LIFESTYLES

5 THINGS TO KNOW

Important European survey for men who have sex with men to help with HIV prevention.

November 2, 2017 compassq Comments Off on Important European survey for men who have sex with men to help with HIV prevention.

This major online survey just kicked off for European men who are having sex with men regardless of the sexual labels they embrace. The survey is in 33 languages representing most of the men people in Europe. The research “asks about relationships, sex life, risks and precautions, and use of health services” and the data from the survey will be used to help improve health services for MSM across Europe. #lgbt #gay #lesbian #bisexual #transgender #homophobia #equality Read the full article HERE.  

5 THINGS TO KNOW

Texas car dealership fires transgender employee as “free speech”.

November 1, 2017 compassq Comments Off on Texas car dealership fires transgender employee as “free speech”.

Even after excellent reviews and stellar sales numbers, an Austin Mitsibushi dealership decided to fire a transgender male employee. By invoking First Amendment protections, lawyers admitted that he lost his job because of his gender identity. They also argued that the First Amendment gives employers the right to out employees as a manner of free speech. #lgbt #gay #lesbian #bisexual #transgender #homophobia #equality READ MORE HERE: https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2017/10/car-dealership-invokes-first-amendment-justify-firing-transgender-man/

5 THINGS TO KNOW

The 2022 Gay Games are heading to Hong Kong.

October 31, 2017 compassq Comments Off on The 2022 Gay Games are heading to Hong Kong.

Beating out bids from Mexico and the United States, Hong Kong was selected as the host city for the 2022 Gay Games. LGBT rights are on the upswing in Asia and this continues the support for this part of the world. The games draw over 15,000 participants and is estimated to boost the economy by over $128 million. #lgbt #gay #lesbian #bisexual #transgender #homophobia #equality READ MORE HERE: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-gaygames-2022/hong-kong-to-host-2022-gay-games-as-lgbt-acceptance-grows-in-parts-of-asia-idUSKBN1D0068

5 THINGS TO KNOW

Kevin Spacey’s house of cards is beginning to topple.

October 30, 2017 compassq Comments Off on Kevin Spacey’s house of cards is beginning to topple.

After years of denying his sexuality, Kevin Spacey is finally pushed out of the closet after reports of his attacking a minor. Many years ago, Spacey allegedly forced himself on a 14 year old Broadway actor and the young actor finally addressed what happened. His reputation in London while the head of the Old Vic Theatre was horrible and more people are coming out to accuse Spacey of inappropriate acts. #lgbt #gay #lesbian #bisexual #transgender #homophobia #equality READ MORE HERE: https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2017/10/kevin-spacey-comes-gay-sexual-assault-allegation/

5 THINGS TO KNOW

Egypt is now using Grindr to locate and arrest gay men.

October 30, 2017 compassq Comments Off on Egypt is now using Grindr to locate and arrest gay men.

Grindr, once a safe place to make short term relationships, is now being used by Egyptian police as a tool to catch gay men. The men are lured into hotel rooms and arrested for sex crimes. Over 60 people have been arrested in this recent crackdown although no details on how many were the result of using the Grindr app. #lgbt #gay #lesbian #bisexual #transgender #homophobia #equality READ MORE HERE: http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2017/10/29/egyptian-police-use-grindr-to-lure-gay-men-to-hotel-rooms/

5 THINGS TO KNOW

There is a hepatitis A outbreak in gay men in Michigan.

October 30, 2017 compassq Comments Off on There is a hepatitis A outbreak in gay men in Michigan.

Michigan Department of Health & Human Services has announced an outbreak of hepatitis A among gay men in Southern Michigan. Most of the outbreak is occurring in Detroit and surrounding areas. Even with a vaccine, many in the gay community are not aware of the dangers of hepatitis A. #lgbt #gay #lesbian #bisexual #transgender #homophobia #equality READ MORE HERE: https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/michigan/articles/2017-10-27/michigan-hepatitis-a-cases-spike-in-homosexually-active-men

5 THINGS TO KNOW

The Point Foundation receives donation from the Miami Beach Gay Pride.

October 30, 2017 compassq Comments Off on The Point Foundation receives donation from the Miami Beach Gay Pride.

The Point Foundation, which provides LGBT college students with much needed financial support through scholarships, has received a donation from the Miami Beach Gay Pride. The Point Foundation non-profit has awarded about 400 scholarships since 2002. #lgbt #gay #lesbian #bisexual #transgender #homophobia #equality READ MORE HERE: http://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/Miami-Beach-Gay-Pride-Makes-Scholarship-Donation-to-Point-Foundation-452561883.html