In February of 2016, the city of Charlotte passed a bill banning discrimination in public spaces based on sexual orientation and gender. Ordinance 7056 was...[Read More]
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Mental illness is a struggle many people face, but it’s especially prevalent in the LGBTQIA+ community because of the discrimination they experience. Further, despite the...[Read More]
It’s been a surreal and somewhat disconcerting experience for the trans and trans-sympathetic community to see such a beloved (and otherwise moderately progressive) voice as...[Read More]
The first time I went to a Pride March and community festival, I left my five-year-old child with friends when I visited the staging area...[Read More]
Ten years ago as a high school student in North Carolina, I did not learn about the historic Stonewall Riots that occurred in the summer...[Read More]
During the month of June, Women AdvaNCe will be sharing stories from the PRIDE community. There is a saying – when you see a cardinal...[Read More]
It goes without saying that the Super Bowl is one of America’s largest cultural holidays. Super Bowl LIV features teams from San Francisco (The 49ers)...[Read More]
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A few weeks ago I was at a concert where I overheard a conversation between a young girl, probably around eleven or twelve, and her...[Read More]
In December 2019, Women Advance will be rerunning some of our favorite stories during the year. There are too many amazing stories to highlight, but...[Read More]
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Every year in the United States, 1 in 5 adults will experience mental illness. For those who seek treatment, their success in overcoming or navigating...[Read More]