June is Pride Month, an entire month dedicated to uplifting LGBTQIA+ voices, celebrating LGBTQ culture, and supporting LGBTQ rights. Initially inspired by the 1969 Stonewall Uprising, PRIDE Month works to amplify equality, justice, and opportunity for the LGBTQ community and its allies. "Pride is a celebration of diversity, inclusivity, and acceptance," says Jim McCoy, … [Read more...] about The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada Has a Full Schedule of Events for June LGBTQIA+ Pride Month
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StarBase Announces April Programming
StarBase announces its April programming, providing a variety of unique and lively events that anyone can enjoy. The upcoming month will serve a wide range of entertainment, including One Helluva Friday, Starfire, Crafternoons, and Flight School. Additionally, this month will be the last chance for guests to indulge in vegan bites from The Edible Bunch as StarBase will host … [Read more...] about StarBase Announces April Programming
The Center to Host Gender Fest on Saturday March 26
On Saturday, March 26, from 10 am to 4 pm, in partnership with Gender Justice, The Center will host Gender Fest celebrating transgender, non-binary, genderfluid, Two-spirit, Intersex, and other gender-diverse communities. There will be sessions about trans-affirming medical care, mental health and recovery, Intersex issues, gender diverse youth, trans … [Read more...] about The Center to Host Gender Fest on Saturday March 26
The Center Presents Evening of Poetry & Spoken Word for National Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada will host We Speak Life, an evening of poetry and spoken word to commemorate National Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day on March 10 from 4 pm to 7 pm. Local poets will share their gifts of encouragement through the power of words. There will be raffle prizes, giveaways, community resources, and HIV testing and counseling … [Read more...] about The Center Presents Evening of Poetry & Spoken Word for National Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada to Host Events for Black History Month
For Black History Month, the LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada hosts two events on Saturday, February 5. The National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day event from 10 am to 2 pm includes resources, music, food, and raffle prizes sponsored by Black Queer Men of Las Vegas, Minority Health Coalition, and Silver State Equality. Later that afternoon, from 2 pm to 4 pm, the Las Vegas … [Read more...] about The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada to Host Events for Black History Month
Holiday Resource Fair at The Center on Dec 10
It's the most wonderful time of the year to help our fellow human beings. The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada's Holiday Resource Fair will take place on Friday, Dec. 10, from 10 am-2 pm. They will be giving away coats and blankets, and healthcare and support service providers will be available to help the LGBTQ community and vulnerable populations served by The … [Read more...] about Holiday Resource Fair at The Center on Dec 10
Findlay Volkswagen to Sponsor SUV to Local Nonprofit Organization
Over the weekend, Henderson Equality Center, was surprised by Findlay Volkswagen, Melisa Eichbauer, General Manager and staff, with a rainbow wrapped Atlas SUV. This surprise came just in time too, with Las Vegas Pride hosting their annual Pride Parade, this rainbow wrapped SUV will be making its debut in the parade. Mr. Davin, the Executive Director said … [Read more...] about Findlay Volkswagen to Sponsor SUV to Local Nonprofit Organization
Nevada Mining Association Donates Nearly $8,000 to After-School All-Stars, Thanks to ‘Hope for Heat’
Las Vegas’ scorching triple-digit summer temps ended up being a very good thing for one local nonprofit! Today, the Nevada Mining Association (NVMA) visited Diaz Elementary School to unveil a donation totaling $7,700 to After-School All-Stars, thanks to its annual Hope for Heat Campaign. NVMA President Tyre Gray presented the check to After-School All-Stars Executive … [Read more...] about Nevada Mining Association Donates Nearly $8,000 to After-School All-Stars, Thanks to ‘Hope for Heat’
The Center Seeks People to Train as Victim Advocates
As Mr. Rogers said, "look for the helpers." If you want to be one, The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada is now registering people to become Victim Advocates as part of its Center Advocacy Network. Train to be essential to helping empower someone to make decisions, take action, and move through a crisis. The course will start on September 28, 2021, and … [Read more...] about The Center Seeks People to Train as Victim Advocates
Silver State Schools Credit Union and the Boy Scout Troop 912 Volunteer to Put School Furniture Together at New Charter School Campus
GALS, All Girls Charter School (6 - 8th Grade), Opens August 9, 2021, Enrolling New Students Now Girls Athletic Leadership School, (GALS) is an all-girls tuition-free charter middle school, for 6th-8th grade, that empowers girls to succeed academically, lead confidently, live boldly and thrive physically. This weekend, Silver State Schools Credit Union and Boy … [Read more...] about Silver State Schools Credit Union and the Boy Scout Troop 912 Volunteer to Put School Furniture Together at New Charter School Campus