Call To Action: New Year, New Attacks
The Tennessee General Assembly reconvenes on January 11 after a year of attacks on LGBTQ people (particularly trans youth), reproductive freedom, COVID-19 mandates, and...
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Nashville CARES Announces New COO
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Nashville CARES is pleased to announce the appointment of Jessica Hoke, LCSW as Chief Operating Officer of the organization.
Work Resumes on Nation’s Only Major Transgender Study
The data has been used by Congress, the Supreme Court and medical institutions for everything from writing legislation to creating social service programs. But...
Representation Matters: Film ‘The Eyes of Tammy Faye’ Recreates Historic Interview With Man Living With AIDS
At the height of their 1980s popularity, Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker were television evangelist royalty, hosting multiple shows and raking in cash from...
It Begins With You
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Dez explained that when she was younger she knew she wanted to help others but didn’t know what that was going to look like....
Virtual Mental Health Services are More Available Than Ever. Is it Enough?
The marginal increase in efficiency isn’t enough to accommodate the mammoth upswell in people experiencing signs of mental distress — especially since there already...
For Some, How Family Handle Names and Pronouns Can Make or Break the Holiday
Many face difficult decisions about what to do around the holidays. But for those whose families embrace their identities, it can bring new joy...
Gender-Neutral Toys Hard to find, Critical for Some Trans Kids and Parents
The holiday gift-buying season highlights the gendered world of toy aisles. Finding a gender-neutral one can be a tall order, but one with big...
Southern Spirit: A Very Queer Vacay In Historic Savannah
To get one’s bearings in Savannah, a tour is well-advised, and there are dozens listed on official tourism website Visit Savannah, from trolley to...
Dr. James Hildreth to Speak at ‘The Red Ribbon Health Alliance Luncheon’
Nashville CARES Announces Dr. James Hildreth as Featured Speaker at The Red Ribbon Health Alliance Luncheon December 8, 2021