http://www.kentuckylgbt.org kyLGBT.org Sun, 14 Mar 2010 03:24:06 CDT en-us http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1290737 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1290737 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 06:36:41 CST Both organizations are opposed to the legislation because treatment options change rapidly, making it imperative that all health care professionals know the physical manifestations of HIV/AIDS. http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1290180 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1290180 Thu, 04 Feb 2010 11:29:32 CST Kentucky Equality Federation's Office of the President, which consists of the president, a Advisor for Discrimination and Youth Outreach, and an Assistant for Administration and Communications has issued a direct appeal to Kentucky Senate President David L. Williams to pass House Bill 118. http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1289023 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1289023 Sat, 23 Jan 2010 11:42:53 CST The Kentucky Supreme Court upheld a joint custody arrangement for a one-time lesbian couple who were rearing a child together before splitting up. On Friday, the Commonwealth's highest court ruled that the couple reached a valid custody agreement and that one of the women, Arminta Jane Mullins, acted as a "de facto parent" with her partner, Phyllis Dianne Picklesimer. http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1282583 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1282583 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:19:09 CST Kentucky Equality Federation applauds legislation pre-filed by Representative Mary Lou Marzian (BR 93) to place the issue of same-sex marriage or civil unions back in the hands of Kentucky citizens. http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1278059 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1278059 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 00:52:32 CDT An article recently appeared in a Southern Kentucky newspaper chastising the University of Kentucky for offering 'homosexual' benefits, and attributing this to UK's 'fall in national rankings.' http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1265669 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1265669 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:26:51 CDT Kentucky Equality Federation applauds the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for suing the U.S. government for intruding on states' rights with the 1996 federal Defense of Marriage Act. http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1265298 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1265298 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 04:55:49 CDT The University of the Cumberlands is an institution of learning and is meant to inspire young minds to become the leaders of tomorrow, but with the backwards policies of the University leaders, they are indeed causing the downfall of progress as we know it. http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1264948 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1264948 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:33:35 CDT As requested by reporters, Kentucky Equality Federation today released the following statement regarding the University of Cumberlands rejecting assistance from the Broadway Baptist Church. http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1258265 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1258265 Fri, 01 May 2009 18:10:24 CDT Kentucky Equality Federation received reports that a Franklin County High School official allegedly sent an email to teachers instructing them not to allow homosexuals to leave class to use the restroom. http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1254632 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1254632 Sat, 11 Apr 2009 19:02:38 CDT On Easter Sunday, April 12, 2009, Kentucky Equality Federation is giving back to an organization that gives so much to youth and the community. Kentucky Equality Federation is donating thirty (30) 'survival kits' to the children of We Care, containing everyday necessities such as shampoo, conditioner, soap, deodorant, body spray, toothbrushes and toothpaste, mouthwash, etc. http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1249844 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1249844 Thu, 05 Mar 2009 18:57:21 CST "It is a disgrace that members of Kentucky's Senate are using children as political pawns against the gay and lesbian population of Kentucky," stated Kentucky Equality Federation's Managing Director, Laura Reed. Kentucky Equality Federation believes the legislation will die in the House of Representatives should it pass the full Senate. http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1249355 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1249355 Mon, 02 Mar 2009 20:34:53 CST Kentucky Equality Federation announced today the appointment of Laura Reed as its first Managing Director. "We are thrilled to have found someone of Laura Reed's caliber and experience," said Kentucky Equality Federation Board Member Michael Hollingsworth. "Laura brings commitment, respect, community awareness, bridge building, and communication as an activist." http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1247618 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1247618 Fri, 20 Feb 2009 16:27:15 CST Kentucky Equality Federation condemns Senate Bill 68 filed by Senator Gary Tapp (R). Senate Bill 68 would make it illegal for any 'unmarried couple' to adopt a child or serve as foster parents in Kentucky. http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1245817 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1245817 Mon, 09 Feb 2009 09:20:53 CST On National Freedom to Marry Day, February 12, 2009, same-sex couples across the Commonwealth will request marriage licenses for same-sex couples at local County Clerk's Offices to raise awareness of the harms and impact the inability to marry causes on their families. http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1243941 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1243941 Wed, 28 Jan 2009 01:32:40 CST Kentucky Equality Federation today announced additional outreach programs to target ‘tomorrow's leaders.' Anderson and Morrison will be in contact with school administrations across the Commonwealth in addition to reaching out to any gay-straight alliances currently in place at each middle school, high school, college, and university. http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1238241 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1238241 Sat, 27 Dec 2008 06:45:00 CST Smokers are protected from discrimination, yet people are not protected for being themselves. We urge the Kentucky Senate to heed the recommendation of the Kentucky Commission of Human Rights and add sexual orientation and gender identity as a protected class. http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1235950 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1235950 Wed, 17 Dec 2008 22:52:06 CST On December 18, 2008 the United Nations General Assembly will hear a critical statement on gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender rights. The statement, endorsed by more than 50 countries across the globe calling for an end to rights abuses based on sexual orientation and gender identity. http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1235471 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1235471 Mon, 15 Dec 2008 13:12:03 CST Kentucky Equality Federation wishes to express its sincere gratitude and appreciation to students of the Basic Public Speaking class at the University of Louisville. http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1235498 http://www.kentuckylgbt.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/1235498 Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:56:51 CST Kentucky Equality Federation President Palmer issued a statement this morning about about anti-LGBT amendments in Arkansas, Arizona, California, and Florida.