It was an historic first. On March 20, Idaho legislators heard a public presentation from supporters of an amendment to the Idaho Human Rights Act to include the words “sexual orientation” and “gender identity or expression.” The hour-long presentation and questions and answers period, delivered during a joint session of the State Senate and House […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
We’re hiring in Alaska! Are you a talented and energetic person with a passion for community development and LGBTQ equality? If you are be sure to check out our job posting for Pride Foundation’s Regional Development Organizer in Alaska. Regional organizing serves the mission of Pride Foundation by establishing, developing, and maintaining local relationships with […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
The 2013 legislative session has held few bright spots for members of Montana’s LGBTQ community and our allies. That could change on Friday, March 15, when the House Judiciary Committee takes up a Senate Bill 107 sponsored by Senator Tom Facey (D-Missoula) that would revise the state’s unconstitutional deviate sexual conduct codes to decriminalize being […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Philanthropist and community leader Tim Sweeney generously helped raise funds for Pride Foundation during Executive Director Kris Hermanns recent visit to Billings, issuing a challenge gift of $1000. The house party he co-headlined was packed with more than 60 people and raised over $3,000 to support Pride Foundation’s work in Montana. I know not everyone […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Bobbie Zenker is one of my favorite people on the planet. She’s also a tremendous storyteller, courageous activist, and warm-hearted volunteer for Pride Foundation’s Leadership Action Team here in Montana. Best of all, she’s coming to read her powerful new book, “TransMontana” in Mount Vernon and Everett, Washington, so more of the Pride Foundation family […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…