Southern Stories
Photo credit: Winnie Miles & Carolyn Allen
January 10, 2018
by Alexandra Bolles, Associate Director, Campaigns & External Engagement

Amid nationwide rise in anti-LGBTQ legislation on the state level, GLAAD and Equality Florida release media guide

The guide contains story leads, a glossary of terms and definitions frequently used in reporting, terms to avoid, and common pitfalls – useful for the convening of the Florida State Legislature on January 9. It also includes a general timeline outlining Florida’s history on LGBTQ issues from 1972 to today

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GLAAD and Equality Florida Release Media Guide for Reporting on LGBTQ Issues

GLAAD and Equality Florida Release Media Guide for Reporting on LGBTQ Issues

New York, NY – GLAAD, the world’s largest LGBTQ media advocacy organization, today released Southern Stories: A Guide for Reporting on LGBTQ People in Florida in English and Spanish. This media guide will serve as a resource for journalists and media organizations both in Florida and nationally when reporting on the LGBTQ community.

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About GLAAD: GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance. As a dynamic media force, GLAAD tackles tough issues to shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change. GLAAD protects all that has been accomplished and creates a world where everyone can live the life they love. For more information, please visit www.glaad.org or connect with GLAAD on Facebook and Twitter.

GLAAD to honor Tituss Burgess and Tommy Dorfman at 2017 GLAAD Gala Atlanta

GLAAD to honor Tituss Burgess and Tommy Dorfman at 2017 GLAAD Gala Atlanta

 

Billy Gilman to perform and CMT’s Cody Alan to host

Special guests include Denis O’Hare, Amiyah Scott, Michael Carlsen, and Zeke Smith along with Cynthia Bailey, Shereé Whitfield, and Porsha Williams from ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta’

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About GLAAD: GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance. As a dynamic media force, GLAAD tackles tough issues to shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change. GLAAD protects all that has been accomplished and creates a world where everyone can live the life they love. For more information, please visit www.glaad.org or connect with GLAAD on Facebook and Twitter.

GLAAD and CMT to Return to Nashville for Second Concert for Love & Acceptance, Ty Herndon set to host

GLAAD and CMT to Return to Nashville for Second Concert for Love & Acceptance, Ty Herndon set to host

NEW YORK, Thursday, May 11 – GLAAD, the world’s LGBTQ media advocacy organization, today announced its participation in the 2017 Concert for Love and Acceptance on June 8 at the Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville. The show champions LGBTQ rights and will benefit at-risk youth. Ty Herndon and CMT’s Cody Alan will host, and the event will feature Billy Gilman, Dana Goldberg, Kree Harrison, Lorrie Morgan, Michael Ray, Mickey Guyton, Runaway June, Ryan Kinder, Street Corner Symphony, Thompson Square, and Trent Harmon.

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About GLAAD: GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance. As a dynamic media force, GLAAD tackles tough issues to shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change. GLAAD protects all that has been accomplished and creates a world where everyone can live the life they love. For more information, please visit www.glaad.org or connect with GLAAD on Facebook and Twitter.

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