With all of the Giving Tuesday requests coming in this season, your inbox is probably overflowing with donation solicitations. Although we all want to give […]
Equality Florida Sings Lean on Me
As we navigate through this new reality of social-distancing, the Equality Florida team is here for you! They are hopeful that this video created by […]
Five Florida Cities Achieve Perfect Scores on Human Rights Campaign Municipal Equality Index
A handful of Florida cities received top marks on the Human Rights Campaign Municipal Equality Index. The Municipal Equality Index (MEI), released last week, measures how […]
Important Fundraisers in Northeast Florida
If you want to give to a good cause, you should participate in one of the important fundraisers in Northeast Florida. Find out which events […]
Equality Florida Introduces Public Policy Director
PRESS RELEASE FROM EQUALITY FLORIDA We are thrilled to announced that Jon Harris Maurer has joined Equality Florida’s staff as our Public Policy Director! Jon […]
Equality Florida Elects Anastasia Hiotis Board of Directors Chair
Earlier this month, the LGBTQ-focused nonprofit Equality Florida elected Anastasia Hiotis chair of its fundraising charitable arm, reports Frances McMorris for the Tampa Bay Business […]
Equality Florida Hiring Two Field Directors
Equally Florida is hiring two field directors! Equality Florida is the largest civil rights organization dedicated to securing full equality for Florida’s lesbian, gay, bisexual […]
A Record Breaking Night for LGBT Equality with Equality Florida
A letter of thanks from Equality Florida: More than 500 guests packed TPepin’s Hospitality Centre for the 2018 Tampa Gala on February 24th, raising more […]
Florida’s Constitution is Under Attack – Now is Your Chance to Be Heard!
Press Release from Equality Florida: The Florida Constitution Revision Commission (CRC) is one of the most powerful entities in Florida politics – and most people […]
Broward County Bans Use of Conversion Therapy on Minors
The Broward Board of Commissioners has issued an ordinance banning licensed medical health professionals from using conversion therapy on minors, reports Tim Swift for WPLG Local […]
Equality Florida and Hispanic Foundation Create Open Doors Directory
Equality Florida and the Hispanic Federation have partnered together to create a new LGBTQ+ resource called Open Doors, according to a press release from Equality […]
OUTCOAST Couple Profile: Cheryl and SueZie Hawkes – A Transition of Love
Although SueZie Hawkes knew in her mind and heart that she was a little girl in her youth, her physical form and society said otherwise. […]
OUTCOAST Leader Profile: Ashley Brundage, VP of The Office of Diversity and Inclusion, PNC Bank
As the VP of The Office of Diversity and Inclusion with PNC Bank, the former President of the Tampa Bay Diversity Chamber, and an open […]
Former State Rep Joe Saunders Returns to Equality Florida
Equality Florida announced on Wednesday that former Florida State Representative Joe Saunders will become their Senior Political Director, according to a press release on their […]
How I Got My Sexy Back at KevynR Salon in Tampa
Some of us spend our lives trying to figure out what we want to be when we grow up, but Kevyn Robinson of KevynR Salon […]
Florida Diversity Council Hosts LGBT-Allies Diversity Summit in Orlando
Last week, the Florida Diversity Council (FDC) hosted the 6th Annual Florida LGBT-Allies Diversity Summit at the UCF’s Rosen College of Hospitality in Orlando from […]
Equality Florida Unveils New Logo In Celebration Of 20th Anniversary
According to a recent press release from Equality Florida, the organization has “unveiled a new new logo celebrating the organization’s 20th Anniversary.” The “new logo reflect[s] the future […]
Largo City Commissioner Michael Smith to Lead St. Pete Pride Parade
Largo City Commissioner Michael Smith has been chosen as the grand marshal of the St. Pete Pride Parade, reports Chris George in the Largo Leader. […]
Support Local LGBT Non-Profits During Give Day Tampa Bay
If your email inboxes seemed busy this morning, it’s because area non-profits are vying for your support during the region’s fourth Give Day Tampa Bay […]
South Tampa Chamber of Commerce Hosts Equality Means Business Luncheon
“I am coming out as someone who needs glasses,” Equality Florida’s President and Founder, Nadine Smith, announced with a smile as she adjusted her reading […]