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The Fight for Equality is Far From Over
by JESSICA MAHMOUD Originally published on The Montclarion and Queersmatter. Same-sex marriage is just the start of equality for the LGBTQ community. Since the Supreme Court’s decision on Obergefell v. Hodges, which legalized same-sex marriage in the United States, it has become a commonly held belief that the LGBTQ community has finally gained equal rights. In … Continue reading
5 Words That May Offend the LGBTQ Community
by JESSICA MAHMOUD Originally published on queersmatter and Uloop. Sometimes things people say to others aren’t meant to be offensive, but really are. This is easy to do with communities you may not know much about, such as the LGBTQ community. But luckily, it is easy to avoid this mistake if you know what specific words … Continue reading
The Dos and Don’ts When Someone Comes Out to You as LGBTQ
by JESSICA MAHMOUD Originally published on Uloop. “Coming out” is defined as the process of recognizing, accepting, and sharing with others your sexual orientation or gender identity. It can also refer to the time when a person comes out to themselves. Since the LGBTQ Community is often looked down upon, this process can be very hard … Continue reading
The Rainbow Room: 6 Facts About the LGBTQ Center
by JESSICA MAHMOUD Originally published on Queersmatter and Uloop. I go to 1 in 4 colleges that has an LGBTQ Resources Center, but many schools have LGBTQ-specific organizations or clubs. Here’s some of the advantages of getting involved in your school or nearby LGBTQ Center. 1. Labels: In case you’re not aware, LGBTQ is an acronym of labels: … Continue reading
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