Non-binary gender

The Lesbian Bar Project Honored with Emmy Award

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jägermeister is proud to announce that The Lesbian Bar Project took home a New York Emmy Award at the 66th annual ceremony in New York City. The third episode of the docuseries was awarded an Emmy in the category for Entertainment - Long Form Content. The NY based episode tells the story of Lisa Cannistraci, her bar Henrietta Hudson, and the Salsa Soul Sisters, the longest running organization focusing on lesbian women of color. The Lesbian Bar Project is part of Jägermeister's #SavetheNight initiative, which dedicates funds and resources to enact positive change in the nightlife industry. In partnership with The Lesbian Bar Project the initiative is able to give a voice to lesbian bars and help support the queer nightlife community.

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The Lesbian Bar Project is part of Jägermeister's #SavetheNight initiative, which dedicates funds and resources to enact positive change in the nightlife industry.
In partnership with The Lesbian Bar Project the initiative is able to give a voice to lesbian bars and help support the queer nightlife community.
The Lesbian Bar Project was started by New York filmmakers Erica Rose and Elina Street to shine a spotlight on the nearly extinct lesbian bar community.
Prior to this Emmy Award, The Lesbian Bar Project received a 2023 GLAAD Media Award, 2022 ANA Multicultural Award, two Webby Awards, and a nomination for the Queerties.

Transgender Adults More Likely To Experience Subjective Cognitive Decline, Depression

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

Personal life, Gender identity, Gender, Transgender, LGBT, Cisgender, Non-binary gender, Transphobia

Prevalence of depression was significantly higher for transgender and gender nonbinary adults (individuals who identify outside the male/female binary) (37%) compared to cisgender adults (19.2%).

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Prevalence of depression was significantly higher for transgender and gender nonbinary adults (individuals who identify outside the male/female binary) (37%) compared to cisgender adults (19.2%).
Additionally, reports of cognitive disability, a surrogate for SCD, were significantly higher in transgender and nonbinary adults (24.7%) compared to cisgender adults (10.5%).
Among those reporting SCD, transgender adults were 2.3 times more likely to report associated social and self-care limitations when compared to cisgender adults.
The researchers found prevalence of depression was significantly higher for transgender and nonbinary adults (37%) compared to cisgender adults (19.2%).

Oscar Health, Inc. ‘MyIdentity’ Functionality Supports Transgender and Non-Binary Members

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021

This new functionality, which is available nationwide, allows all members including those who identify as transgender or non-binary to freely input their name, pronouns, and gender identity in the Oscar app.

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This new functionality, which is available nationwide, allows all members including those who identify as transgender or non-binary to freely input their name, pronouns, and gender identity in the Oscar app.
MyIdentity empowers all members to provide Oscar with information including their first and last name, pronouns, and gender (as distinguished from their sex assigned at birth) that accurately reflect their identity.
These identifiers will then be used by the Oscar team when members are greeted upon logging into their digital accounts and whenever engaging with the Oscar Care Teams.
Oscar Health, Inc. (Oscar) is the first health insurance company built around a full stack technology platform and a relentless focus on serving its members.

IKEA Canada and 2SLGBTQ+ designers celebrate stories of love and representation with Love Seats inspired by Pride flags

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Thursday, June 24, 2021

Retailing, Retailers, Personal life, IKEA, Jardine Matheson Group, Superstores, Transgender flag, Lóve, Non-binary gender

The IKEA Love Seats designed by Bianca Daniela Nachtman include:

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The IKEA Love Seats designed by Bianca Daniela Nachtman include:
Transgender Flag #1 Love Seat featuring Nathaniel who shares their story of family love.
The IKEA Love Seats designed by Madison Van Rijn include:
Lesbian Flag Love Seat featuring Jena Nasser & Veronica Harris who share their story of romantic love.
The IKEA Love Seats designed by Charlotte Carbone include:
Non-binary Flag Love Seat featuring Marisa Rosa Grant who shares their story of community love and chosen family.
The IKEA Love Seats designed by Ali Haider include:
Progress Flag Love Seat featuring Waseem Shayk who shares their story of community love.

Gender diversity in business is making strides, yet significant challenges remain according to a new YPO Survey

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Thursday, May 27, 2021

Non-binary gender, Legal recognition of non-binary gender, Gender equality, Personal life, Gender, Sexism, Articles

Overall, 57% of global business leader respondents reported that their companies are somewhat or significantly more gender diverse than five years ago.

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Overall, 57% of global business leader respondents reported that their companies are somewhat or significantly more gender diverse than five years ago.
Women-led businesses report more female diversity on their boards, in senior management and in their organizations.
Female chief executives reported that 43% of their senior management is female versus 26% at male-run businesses.
When asked about "cultural expectations related to gender," 2% of male respondents reported facing this compared to 47% of female respondents.

Gender diversity in business is making strides, yet significant challenges remain according to a new YPO Survey

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Thursday, May 27, 2021

Non-binary gender, Legal recognition of non-binary gender

Overall, 57% of global business leader respondents reported that their companies are somewhat or significantly more gender diverse than five years ago.

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Overall, 57% of global business leader respondents reported that their companies are somewhat or significantly more gender diverse than five years ago.
Women-led businesses report more female diversity on their boards, in senior management and in their organizations.
When asked about "cultural expectations related to gender," 2% of male respondents reported facing this compared to 47% of female respondents.
A total of 2,079 YPO member, whose ages range from 24 to 92, responded to the survey.

ShePlace Has Officially Launched

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Monday, May 17, 2021

Transgender, Limansky, Non-binary gender, Mindset, Personal life, Articles, Thought

Content can also be accessed by subscribing to ShePlace\'s monthly newsletter, the first of which was sent last week.

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Content can also be accessed by subscribing to ShePlace\'s monthly newsletter, the first of which was sent last week.
ShePlace has taken up residence at the recently opened Kiln workspace in Park City, which will be the site for many of the start-up\'s activities.\nJoining ShePlace as COO is Utah native Madison Limansky, formerly Managing Partner at the fashion consulting company, Farasha.
"\nShePlace is all about Sistering Up, a term Zehner has coined to describe a mindset and a framework for action.
At ShePlace, we utilize women+ to welcome and include all self identifying women, including cis and transgender women, as well as non-binary and gender fluid individuals.

Toronto Star's Alyshah Hasham and Wendy Gillis share Landsberg Award

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Wednesday, April 14, 2021

Personal life, LGBT, Articles, Sexual abuse, Gender identity, Sexual harassment, Violence against men, Violence against women, Non-binary gender, Me Too movement, Transgender

She stood up to sexual harassment inside Toronto police, and won but at what cost?

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She stood up to sexual harassment inside Toronto police, and won but at what cost?
And Pruden\'s unflinchingin-depth account of a serial rapist\'s trial evokes the clashing forces of a prevailingrape culture versusthe ongoing #MeToo resistance.
"\nThe award will be recognized at the CJF Awards virtual ceremony on June 9 at 7 p.m.
This includes people who identify as women, girls, trans, genderqueer, non-binary, and 2SLGBTQI+.To learn more, visit canadianwomen.org .\n'

FRC Urges Arkansas Legislature Override Veto of SAFE Act and Protect Children

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Monday, April 5, 2021

Legal recognition of non-binary gender, Non-binary gender, ARKANSAS, United States

Family Research Council urges the legislature to override the veto and provide children with critical protections from experimental gender transition procedures.

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Family Research Council urges the legislature to override the veto and provide children with critical protections from experimental gender transition procedures.
The legislature cannot stop now and deprive Arkansas's children of this much needed protection.
Under the leadership of Rep. Robin Lundstrum and Sen. Alan Clark, the Arkansas legislature courageously passed the first-of-its-kind protection for minors from experimental gender transition procedures.
Arkansas is one of 18 states this year to introduce legislation aimed at prohibiting gender transition procedures on minors: www.frc.org/safeact .

Wild Flower Is Redefining Sexual Wellness in 2021

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Monday, March 15, 2021

Wellness, WellPet, Non-binary gender, Personal life, Articles

BROOKLYN, N.Y., March 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Wild Flower , the sexual wellness boutique e-tailer has undergone transformational changes as a brand since 2017.

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BROOKLYN, N.Y., March 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Wild Flower , the sexual wellness boutique e-tailer has undergone transformational changes as a brand since 2017.
With the proprietary design and launch of the Enby, Nick helped spearhead an industry-wide movement towards more genderless sexual wellness products.
Wild Flower is a leading sexual wellness brand that creates a safe space for sexual exploration.
Each item sold by Wild Flower is either mindfully designed by its in-house technologist and designer, or curated from suppliers and brands that use body-safe materials.