The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada will participate in the annual National LGBT Health Awareness Week by hosting a healthcare organization in its lobby starting on March 22, 2021. Sponsored by the National Coalition for LGBT Health, the event brings awareness to discrimination and health disparities that affect individuals of every sexual orientation, gender, gender … [Read more...] about The Center to Participate in National LGBT Health Awareness Week
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The LGBTQ Center Starts to Re-Open
The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada is opening up to safely offer in-person support groups and services. Some groups will continue to meet via Zoom. “We did our best this past year as many of our support groups were able to meet online and as restrictions eased, we did socially distanced events outside in our parking lot,” Nicole McNee, The Center’s volunteer and … [Read more...] about The LGBTQ Center Starts to Re-Open
Allegiant Stadium, ASM Global, Hosts First Ever Gridiron Pitch Targeting Small and Diverse Businesses for Contract Opportunities
On Thursday, March 11 and Friday March 12, 2021, Allegiant Stadium hosted their first-ever Gridiron Pitch, a repeat event that will be part of a Diverse Supplier Engagement series. The Diverse Supplier Engagement Series is part of Allegiant Stadium’s community engagement initiatives. The series is specifically designed and curated to provide an opportunity for the venue … [Read more...] about Allegiant Stadium, ASM Global, Hosts First Ever Gridiron Pitch Targeting Small and Diverse Businesses for Contract Opportunities
The Switch Closet ReOpens at The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada
The Switch Closet at the LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada will reopen after closing for a year due to COVID restrictions. The Switch Closet will reopen on March 11th by appointment only and will be open every Thursday and Friday from 3-5 pm. “We provide a comfortable and easily accessible way to access clothing and cosmetics to express oneself authentically through fashion,” … [Read more...] about The Switch Closet ReOpens at The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada
Hope Means Nevada Partners With Children’s Advocacy Alliance to Monitor Youth Mental Health Data
Hope Means Nevada (HMN), the community-based non-profit focused on eliminating youth suicide in the state, announces its partnership with the Children’s Advocacy Alliance (CAA). This partnership will enable HMN to access and monitor data CAA collects in its annual Children’s Report Card, which provides insights into factors impacting youth mental health. Since 2000, … [Read more...] about Hope Means Nevada Partners With Children’s Advocacy Alliance to Monitor Youth Mental Health Data
Pandemic Update 2021: State of Our Hospitals Virtual Event 2/19
Southern Nevada hospitals and healthcare leaders to provide updates on the vaccine roll-out, what is happening on the front lines and the challenges facing providers A year after the world was first gripped by the pandemic, on Friday, February 19, local hospital and healthcare leaders will come together again for a panel discussion titled, Pandemic Update 2021: The … [Read more...] about Pandemic Update 2021: State of Our Hospitals Virtual Event 2/19
RTC Receives Nearly $61M in COVID-19 Relief Fund
Funding part of federal support dedicated to the transit industry The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) received nearly $61 million in federal aid from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) in response to the economic impact of COVID-19 on its public transportation system. Funded by state … [Read more...] about RTC Receives Nearly $61M in COVID-19 Relief Fund
Loving Hearts Adoption Services Launches Birthparent Support Group
Continuing their dedication to lifelong support for all members of the adoption triad – birth and adoptive parents and adoptees – Loving Hearts Adoption Services announced the launch of its Birthparent Support Group, an emotional support resource for those that have placed their child for adoption in the past. Starting on Monday, Feb. 15, the monthly meeting led by a Loving … [Read more...] about Loving Hearts Adoption Services Launches Birthparent Support Group
Urban League Names Emily Buckles New Director Of Early Childhood Connection Program
The Las Vegas Urban League recently named Emily Buckles Director of its Early Childhood Connection Program. Her appointment took effect February 1, 2021. The Early Childhood Connection Program provides partial monetary assistance to families in need of childcare who otherwise couldn’t afford to pay for someone to take care of their children. This program also offers a … [Read more...] about Urban League Names Emily Buckles New Director Of Early Childhood Connection Program
1,000 Dreams Fund Announces Return of BroadcastHER Academy: an Esports and Gaming Fellowship Program for Women
Partnering with Allied Esports and HyperX for a Third Year, Fellows will receive $1K Microgrants and Experiential Learning Opportunities With Industry Insiders and More 1,000 Dreams Fund (1DF), a national nonprofit that supports the dreams of talented young women in need with scholarships, mentorship and other resources, announces the return of the BroadcastHER Academy, an … [Read more...] about 1,000 Dreams Fund Announces Return of BroadcastHER Academy: an Esports and Gaming Fellowship Program for Women