When Amy Oatley and Lynn DiVenuti bought ProSuzy, a website and radio station connecting lesbians and the greater LGBT community, in 2015, they were already […]
What Is Florida’ “Don’t Say Gay” Bill and Why Does it Matter?
Over the past few weeks, the LGBTQ community has fought the proposed Florida House Bill 1557, coined the “Don’t Say Gay” bill. The bill has since […]
Battling HIV: A New Weapon Discovered
The Human Immunodeficiency Virus or HIV has been a silent specter in our lives since its discovery in the late 20th century. It has ravaged […]
LGBTQ Florida Insurance Agent Gives Back to Riverview Youth
The insurance industry is all about helping people, and LGBTQ Florida insurance agent Ashley Fox is taking that sentiment beyond her business with community support. […]
Florida Sports Betting – A Comprehensive Guide To Gambling In Florida
When it comes to sports betting, Florida is finally catching up with the rest of the United States. Thanks to new legislation, Florida residents no […]
Jennifer Real Releases New Single on Valentine’s Day
Things are about to get Real with the upcoming release of the song “Touch.” On Valentine’s Day, Tampa Bay singer Jennifer Real releases her second […]
Mount Dora Business Owners Embrace Spirit of Christmas with Letters to Santa
For the second consecutive year, Linda and Jeanette Bokland are bringing Christmas magic to Mount Dora. Their Letters to Santa project is what the holiday […]
Tampa Bay Company Launches New Brand to Support LGBTQ Business Owners
It’s always refreshing to see a local company take a larger role in the St. Pete and broader Florida LGBTQ community. As of the past […]
Senate Protects Nudity Rights on Florida Nude Beaches
Sen. Jason Pizzo, D-Miami, wants to make sure people who visit nude beaches in Florida aren’t arrested and charged for public nudity. His bill (SB […]
Fort Myers LGBTQ Community Gets Support From Nonprofit
Fort Myers isn’t the most gay friendly city. Like many other Florida towns and cities, Fort Myers leans toward the conservative side. Fortunately, there’s a […]
Wilton Manors Contributes to Strong LGBTI Presence in Government
Imagine a world run by the LGBTI population. In Wilton Manors, that scenario is a reality. According to Joe Morgan at Gay Star News, the […]
LGBTQ Institute and Georgia State University Release Landmark Survey Revealing Southern LGBTQ Experience
Survey Data Fills Research Gap: Transgender People and Communities of Color Face Higher Rates of Discrimination, Harassment, and Exclusion Study found in the past 12 […]
Sarasota Author Receives Independent Publisher Book Award
Bywater Books, a small lesbian press has been awarded an impressive four Independent Publisher Book Awards (IPPYs) for its titles. And their Bronze medal winner […]
Orlando’s Rep. Smith Nationally Recognized by The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation in Washington D.C.
Orlando’s Rep. Smith Nationally Recognized by The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation in Washington D.C. Washington, D.C. – In a ceremony with HIV/AIDS advocates from across the nation, Representative Carlos Guillermo […]
Sixth Circuit Rules Transgender Employees Protected by Title VII
Earlier this month, the Sixth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that employers cannot discriminate against transgender individuals, and that they cannot use the Religious […]
Gainesville Commission Votes to Ban Conversion Therapy
Last Thursday, a commission of Gainesville city leaders unanimously approved an ordinance banning licensed therapists and counselors from performing conversion therapy on minors, reports Andrew […]
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 […]
State LGBTQ+ Protections Must Be Expanded, Say Advocates
In Florida, as across the country, LGBTQ+ protections often do not fully protect individuals from harassment and discrimination, reports Equality Florida. Last November, the U.S. […]
Florida Department of Health to Offer Free PrEP to All Residents
Following a mandate from Florida’s surgeon general, the state will offer free Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) to all residents by the end of 2018, reports Bil […]
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 […]
Employment Discrimination Still an Obstacle for LGBTQ+ Community
While the LGBTQ+ community has been making great strides in gaining equality, studies suggest that, as far as employment discrimination is concerned, we still have […]
Florida Gulf Coast University Student Fights Hate With Bagpipes
Florida Gulf Coast University Student Brice Ehmig brought a unique weapon to bear against a homophobic hate preacher, reports LGBTQ Buzz. As he shouted into […]
Naples Teen Shares Gay ‘Glo Up’ on Twitter, Inspires Hashtag
In October, Naples High senior Caitlin Crowley shared a photo of herself attending Homecoming with a male date during her freshman year, next to a […]
Gay Florida State University Diver Aidan Faminoff Talks About Coming Out
In a recent article in Outsports, Florida State University sophmore Aidan Faminoff told his coming out story. He says that, while he knew he was […]
Jeff Sessions Issues Religious Exemptions to Nondiscrimination Laws for Businesses
Last Friday, Attorney General Jeff Sessions issued a directive allowing businesses to discriminate, reports Kevin Johnson for USA Today. The new directive allows employers to […]