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Welcome to Season 4! It's a new year, and Anna DeShawn is back to guide us through Queer News where race and sexuality meet politics, culture, and entertainment. While Anna takes time to reflect and recharge, we're revisiting a vital conversation with Mony Ruiz Velasco, Deputy Director of Equality Illinois. In this replay episode, Mony breaks down the actionable steps LGBTQ+ folks can take to safeguard their rights, families, and futures in an increasingly hostile environment. 

This week on Queer News with Anna DeShawn she digs into the aftermath of Trump's shocking re-election and dissects its implications for the LGBTQ+ community. Anna is pleased to have Mony Ruiz Velasco, Deputy Director of Equality Illinois, join us as we explore practical steps to legally and personally protect ourselves and our loved ones. Don't miss this essential discussion on how to prepare, protect, and persist during challenging times.  

Our special guest, Mony Ruiz Velasco- Deputy Director of Equality Illionios, and proud queer Latina, wife and mother who shares her extensive experience as a human rights advocate and attorney, emphasizing the importance of continued advocacy and visibility for LGBTQ+ communities. In this episode we reflect on her personal journey growing up in Mexico and South Texas, and her commitment to making it easier for future generations to find support and acceptance, as many young Latine LGBTQ+ youth don't feel safe or supported. The conversation underscores the importance of providing an inclusive environment, to feel safe in expressing their identities, especially for LGBTQ Latine youth and within our communities of color, who experience higher rates of verbal assault, physical violence, homelessness and suicidal thoughts compared to their peers.  We also discuss and celebrate significant legislative victories, such as the requirement for LGBTQ history to be taught in schools, showcasing the resilience and vibrancy of the LGBTQ community, such as the Stonewall riots, the ACT UP movement and learning how to find community and resources.  The significance of voting this year is not over-hyped nor should be sidelined, as over 500 anti-LGBTQ+ bills have been initiated, and some advanced into law, to ban books, advance incarceration sentencing and deny access to healthcare for LGBTQ+ youth, which significantly impacts marginalized communities of color.  With the stakes so high in this election year, the impact of state bills that aim to undermine our freedoms and civil rights will significantly create a humanitarian crisis over the next few years. We highlight the need for community unity and the role of truth in combating these challenges. We are so thankful to have truth sources, such as Mony and the representation of Equality Illinois on our podcast, to continue our needed education and resources to keep communities safe. Resources and links for further information. Gracias.  Resources Mentioned: The Trevor Project UCLA School of Law -Williams Institute Equality Illinois Glaad.org ACLU Human Rights Campaign Connect with Latinas From The Block To The Boardroom Website: www.latinasb2b.com  YouTube @Latinasb2b Join newsletter: www.latinasb2b.com Facebook: @Latinasb2b.marketing  Instagram: @Latinasb2b  X.com: @LatinasB2B Merchandise for this Podcast: Latinasb2b.com/Shop Podcast production by Theresa E. Gonzales and Audio Engineered by Robert Lopez.  To learn more about Latinasb2b.com and how you can work with us in a sponsorship opportunity, please contact us at info@latinasb2b.com. 

What happens when a passionate broadcaster with a dream to be the next Robin Roberts transforms the media landscape for BIPOC and QTPOC creatives? Join us on "Was it Chance" as we dive into the inspiring journey of Anna DeShawn, the trailblazing force behind E3 Radio and The Qube. Discover how Anna's visionary drive and relentless pursuit of inclusivity are reshaping digital media and giving voice to those who need it most. Anna DeShawn is a celebrated multi-award and Ambie-winning podcast producer and host from Chicago, known for her pioneering work in media. She founded E3 Radio in 2009, an online station for queer music and news, and co-created The Qube, a platform for BIPOC and QTPOC creatives. Recognized by the Chicago LGBTQ Hall of Fame and Equality Illinois, Anna is a trailblazer in digital media. In our interview, Anna shares her journey from aspiring broadcaster to media innovator, discussing her passion project turned full-time gig, E3 Radio, the creation of The Qube, and her mission to amplify marginalized voices. She also reflects on the challenges of unlearning corporate behaviors, redefining success, and managing her creative flow. Check out Anna's website or Instagram. Be sure to catch Queer News on TikTok. Make sure to follow this podcast everywhere you find podcasts, leave a rating and a review, and slip into our Instagram DMs at @wasitchance. More about Heather via @heather_vickeryandco on Instagram, @Braveheather on TikTok, and listen to The Brave Files More about Alan via @theatre_podcast on Instagram and listen to The Theatre Podcast with Alan Seales EPISODE TAKEAWAYS In 2009 Anna started E3 Radio as a radio host who wanted nothing to do with podcasting. She was a “serious” broadcaster. Anna wanted to be Robin Roberts (the only Black Woman she had ever seen doing this work) She went to school to learn how to do that and ended up working on online broadcasting in the corporate space. E3 Radio was a passion project on the side. It's important to ask yourself what is the worst-case scenario. Is that really that bad? Get a copy of The Big Leap (get a copy here!) if you're looking to step into your zone of genius. It's easier for Anna to give “of” herself than to give “to” herself and there is not enough content out there at the intersection of race and sexuality. She saw a gap and decided to fill it. The QUBE is a podcast production company and a curated platform for Black and Brown podcasts. The QUBE is to podcasting what BET was to television. Balance comes because things ebb and flow - they have to.   There has been real work in unraveling what “corporate” says is successful vs. what we actually know to be successful for us. Learn how to manage freedom. Anna works best when it's dark outside so she arranges her schedule to accommodate that. The biggest challenge for Anna has been “unlearning” bad corporate behavior. “What does success mean to me today?” It may change and be redefined over and over again. Anna had to learn to own failure because you can't have success without failure. There is no failure, only feedback. Now she sits on new ideas to see how they develop and transform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Today's guests: - Mike Ziri, Director o Public Policy at Equality Illinois https://www.equalityillinois.us/about-us/equality-illinois-staff/mike-ziri/ - Jose Wilson, Director of Civic Engagement Equality Illinois

April 25, 2024 Decriminalizing Adult Consensual Sex Work: Ensuring Safety, Rights, and DignityModerated by Senator Celina VillanuevaPanelists: Brian C. Johnson (Equality Illinois) and Reyna Ortiz (TaskForce / SWAG) City Club event description: In light of increasing violence against sex workers, Equality Illinois and the Sex Worker Advisory Group (SWAG) have united to launch a campaign […]

Jonny recaps last week's LGBTQ Town Hall sponsored by Equality Illinois and Rainbow Cafe and held in the Carbondale Civic Center.

Ken's guests are: - Ben Hardin, executive director of the Democratic Party of Illinois - Candice Adams, clerk of the Circuit Court of DuPage County - Wes Davis, Equality Illinois director of Development

Brian C. Johnson, the CEO of Equality Illinois, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the history of the organization and how they strive to create a world that is healthy, just, and fully equal for all LGBTQ+ people.  Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

There are a lot of long-standing disparities in healthcare, from unequal allocation of resources to a lack of diverse representation of providers. Reset spoke to Neelam Dhadankar, a healthcare policy analyst at Access Living, and Myles Brady Davis, the communications director at Equality Illinois, about how mandated cultural competency courses for medical professionals could solve some of these inequities.

The Respect for Marriage Act is now law. This is a monumental moment to celebrate especially given the makeup of the Supreme Court and Justice Thomas' threats to come for LGBTQ rights next. I had some friends who had the opportunity to attend in person. Imani Rupert-Gordon, Executive Director of the National Center for Lesbian Rights. Cathy Renna, Communications Director of the National LGBTQ Task Force, and Brian Johnson, Executive Director of Equality Illinois. I asked them to record reflections of their experience and I want to share them with you now.    00:00 - Welcome & Intro 01:23 - Queer News Goes Weekly 01:50 - Top Stories This Week  02:18 - Intro Music by Aina Bre'Yon 02:59 - BG Is Home Now 04:50 - Who Will Get The Exclusive Interview? 05:26 - Lost & Found for Podcasters 06:05 - Respect For Marriage Act is Law 06:35 - Reflections From The Lawn 07:26 - Imani Rupert-Gordon 08:53 - Cathy Renna 09:38 - Brian Johnson 11:15 - Thank You 11:34 - Year In Review 15:08 - Honorable Mentions (top 10) 17:35 - Top 5 19:58 - Number 1 21:15 - Anna's Got A Word 22:00 - Outro

For this episode of Randomly Selected, we sit down with Channyn Parker! We talk about everything from her origin story and the beginning stages of her journey all the way to her current roles within Howard Brown Health Center and so much more! Channyn is a Human Rights advocate, public speaker, community-centric leader and Director of Strategic Partnerships for Howard Brown Health Center and serves on the board, at Equality Illinois. Prior to her current role, Channyn served as manager of The Broadway Youth Center's, Youth Development Program, and manager of Chicago House Social Service Agency's, TransLife Project (2017). You don't want to miss this one!

We are joined by Mony Ruiz-Velasco, Deputy Director of Equality Illinois, to talk about the landmark overturning of Roe V. Wade. We discuss what the right to privacy is, what packing the court entails, how to insulate ourselves from potential change and more! Visit www.equalityillinois.us.

Persistent. Lucky. Listening.Progress is progress, no matter how much time it takes. Brian Johnson, CEO of Equality Illinois, was the very first guest featured on The Brave Files. This episode is an oldie but a goodie! Brian joined us to talk about his journey towards fighting for a better and more equal America. Sit down, turn it up, and get inspired to tackle the world!Follow us on Instagram and connect with our host, Heather Vickery here.ORDER YOUR COPY OF F*CK FEARLESS - MAKING THE BRAVE LEAP TODAY, Click Here!Order your Create Brave Manifestation Card Decks here.Check out The Brave Files Book Collection here! Get your BRAVE on by joining our exclusive (and FREE) Facebook Collective, Brave on Purpose. Join here. Share your feedback by emailing heather@vickeryandco.comGrab your BRAVE AF and GRATEFUL AF swag now. 

June 22, 2022 Brian C. Johnson – Equality Illinois – Chief Executive Officer City Club event description: Brian C. Johnson Brian C. Johnson has served as the CEO of Equality Illinois, the statewide LGBTQ civil rights organization, since 2016. In this role, he leads efforts to build a better Illinois by advancing equal treatment and […]

Guest Speakers:Eileen Dordek is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializing in treating anxiety and depression. For over a decade, Eileen served on the board of Personal PAC, which focuses on electing pro-choice state and local officials in Illinois, most recently as Chair of the Board. Eileen is a board member of Equality Illinois, an impactful LGBTQ+ rights organization. She is a fierce advocate for reproductive freedom, LGBTQ+ rights and women's rights, previously serving on the Cook County Commission on Women's Issues and then the City of Chicago Women's Advisory Council. She is currently a candidate for Illinois State Representative for the 13th District.Ann Williams is currently serving her 6th term as State Representative of the 11th District on Chicago's North Side. The former chair of the Illinois Green Caucus, Ann is a leader on issues related to the environment and is working to address the climate crisis. Ann served as chief House sponsor of the Clean Energy Jobs Act, which was integral to the passage of the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act in September 2021. Her legislative priorities include supporting our neighborhood schools, protecting critical human services, preventing gun violence, and restoring fiscal stability to Illinois. She is a strong and unwavering advocate of reproductive rights and was a leader in bringing marriage equality to Illinois. She remains committed to ensuring equality for all Illinois families. Ann has sponsored and supported numerous legislative initiatives pertaining to privacy rights and data privacy. Ann currently chairs the Energy and Environment Committee. She also serves as Vice-Chair of the Judiciary-Civil Committee.Bills mentioned: The Equal Pay Salary History BanThe Climate and Equitable Jobs ActIllinois' Reproductive Health ActThe Clean Energy Jobs Act

Equality Illinois CEO and activist Brian C. Johnson joins Jess on the show to talk about his new book "Our Fair Share," which looks at how America's economy does not currently live up to our core values!

The Legacy Project was inspired the first time the Names Project AIDS Memorial Quilt was shown at the National March on Washington for LGBTQ Civil Rights in 1987 to answer the question “Who would remember those who came before us when we were gone?” Some 34 years later The Legacy Project under the leadership of Executive Director Victor Salvo continues to illuminate and affirm the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people to honor their experiences and accomplishments; to collect and preserve their contributions to world history and culture; to educate and inspire the public and young people, and to assure an inclusive and equitable future. Some of the activities like the Legacy Wall, a one-of-a-kind, digitally-interactive, traveling exhibit has had to be shelved, tours of the Legacy Walk have resumed with smaller groups and social distancing in place. The Legacy Project Education Initiative was launched in conjunction with partners at Illinois Safe Schools Alliance, Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago, and Equality Illinois. It offers a new search portal to help teachers create a classroom experience which meets the requirements of Illinois's new Inclusive Curriculum Law

Have you ever felt guilty for taking some time for yourself so that you can feel like the best version of yourself? You're not alone! Many of us give to others before we fill our own cup! Today's guest is Stephanie Morimoto, Owner & CEO of Asutra, helps us break down what self care looks like and take a glance at it from a new, non-selfish angle. Stephanie is an enthusiastic board member of Equality Illinois, which advocates for LGBTQ rights, Naturally Chicago, which creates an ecosystem for natural product companies to thrive; Global Cosmetics Industry, which delivers forward-thinking insights for products and brand innovation; and Dell Women's Entrepreneur Network. In her space time, she's an avid urban gardener who grows everything from tomatoes to lilacs! At Asutra, they are passionate about helping people take care of themselves on purpose so they can get the most out of life — they call this active self care. Asutra offers over 50 organic, natural remedies for pain relief, sleep and rejuvenation, so you can care for yourself! Resources mentioned in today's episode: Shop BTR Bar here: https://www.eatbtrbar.com/ Discount code: ALI for 15% off your order Shop Asutra products here: https://asutra.com/ Discount code: ALI for 15% off your order Shop Life Simplified Yoga mats here: https://lifesimplified.shop/ Discount code: PODCAST for 15% off your order Thanks to BetterHelp for sponsoring today's episode. Try Online Therapy with BetterHelp here: https://www.betterhelp.com/masterit Connect with Ali on social: @alimcg_ @_lifesimplified Connect with Asutra here on social: @asutra.life --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

“Are we seeking the gift that this person is, and the gift that this person brought out in us?” - Channyn ParkerOne of the greatest pieces of wisdom that Channyn has learned is that everyone on this earth has their part to play. You may not enjoy their effect on your life, but they are on your path for a reason, whether that reason is to nourish you or to teach you valuable lessons.This week on Find Your Fierce & Loving, we invite you to consider the humanity of every person who exists alongside you. Each one of us is full of contradictions and history that we cannot judge as good or evil. We can only recognize ourselves as partners in humanity and accept our responsibility to work on it together.(04:03) - Identities(11:20) - Choosing a narrative(20:46) - Contradictions(31:55) - Partner in humanity(41:12) - Good and evilChannyn Lynne Parker is a Human Rights advocate, public speaker, community-centric leader and Director of Strategic Partnerships for Howard Brown Health Center and serves on the board at Equality Illinois. Prior to her current role, Channyn served as manager of The Broadway Youth Center, Youth Development Program, and manager of Chicago House Social Service Agency's TransLife Project (2017). Channyn is the first openly transgender woman to work in the Cook County Dept. of Corrections, working with populations in protective custody. Inaugural Trans100 awardee (2013). White House speaker, National HIV/AIDS Strategy (2015), Chicago Women's March speaker (2017, 2018). Recipient of the Henrietta Lacks award, Women in Health in Chicago (2018) and Equality Illinois prestigious, Humanitarian, Freedom Award (2019).Do you want to unleash your inherent love and goodness, liberate yourself, and free humanity from the oppressive systems and structures we have created? We are here to support you in finding your fierce and loving life. Join us in Our Circle, a vibrant membership community rich in opportunities for engagement and transformation. Find out more at lolawright.com/our-circle.You can follow Lola Wright, on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter and learn more about my work at lolawright.com.Chicago born and built, Lola grew up in wealth and privilege, yet always sensed something was missing. She sought out aliveness and freedom in music, immersing herself in the hip hop and house music scenes of 90s Chicago. After finding herself on her own at 23, as the mother of two young children, she became determined to create a new experience.Lola is an ordained minister with a gift for weaving together the mystical and material, she served for many years as the CEO of Bodhi Center, an organization committed to personal transformation, collective awakening, conscious activism, and community-building.This podcast is produced by Quinn Rose with theme music by independent producer Trey Royal.If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to Find Your Fierce & Loving in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts. Your reviews help others find the show.

Stephanie shares: - Buying and growing a company & working with Venus Williams - Managing e-commerce and retail distribution - Sleep & stress relief tips to ease anxiety - Guiding Asutra by the principles of diversity and inclusion from the beginning Stephanie is Owner & CEO of Asutra, where we're passionate about helping people take care of themselves on purpose so they can get the most out of life – what we call active self care. Asutra offers over 50 organic, natural products – from natural solutions to help with pain relief and sleep to skincare to bath & body – so you can care for yourself the way you want. At Asutra, we're proud to provide good jobs with career pathways at a living wage with benefits. Asutra is woman-owned and women-led; 73% of our team are people of color; and 100% of our staff would recommend Asutra as a great place to work. Stephanie is an enthusiastic board member of Equality Illinois, which advocates for LGBTQ rights; and Naturally Chicago, which creates an ecosystem for natural products companies to thrive. In her spare time, she's an avid urban gardener who grows everything from tomatoes to lilacs. https://www.asutra.com/ https://www.facebook.com/asutra.life https://www.instagram.com/asutra.life https://www.pinterest.com/asutralife/ Visit WomenEntrepreneursRadio.com for information about online courses, articles & interviews of interest to women business owners.  Deborah Bailey is a writer and host of Women Entrepreneurs Radio podcast. Learn more about her and her books and courses at: https://DBaileycoach.com

Stephanie shares: - Buying and growing a company & working with Venus Williams  - Managing e-commerce and retail distribution- Sleep & stress relief tips to ease anxiety  - Guiding Asutra by the principles of diversity and inclusion from the beginningStephanie is Owner & CEO of Asutra, where we're passionate about helping people take care of themselves on purpose so they can get the most out of life – what we call active self care. Asutra offers over 50 organic, natural products – from natural solutions to help with pain relief and sleep to skincare to bath & body – so you can care for yourself the way you want. At Asutra, we’re proud to provide good jobs with career pathways at a living wage with benefits. Asutra is woman-owned and women-led; 73% of our team are people of color; and 100% of our staff would recommend Asutra as a great place to work. Stephanie is an enthusiastic board member of Equality Illinois, which advocates for LGBTQ rights; and Naturally Chicago, which creates an ecosystem for natural products companies to thrive. In her spare time, she’s an avid urban gardener who grows everything from tomatoes to lilacs. https://www.asutra.com/ https://www.facebook.com/asutra.life https://www.instagram.com/asutra.life https://www.pinterest.com/asutralife/   Visit WomenEntrepreneursRadio.com for information about online courses, articles & interviews of interest to women business owners.   Deborah Bailey is a writer and host of Women Entrepreneurs Radio podcast. Learn more about her and her books and courses at: https://DBaileycoach.com

Channyn is a Human rights advocate, public speaker, community-centric leader, Director of Strategic Partnerships for Howard Brown Health Center and serves on the board, at Equality Illinois. In 2011, the Cook County Board of Corrections set out to implement new policies for transgender inmates. This coincided with Channyn being brought on as a Re-entry Specialist. While working at the jail, she started encouraging the inmates to have conversations that led them to think in ways they did not know they had the capacity. This new thinking inspired worthiness and value in their lives. She then brought in non-transgender male inmates where they experienced common ground aside from their identities and realized that there is a shared humanity amongst all of us. From this experience, she realized the way things are going to get better is if all of us come together as the sum of humanity and let go of what is blocking us. 

Stephanie Morimoto is the owner and CEO of Asutra, a natural beauty company so good that customer Venus Williams approached them to get involved.Asutra offers over 50 organic, natural products – from natural solutions to help with pain relief and sleep to skincare to bath & body – for people who invest in self-care.Asutra is woman-owned and women-led; 77% of their team are people of color; and 100% of their staff would recommend Asutra as a great place to work.Key Takeaways:How a "luck sail" led to the purchase of AsutraWhy she shifted from Amazon to DTC on ShopifyThe double edged sword of selling in national retail chainsThe unexpected way Venus Williams got involvedHow a social mission impacted their hiring processStephanie is an enthusiastic board member of Equality Illinois, which advocates for LGBTQ rights; and Naturally Chicago, which creates an ecosystem for natural products companies to thrive. In her spare time, she's an avid urban gardener who grows everything from tomatoes to lilacs.Links MentionedAsutraPointer CreativeProduct Recommendations: Spray Pain Away Magnesium Oil, Chill Pain Away CBD Magnesium, Menthol Pain Cream, Melt Pain Away Body ButterPurpose WorkforceWeb SavvySponsorsGet powerful marketing automation with Klaviyo's revenue-driving email platformTry Bold Product Upsell, free trialSave 20% on Turbo, a blazing fast Shopify theme - Use code KURT20 at checkoutImprove your shop's search engine ranking with Venntov SEO Meta ManagerNever miss an episodeSubscribe wherever you get your podcastsJoin Kurt's newsletterHelp the showAsk a question in The Unofficial Shopify Podcast Facebook GroupLeave a reviewSubscribe wherever you get your podcastsWhat's Kurt up to?See our recent work at EthercycleSubscribe to our YouTube ChannelApply to work with Kurt to grow your store.

Meet Brian Johnson, CEO of Equality Illinois, an organization focused on advancing pro LGBTQ public policy, building civic power in the LGBTQ community across the state, and getting LGBTQ people into positions of public leadership. Listen to the decisions he was grappling with in early May, six weeks into the COVID-19 Pandemic and find out how lessons in snowboarding have been relevant as he has led the organization through tremendous uncertainty.

Last month, two bills were introduced to amend Illinois' already offensive comprehensive sex ed law: SB 3788, which is sponsored by Illinois State Senators Celina Villanueva (D-Summit) and Laura Fine (D-Glenview), and HB 5012, the chief co-sponsors of whom include the Illinois House's most objectionable propagandist, State Representative Kelly Cassidy (D-Chicago) along with Representatives Ann Williams (D-Chicago) and Michelle Mussman (D-Schaumburg). Then last week, a bill that should be called the “GET OUT OF ILLINOIS SCHOOLS PRONTO” Act (SB 2762), was filed by nine Democrats and will mandate comprehensive sex ed  for all grades. This bill, laughably named the "Responsible Education Adolescent and Children's Health" (REACH) Act, is heartily endorsed by Planned Parenthood of Illinois and by Illinois' premiere "LBGT" activist organization, Equality Illinois, which should tell you everything you need to know about it. Read more...

“[F]or Precious Brady Davis, getting her husband pregnant meant going off hormones.” How's that for a head-scratcher of a quote—a quote that actually appears on the no-longer reputable NBC 5 Chicago “news” website  in a story about two “trans”-cultists who are married and recently had a baby. The pretend-wife is “Precious” Brady Davis,” a biological man who pretends to be a woman. The pretend-husband is “Myles” Brady Davis, a biological woman who pretends to be a man. Myles-the-real-mother is the director of communications and press secretary for Illinois' premier “LGBTQ” propaganda organization, Equality Illinois. This woman really knows how to spread propaganda. This “trans power couple” are in the news again, and again they're in the news for pernicious reasons. When Myles was 20 weeks pregnant, she learned that she would be listed as the baby's mother on the birth certificate, because she is, well, the mother. Read more...

“[F]or Precious Brady Davis, getting her husband pregnant meant going off hormones.” How’s that for a head-scratcher of a quote—a quote that actually appears on the no-longer reputable NBC 5 Chicago “news” website  in a story about two “trans”-cultists who are married and recently had a baby. The pretend-wife is “Precious” Brady Davis,” a biological man who pretends to be a woman. The pretend-husband is “Myles” Brady Davis, a biological woman who pretends to be a man. Myles-the-real-mother is the director of communications and press secretary for Illinois’ premier “LGBTQ” propaganda organization, Equality Illinois. This woman really knows how …

In this episode of “Tales from Around the Water Cooler,” Michael Ziri, Director of Public Policy at Equality Illinois, shares his passion for advancing the rights and equality of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) Illinoisans. Kristen and Michael discuss pending legislation that affirms LGBTQ people in areas such as employment and education. Michael also provides insight into his current efforts with Equality Illinois to provide civic engagement opportunities and resources to various community organizations. Michael advises community members to advocate for causes they are passionate about by leaning in, getting involved, and telling their stories. Get connected with Michael Ziri and Equality Illinois! Email: mziri@eqil.org Website: https://www.equalityillinois.us/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelZiri Stay informed with pressing Illinois legislation! The Inclusive Curriculum Bill (SB 3249) http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?GA=100&DocTypeID=SB&DocNum=3249&GAID=14&SessionID=91&LegID=111033 The status of the IHRA Employment Bill (HB 4752): https://www.equalityillinois.us/about-us/press-releases/equality-illinois-condemns-gov-rauners-veto-of-legislation-that-would-strengthen-illinois-non-discrimination-protections-in-the-workplace/

Here’s something many Illinoisans don’t know about the school sexuality-indoctrination bill created by Illinois’ premier homosexual and “trans” activist organizations: Equality Illinois and the Illinois Safe Schools Alliance (formerly part of the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network).* This bill, which requires that the “teaching of history shall include a study of the role and contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people in the history of this country and this state,” also mandates the following:  [N]o pupils shall be graduated from the eighth grade of any public school unless he has received such instruction in the history of …

The noxious Leftist “Inclusive Curriculum” bill (SB 3249 and HB 5596) created by two Chicago-based homosexual/”trans” activist organizations (i.e., Equality Illinois and the Illinois Safe Schools Alliance) is moving through the Illinois Senate. The central goal of this unfunded mandate that robs schools of local control is to use curricula in government schools to transform the way children think and feel about homosexuality and biological-sex rejection (aka as “transgenderism”). If passed, this indoctrination bill will require that any “book or book substitute that will be used as a text or text substitute” in grades K-12 include …

Jonny, Danette, and CiCi are joined by Anthony Galloway of Equality Illinois to talk about Equality Illinois's various initiatives, the local District 115 forum between representative candidates and the LGBTQ community, and how to get more involved in mobilizing for LGBTQ rights.

Jonny, Danette, and CiCi are joined by Anthony Galloway of Equality Illinois to talk about Equality Illinois's various initiatives, the local District 115 forum between representative candidates and the LGBTQ community, and how to get more involved in mobilizing for LGBTQ rights.

While conservatives squeak “uncle” about the “social issues” from the dark recesses of their homes and churches where they hide, the jackbooted Left marches boldly forward obsessed with making the “social issues” the central plank of everything. They’re especially obsessed with transforming the hearts and minds of other people’s children using taxpayer-funded government schools in which they have an audience of cultural captives. The newest brazen effort to exploit public money in the service of propagandizing Illinois children is a creation of Equality Illinois and the Illinois Safe Schools Alliance, two of Illinois’ dubious “LBGTQQAP” activist organizations, and their bootlickers …

Jonny and Danette check in on Danette's visit to the Organization for the Study of Communication, Language, and Gender (OSCLG), celebrate another successful Rainbow Cafe Gala fundraiser, offer a quick review of some of the recent Trump administration assaults on LGBTQ rights, contrast the NFL take-a-knee protest with Kim Davis's paid trip to Romania to spread anti-marriage equality propaganda, and share a recorded public interview with Mike Ziri from Equality Illinois, recorded at this year's Carbondale Pride Festival.Note: The nale of the Gala Speaker I could not recall on air is Elise Malary. Sh was wonderful!

Jonny and Danette check in on Danette's visit to the Organization for the Study of Communication, Language, and Gender (OSCLG), celebrate another successful Rainbow Cafe Gala fundraiser, offer a quick review of some of the recent Trump administration assaults on LGBTQ rights, contrast the NFL take-a-knee protest with Kim Davis's paid trip to Romania to spread anti-marriage equality propaganda, and share a recorded public interview with Mike Ziri from Equality Illinois, recorded at this year's Carbondale Pride Festival. Note: The nale of the Gala Speaker I could not recall on air is Elise Malary. Sh was wonderful!

We sit down with Lee Wichman to talk about fostering an organization from fledgling to recurring existence, the upcoming benefit to Equality Illinois, how to organize for action, and cat… The post Scapi Radio 06.06.17 Lee Wichman appeared first on Scapi Magazine.

This is the third episode in our series with John Dugan on his new book, Leadership Theory: Cultivating Critical Perspectives. In this episode, we are hosting a panel discussion with the Dr. John Dugan and the three authors of the counter narratives at the end of each chapter. We are joined by Mary Morten, Art Johnston, and Georgianna Torres Reyes. Mary Morten is the president of the Morten Group as well as a consultant, activist, and filmmaker. Art Johnston is the cofounder of Equality Illinois and co-owner of Sidetrack, Chicago. Georgianna Torres Reyes serves as the Assistant Vice President for mission and values at DePaul University. They will discuss their narratives in relation to leadership, social movements, social change, etc. 00:00 - 02:00: Introduction 02:00 - 04:05: Origin of Counter Narratives 04:05 - 06:00: Mary’s Narrative: Leading from Behind 06:00 - 08:20: Art’s Narrative: Social Movements 08:20 - 11:05: Mary’s 2nd Narrative: Relationship-Building 11:05 - 13:50: Georgianna’s Narrative: Positional Leadership 13:50 - 16:30: Art’s Narrative: Show Up to Make Social Change 16:30 - 25:50: Shift in Your View of Leadership 25:50 - 29:55: “Story Most Often Told” 29:55 - 34:05: Georgianna’s 2nd Narrative: Advocacy within Institutions 34:05 - 45:00: Advice for Aspiring Leaders 45:00 - 45:57: Outro

Equality Illinois, Illinois’ most prominent cheerleader for all things sexually deviant—especially doctrinaire and destructive legislation—is cheering the reintroduction of a bill that will make it even easier for gender-dysphoric persons to have their birth certificates legally falsified. Read more HERE.…

Jonny and Danette are joined by Travis Tucker, the new coordinator of the SIU LGBTQ Resource Center. We also conduct an interview with Brian Johnson, the new CEO of Equality Illinois about future directions for LGBTQ advocacy in Illinois. Note: there was a recording snafu with Danette's mic in this podcast; we are aware of the problem and have tried to fix it as much as possible in post-production.

Jonny and Danette are joined by Travis Tucker, the new coordinator of the SIU LGBTQ Resource Center. We also conduct an interview with Brian Johnson, the new CEO of Equality Illinois about future directions for LGBTQ advocacy in Illinois. Note: there was a recording snafu with Danette's mic in this podcast; we are aware of the problem and have tried to fix it as much as possible in post-production.

  Lawmakers intended for same sex couples in civil unions to be treated identically to heterosexual couples in marriages when they passed the Illinois Religious Freedom Protection and Civil Union Act, which took effect on June 1, 2011. Almost 5000 couples entered into civil unions during this first year.  But during the course of the year, through a study conducted by Equality Illinois, it was found that couples in civil unions definitely aren’t being treated equally yet. There is a long way to go before there is true equality for couples in civil unions.