George Takei: A Journey of Resilience and Activism
A Life of Courage, Culture, and Connection George Takei is far more than a pop culture icon. He is a living testament to the power of resilience. He also exemplifies visibility and advocacy. Born on April 20, 1937, in Los Angeles, California, to Japanese-American parents, Takei’s life has been dramatic. Continue Reading
First Same-Sex Royal Family Marriage
Lord Ivar Mountbatten, a cousin of Queen Elizabeth II, married James Coyle on Saturday. It’s the first ever same-sex marriage in the extended royal family — and I think it’s safe to say we’re way more excited about it than Mountbatten’s dog, Rosie. The wedding took place in a private Continue Reading
Stuart Milk – Civil Rights Campaigner
Stuart Milk (born December 26, 1960) is a global LGBT human rights activist and political speaker. The nephew of civil rights leader Harvey Milk, he is the co-founder of the Harvey Milk Foundation. He has engaged in domestic and international activism, including work with LGBT movements in Latin America, Europe, Continue Reading
The Legacy of Harvey Milk: First Openly Gay Elected Official
Harvey Bernard Milk (May 22, 1930 – November 27, 1978) was an American politician and the first openly gay elected official in the history of California, where he was elected to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. In 1972, Milk moved from New York City to the Castro District of Continue Reading
