News Briefs for 07.12.19
Beyond the Carolinas
News briefs from across the globe for 07.12.19.
10 Questions with Vic: Dan Reynolds
Lead Singer, Superstar, Icon, Activist, Humanitarian
Dan Reynolds is best known for being the lead singer and frontman of the Grammy award, American Music Awards and Billboard Music Awards-winning band, Imagine Dragons. But Reynolds’ extraordinary success in music and his worldwide popularity are a fraction of what make him a superstar.
Playboy unveils Pride campaign
Beyond the Carolinas
Playboy announced its collaboration with The Trevor Project to help drive awareness and raise funds for its “50 Bills 50 States” initiative. “50 Bills 50 States” is an initiative working to protect LGBTQ youth from conversion therapy in every state in the nation and countries around the world.
Landmark study reflects the lives of LGBTQ individuals who consider suicide
Beyond the Carolinas
The Trevor Project released the results of its inaugural National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health. The survey found that 39 percent of LGBTQ youth surveyed have seriously considered suicide in the past 12 months, with more than half of transgender and non-binary youth having seriously considered suicide.
TAR’s Oakley shares PSA
Beyond the Carolinas
The Trevor Project and AT&T Turn Up the Love, the company’s campaign to support and engage LGBTQ people and allies, has launched “Anytime, Anywhere” featuring content creator and LGBTQ advocate Tyler Oakley who is currently competing on his second season on CBS’s “The Amazing Race.”
Airline makes history
United Airlines Becomes First U.S. Airline to Offer Non-Binary Gender Booking Options
Great news for gay travelers who don’t fit into one of society’s predetermined boxes: United Airlines says it’s now the first airline in the United States to offer non-binary gender options throughout its booking channels.
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