In this first interview of our Pride Month series, a human resources wrangler talks about identity, building trust and support in the workplace, and more. via Celebrating Pride at Automattic: “In a World That Wants You to Apologize or Minimize Who You Are, Don’t.” — Discover
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“We are not okay. And you shouldn’t be either.” — Discover
Meg Guliford on being a black grad student right now: “I’m disappointed with and disheartened by the institutional expectation that pressing forward with little interruption while trying to process all this heartbreak is healthy.” via “We are not okay. And you shouldn’t be either.” — Discover
Brené Brown — Discover
Brené Brown has spent the past two decades studying courage, vulnerability, shame, and empathy. She’s written ten books and runs a successful podcast called Unlocking Us. via Brené Brown — Discover
Age of Revolutions — Discover
For those who find it helpful to look at history to better understand current events, Age of Revolutions is an open-access, peer-reviewed journal that focuses on episodes of political unrest and social upheaval. via Age of Revolutions — Discover
Celebrating Pride at Automattic: “Reflect What Is Given, and In So Doing Change It a Little” — Discover
An interview with Automattic developer Echo Gregor on identity, pronouns, and celebrating Pride Month. via Celebrating Pride at Automattic: “Reflect What Is Given, and In So Doing Change It a Little” — Discover
Winning LGBT TV PILOT Screenplay: No Good Deed, by Heather Farlinger
In 1975, a decorated Marine and wounded Vietnam veteran suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder heroically saves the life of President Ford, only to be outed and betrayed by the media, destroying his life forever. Based on true events. CAST LIST: Narrator: Allison Kampf Wayne (M): Bill Poulin Adrian/Patrillo (M): Geoff Mays Billy/Coroner (M): Scott Beaudin… Continue reading Winning LGBT TV PILOT Screenplay: No Good Deed, by Heather Farlinger
LGBT Best Scene Script Reading: What Happened To You, by Alan Adler
Gay boys find true love on their last day of camp, when a life-saving kiss from a near drowning sets their standards for love and happiness. CAST LIST: Narrator: Allison Kampf ZANDER (M): Geoff Mays TYLER (M): Scott Beaudin MANNY (M): Allan Michael Brunet ALEC (M): Steve Rizzo MICKEY (M): Bill Poulin THADEUS (M): Shawn… Continue reading LGBT Best Scene Script Reading: What Happened To You, by Alan Adler
LGBT 1st Scene Screenplay Reading: The Break, by Lee Cooper
A handsome investment banker is tormented by the old Landlady of a seaside Bed & Breakfast when he takes a vacation with his much-younger boyfriend to try and repair their fractured relationship. CAST LIST: Matt (M): Allan Michael Brunet Sam (M): Geoff Mays Train Guard/Woman (F): Elizabeth Rose Morriss Man/Voice (M): Scott Beaudin Emily (F):… Continue reading LGBT 1st Scene Screenplay Reading: The Break, by Lee Cooper
SOCIETY OF PRIDE —
On September 6th 2018, the Honorary Supreme Court dissolved a 157 year redundant law which criminalised any form of homo-sexual acts between registered adult individuals. This law was created by British during their rule over India in 1861 in which they termed it as ‘carnal intercourse against the order of nature’, holds section 377 IPC […]… Continue reading SOCIETY OF PRIDE —
Pride: Celebrate LGBT History Month — PCLD blog
LGBT History Month is an annual month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements. LGBT History Month provides role models, builds community, and represents a civil rights statement about the contributions of the LGBT community. The libraries in Pinal County Library District… Continue reading Pride: Celebrate LGBT History Month — PCLD blog