Sexual orientation

First-Ever Comprehensive Review of U.S. Corporate Workplace Diversity and Inclusion to Launch in October

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Monday, September 20, 2021

The Review, expected to be published in April 2022 based on self-reported practices of U.S. companies, follows an inaugural report of U.K. companies in 2020 .

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  • The Review, expected to be published in April 2022 based on self-reported practices of U.S. companies, follows an inaugural report of U.K. companies in 2020 .
  • When published, the Review will showcase the top 25 companies driving change to create greater diversity and equity in the workplace across the 10 facets.
  • It will also share overall progress and corporate trends and provide actional guidance for businesses to further accelerate their D&I efforts.
  • "Now is the time for corporate America to build on its diversity and inclusion efforts to ensure no one is excluded," said Standley.

For Millions of Lesbians, Hope Is Often at The Bottom of a Haystack, Lesbiancouplesinstitute.com and Dr. Lynda Spann Hopes to Change That

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021

A quick Google search returns many options but few give a strong impression that they truly understand lesbian couples.

Key Points: 
  • A quick Google search returns many options but few give a strong impression that they truly understand lesbian couples.
  • With over 20 years' experience, Dr. Lynda Spann is a lesbian, and licensed marriage therapist having worked with over 600 couples.
  • Her course, Transforming Lesbian Couples (TLC), is a six-week class that allows couples to connect with others doing similar work.
  • Because of this, most lesbian couples need guidance to create a secure relationship where they are safe to grow individually and together.

Meeting Members Where They Are: Crossroads4Hope's Outreach to Vulnerable Populations

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Friday, May 14, 2021

The organization has seen first-hand the challenges faced by people who are vulnerable because of factors including race, ethnicity, language, sexual orientation, income, or life experience.

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  • The organization has seen first-hand the challenges faced by people who are vulnerable because of factors including race, ethnicity, language, sexual orientation, income, or life experience.
  • Social workers develop culturally humble outreach plans with community partners based on the specific needs of that community.
  • This initiative seeks to empower and activate church members in the Black community to address non-clinical barriers to care.
  • Our vision is to be THE safe space to turn first when you are affected by cancer to restore your whole being and family.\n'

How to address sexual and gender diversity in the media?

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Given the key role played by the media, the Jasmin Roy Sophie Desmarais Foundation is publishing a guide for the benefit of journalists, How to address sexual and gender diversity in the media?

Key Points: 
  • Given the key role played by the media, the Jasmin Roy Sophie Desmarais Foundation is publishing a guide for the benefit of journalists, How to address sexual and gender diversity in the media?
  • For example, how many times have we read or heard that a public figure has "admitted" to being homosexual or lesbian?
  • "\nThe guide notably includes a small glossary on sexual and gender diversity.
  • Furthermore, much space is given to the issue of sexual and gender diversity in different cultures.

How to address sexual and gender diversity in the media?

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Given the key role played by the media, the Jasmin Roy Sophie Desmarais Foundation is publishing a guide for the benefit of journalists, How to address sexual and gender diversity in the media?

Key Points: 
  • Given the key role played by the media, the Jasmin Roy Sophie Desmarais Foundation is publishing a guide for the benefit of journalists, How to address sexual and gender diversity in the media?
  • For example, how many times have we read or heard that a public figure has "admitted" to being homosexual or lesbian?
  • "\nThe guide notably includes a small glossary on sexual and gender diversity.
  • Furthermore, much space is given to the issue of sexual and gender diversity in different cultures.

Vella Bioscience, Inc. Launches to Put Science in Service of Good Sex

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Monday, May 3, 2021

b'LOS ANGELES, May 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Vella Bioscience, Inc. today announced its formation as a femtech company driven to put science in service of every woman\'s sexual empowerment.

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  • b'LOS ANGELES, May 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Vella Bioscience, Inc. today announced its formation as a femtech company driven to put science in service of every woman\'s sexual empowerment.
  • For the past century, men have had powerful medical support for their sexual wellness, yet support for female sexual wellness has been viewed as too complex.
  • It gives women the power over their sexual pleasure no matter their age, sexual orientation or life stage.
  • "We saw the need for science and research conducted by experts in women\'s pleasure, and we are committed to doing it right.

Publicis Health Media And The Trevor Project Announce New Partnership

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Wednesday, March 31, 2021

CHICAGO, March 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Publicis Health Media(PHM)and The Trevor Project announced a new partnership today,with the non-profit becoming the primary social impact partner of #PHMLove, the agency's platform for community outreach.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, March 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Publicis Health Media(PHM)and The Trevor Project announced a new partnership today,with the non-profit becoming the primary social impact partner of #PHMLove, the agency's platform for community outreach.
  • The announcement comes amid a national mental health crisis, as 20% of Americans indicate their mental health significantly worsened in 2020, according to the American Psychological Association1.
  • "Education, creating a public dialogue, and decreasing mental health stigma are all paramount to suicide prevention.
  • To learn more about Publicis Health Media, visit https://www.publicishealthmedia.com/
    The Trevor Project is the world's largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Queer, and Questioning) young people.

Coral Becomes World's First Interactive Sexual Wellness App for Couples

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, with the launch of Couples Connect, Coral becomes the world's first interactive sexual wellness app for couples.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, with the launch of Couples Connect, Coral becomes the world's first interactive sexual wellness app for couples.
  • Backed by the country's foremost sex-positive researchers, the app unlocks the new science of sexual wellbeing for partners of all gender expressions and sexual orientations.
  • Launched in 2019, Coral is a pioneer in the sexual wellness market and the only sexual wellness app designed for everyone.
  • Research overwhelmingly shows that a healthy sex life is essential to human happiness, yet sexual desire discrepancy impacts nearly all couples.

Finally There is a Proven Roadmap for Lesbians to Find and Sustain Love in 2021

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021

"I've gotten many unsolicited emails from women who took the "Roadmap" course and say it has positively changed their lives," says Ruth L. Schwartz, Ph.D., director of Conscious Girlfriend Academy.

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  • "I've gotten many unsolicited emails from women who took the "Roadmap" course and say it has positively changed their lives," says Ruth L. Schwartz, Ph.D., director of Conscious Girlfriend Academy.
  • "Women who've found happy partnerships even in their 50s, 60s and beyond -- and women who finally feel prepared for the relationships they want."
  • Ruth says lesbian relationships can be the very best relationships on the planet -- but because two women bond so deeply, they can also be the hardest if you don't have the right skills.
  • I teach it in the course."

Doctor with Forty-Five Year Medical Career Breaks Taboos with Book on the Power of Sex and Happiness: "Breaking the Silence"

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Wednesday, February 3, 2021

Moshe Kedan, MD provides guidance to men and women on how to navigate the at times difficult discussions around common sexual hardships.

Key Points: 
  • Moshe Kedan, MD provides guidance to men and women on how to navigate the at times difficult discussions around common sexual hardships.
  • Despite the prevalence of sex in popular culture and the media, discussing sexuality and sexual health still feels taboo.
  • Many people avoid talking about their sex lives with their physician, and often, even their partners.
  • His words will "open your mind and body to the secrets of health, sexual fulfillment, and even life expectancy" (Rhonda Shear-Fagan).