Brian Hosier is the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) at The LGBTQ+ Center of Southern Nevada. Hosier will oversee the plans to expand the HIV/STI/STD Testing Clinic to include pharmacy services and comprehensive health care and other organizational responsibilities related to the sustained growth of The Center. A longtime advocate for The Center, Hosier recently served as … [Read more...] about Brian Hosier Named COO at The Center
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‘Dine Thru’ at the Center Offers a Free Meal from Jackson Grill
You can ‘Dine Thru’ at The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada for a delicious, restaurant-prepared free meal. The Dine Thru is a monthly event where a local restaurant provides one free meal to registrants. It’s a way for people, some of whom may experience food insecurity, to get great-tasting, restaurant-quality food. Restaurants and menu offerings differ each … [Read more...] about ‘Dine Thru’ at the Center Offers a Free Meal from Jackson Grill
‘Antebellum’ Screens February 18 at The Center During Black History Month
For Black History Month, the Parking Lot of the LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada Will Turn Into a Drive-in for a Screening of the Critically Acclaimed Film “Antebellum.” After the Movie, a Live Stream Panel Discussion on Social and Racial Equity Will Happen on Instagram IG. The February 18 screening of “Antebellum” is in collaboration with the City of Las Vegas – Batteries … [Read more...] about ‘Antebellum’ Screens February 18 at The Center During Black History Month
Make Friends Fast at Virtual Speed Dating Event
With Valentine's Day right around the corner, a lot of pressure can be put on romantic relationships. What about friendships? They sustain us and are equally as important. Qvolution is reigniting the 18-24 youth group with a virtual Speed Friending event designed for friendship and community. Although the event is virtual, "donut" worry because complimentary treats will be … [Read more...] about Make Friends Fast at Virtual Speed Dating Event
The Center Names New Development Manager and Board Members
The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada (The Center) named Jim McCoy as its new development manager. Formerly the Director of Production at MGM Resorts, McCoy brings incredible enthusiasm and positivity to his new job at a time when The Center is experiencing an increased demand for its services and programming. Patrick Duffy and Tim … [Read more...] about The Center Names New Development Manager and Board Members
The Center Honors Bob Forbuss with Weeklong Celebration Starting January 25
The Center will honor the legacy of Robert "Bob" Forbuss with a weeklong celebration of events from January 25 to 29, 2021. Forbuss, who died in 2012, was a native Nevadan, educator, elected official, businessman, activist, and philanthropist devoted to many causes. The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada building bears his name, and a poignant bronze bust adorns … [Read more...] about The Center Honors Bob Forbuss with Weeklong Celebration Starting January 25
Dine Thru at The Center Offers Monthly Free Meals
Eating in restaurants is discouraged due to COVID, but with The Center’s Dine Thru program, people can still enjoy a delicious meal. The Dine Thru is a monthly event that features a local restaurant that provides one free meal to registrants. Restaurants and menu offerings differ each month. This month, the Dine Thru will be held on January 26, 2021 and the meal will be … [Read more...] about Dine Thru at The Center Offers Monthly Free Meals
The Center Awards Petzing Perseverance Scholarship
The Center is awarding the Petzing Perseverance Scholarship to three promising students who plan careers in the LGBTQIA+ community by providing culturally sensitive health and human services. The scholarship is named for volunteer Jim Petzing, who upped the scholarship amount to $5000 when impressed by the work of the finalists, all Center volunteers. The recipients of … [Read more...] about The Center Awards Petzing Perseverance Scholarship
Henderson Scores 94 out of 100 Possible Points in 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index
The City of Henderson has been recognized by the Human RightsCampaign (HRC) in the 2020 Municipal Equality Index (MEI). Conducted annually, the MEI isused to measure how inclusive a city’s laws, policies, and services are for the LGBTQcommunity. This year the City of Henderson’s MEI score rose to 94, ranking Henderson amongthe highest-scoring cities in the state of Nevada … [Read more...] about Henderson Scores 94 out of 100 Possible Points in 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index
Silver State Equality to Honor Dionne Warwick and Sen. Pat Spearman; En Vogue to Perform at Virtual Silver State Equality Awards on October 20
Silver State Equality, Nevada’s statewide LGBTQ+ civil rights organization, will honor Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award winner Dionne Warwick (Ally Leadership Award), Nevada State Senator Dr. Pat Spearman (Equality Leadership Award) and Washoe County School District Students for Change (Community Leadership Award) at the organization’s virtual Silver State Equality Awards. … [Read more...] about Silver State Equality to Honor Dionne Warwick and Sen. Pat Spearman; En Vogue to Perform at Virtual Silver State Equality Awards on October 20