014/10/06/remembering-life-legacy-johnny-fambro/16789043/

ezs note:  Rest in peace, Mr. Fambro.  You will be remembered always.

Homewood (Alabama) police searching for a missing person (small print)

Tachana Johnson
http://www.abc3340.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.abc3340.com/story/26717368/homewood-police-searching-for-a-missing-person

ezs note:  If you live in the Homewood, Alabama area, or travel there, and you know the whereabouts of Cedric Trammel Mitchell, please call the police department immediately!!!   (205-332-6234)

Credit:  abc3340

New National Study: Five Things You Should Know About Aging and LGBT People

Robert Espinoza
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/

to read more, go to:  http://www.huffingtonpost.com/robert-espinoza/new-national-study-five-t_b_5939730.html?utm_hp_ref=gay-voices

Across the USA: Reaction to same-sex marriage decision

Janet Loehrke, Joan Murphy, Julie Snider and Richard Wolf
http://www.usatoday.com/

to read more, go to:  http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2014/10/06/same-sex-marriages-states/16803631/

Labour LGBT envoy Michael Cashman: Morocco ‘must face consequences’ for jailing gay British man (UK)

Nick Duffy
http://www.pinknews.co.uk

to read more, go to:  http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2014/10/05/labour-lgbt-envoy-michael-cashman-morocco-must-face-consequences-for-jailing-gay-british-man/

TEP is hiring a SAFE Tennessee Coordinator for East Tennessee

http://www.outandaboutnashville.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.outandaboutnashville.com/story/tep-hiring-safe-tennessee-coordinator-east#.VDGv2GddUl9

First Gay Catholic Congress To Press Pope For Change

http://thestreetjournal.org

to read more, go to:  http://thestreetjournal.org/2014/10/first-gay-catholic-congress-to-press-pope-for-change/

Lagos, Nigeria

Credit:  http://img.slate.com

It's almost time - and in some states, it IS time!

Credit:  http://www.tgeu.org

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C'mon now.  I suspect you've heard this from me before.  If not, here it is:  VOTE. 

Analysis of PrEP Data Shows High Adherence in U.S., and Among Most at Risk of HIV

Barbara Jungwirth
http://www.thebody.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.thebody.com/content/75066/analysis-of-prep-data-shows-high-adherence-in-us-a.html

ezs note:  Be safe!!!  If you are a sexually active transgender person -- or you're just thinking about it -- the time to start taking Truvada is NOW.  Read the directions on the box or  bottle twice.  You'll be happy AND healthy!

Young trans people still struggling for social acceptance

Hashem Said
http://america.aljazeera.com/

to read more, go to:  http://america.aljazeera.com/watch/shows/edge-of-eighteen/articles/2014/10/3/trans-gender-discrimination.html

Young trans people still struggling for social acceptance

Hashem Said
http://america.aljazeera.com/

to read more, go to:  http://america.aljazeera.com/watch/shows/edge-of-eighteen/articles/2014/10/3/trans-gender-discrimination.html

Young trans people still struggling for social acceptance

Hashem Said
http://america.aljazeera.com/

to read more, go to:  http://america.aljazeera.com/watch/shows/edge-of-eighteen/articles/2014/10/3/trans-gender-discrimination.html

Young trans people still struggling for social acceptance

Hashem Said
http://america.aljazeera.com/

to read more, go to:  http://america.aljazeera.com/watch/shows/edge-of-eighteen/articles/2014/10/3/trans-gender-discrimination.html

Canada: 8-year-old transgender girl says she is repeatedly bullied by school parent (UK)

Aaron Day
http://www.pinknews.co.uk

to read more, go to:  http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2014/10/03/canada-8-year-old-transgender-girl-says-she-is-repeatedly-bullied-by-school-parent/

Organization to honor various local leaders for contributions to LGBT community

http://www.signaltribunenewspaper.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.signaltribunenewspaper.com/?p=25277

Six times human rights laws helped LGBT equality (UK)

Nick Duffy
http://www.pinknews.co.uk/

to read more, go to:  http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2014/10/03/six-times-human-rights-laws-have-helped-lgbt-people/

How do I help someone who is self harming? (UK)

Jo-Anne Rowney
http://www.getbucks.co.uk

to read more, go to: http://www.getbucks.co.uk/news/news-opinion/how-help-someone-who-self-7874464

Why ABC Family is a leader in LGBT inclusion on television

Sonali Kohli
http://qz.com

to read more, go to:  http://qz.com/274639/why-abc-family-is-a-leader-in-lgbt-inclusion-on-television/

League tables vote on transgender student-athletes

http://www.sctimes.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.sctimes.com/story/news/local/minnesota/2014/10/02/transgender-high-school-prep-sports/16589107/

Report shows over 200 LGBT murders in Brazil this year (Australia)

Cec Busby
http://gaynewsnetwork.com.au

ezs note:  216  lgbt people murdered.  76 transgender people murdered.  THIS IS A TRAVESTY!!!

Who’s Real Enough for Facebook?

VAUHINI VARA
http://www.newyorker.com/

to read more, go to:  http://www.newyorker.com/business/currency/whos-real-enough-facebook

'Insides Out' will share transgender tales for all

Sarah Colburn
http://www.sctimes.com

to read more, go to:  http://www.sctimes.com/story/entertainment/arts/2014/10/01/insides-will-share-transgender-tales/16555295/

Study reveals which networks have the most LGBT characters

Samantha Highfill
http://insidetv.ew.com

to read more, go to:  http://insidetv.ew.com/2014/10/01/gladd-gay-depictions-television/

Hillsborough votes to include gays in civil rights protections

Mike Salinero
http://tbo.com

to read more, go to:  http://tbo.com/news/politics/hillsborough-votes-to-include-gays-in-civil-rights-protections-20141001/

Facebook apologizes to drag queens for ‘real names’ policy (Canada)

Barbara Ortutay
http://globalnews.ca

to read more, go to:  http://globalnews.ca/news/1593254/facebook-apologizes-to-drag-queens-for-real-names-policy/