News Briefs for 02.07.20
Beyond the Carolinas
News from across the globe for 02.07.2020.
Lawsuits aimed at securing rights for broad spectrum of LGBTQ community
Beyond the Carolinas
These cases represent a broad spectrum of individuals who are pushing “the system” in hopes of securing the rights and privileges afforded to their straight counterparts. Each are championed by Lambda Legal and others.
Veteran benefits to be restored
Beyond the Carolinas
The Modern Military Association of America (MMAA) released a statement that praised Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo for signing into law legislation restoring state and local benefits to veterans discharged from the military under discriminatory policies.
NY to be first in U.S. for veteran staff LGBTQ competency certification
Beyond the Carolinas
The Modern Military Association of America (MMAA) announced that it will provide LGBTQ and HIV positive competency training through its Rainbow Shield certification program to the entire New York State Division of Veterans’ Services.
Opposition to trans military ban leads to proposed amendment
Some congressional representatives want non-discrimination clause in military eligibility guidelines
Representative Jackie Speier of California introduced an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act that would bar the military from discrimination against potential recruits on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or gender, including gender identity or sexual orientation.
LGBTQ military orgs merge
Beyond the Carolinas
Two LGBTQ military non-profits — the American Military Partner Association (AMPA) and OutServeSLDN — have announced that they are combining forces by merging to form … the Modern Military Association of America (MMAA).
Most Recent Articles
- Charlotte Readers Podcast: Kimmery Martin February 18, 2020The post Charlotte Readers Podcast: Kimmery Martin appeared first on Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Digital Branch.Landis Wade
- Charlotte Readers Podcast: Rosy Crumpton and Kamaria Delaney February 11, 2020The post Charlotte Readers Podcast: Rosy Crumpton and Kamaria Delaney appeared first on Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Digital Branch.Landis Wade
- Big Impact with a Small Footprint: Veterans Project Is Building Community While Fighting Homelessness February 10, 2020The post Big Impact with a Small Footprint: Veterans Project Is Building Community While Fighting Homelessness appeared first on Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Digital Branch.Kayla Gibson
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