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Confronting LGBTQ Youth Suicide in America

Confronting LGBTQ Youth Suicide in America - 6:24

For LGBTQ people ages 10 to 24, suicide is a leading cause of death. David Johns, Executive Director of the National Black Justice Coalition, sheds light on efforts to advance acceptance and empowerment of black LGBTQ students.

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Convicted Felons: A Case for Voting Rights

Convicted Felons: A Case for Voting Rights - 6:14

An estimated 6.1 million people in the United States cannot vote due to a felony conviction. And for the LGBTQ population, individuals are incarcerated at higher rates and often serve longer sentences compared to non-LGBTQ individuals. Victoria Kirby York, Deputy Director of the National LGBTQ Task Force, discusses why restoring voting rights to this population may contribute to positive outcomes post-incarceration.

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Championing LGBTQ Inclusion in Government

Championing LGBTQ Inclusion in Government - 5:33

While the LGBTQ community accounts for 4.5% of the U.S. population, the LGBTQ Victory Institute reports that LGBTQ Americans hold 0.1% of all elected positions nationwide. Ruben Gonzales, Vice President of the LGBTQ Victory Institute, joins host Paul Lisnek to discuss his organization’s efforts to ensure diversity and inclusion at every level of government.

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Advancing LGBTQ Businesses

Advancing LGBTQ Businesses - 5:49

LGBTQ businesses contribute more than $1.7 trillion to the U.S. economy, creating thousands of jobs every year. Sabrina Kent of the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce discusses how the Chamber advocates for the economic empowerment of America’s 1.4 million LGBTQ-owned businesses.

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Transgender Rights Landscape in America

Transgender Rights Landscape in America - 7:04

Although the U.S. Supreme Court upheld the right to same-sex marriage in 2015, many LGBTQ Americans lack basic legal protections in states across the country. Mara Keisling, Executive Director of the National Center for Transgender Equality, joins host Paul Lisnek to discuss The Equality Act, pending legislation that aims to extend civil rights protections to LGBTQ people nationwide.

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The Stonewall Uprising: 50 Years On

The Stonewall Uprising: 50 Years On - 8:29

The Gay Liberation Front was organized following the Stonewall Uprising of June 1969, a direct confrontation to police raids that targeted New York City’s gay community. Mark Segal, LGBTQ activist, journalist, and publisher of Philadelphia Gay News, experienced Stonewall firsthand. Segal discusses America’s journey toward LGBTQ equality and the current state of the movement.

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Journey Toward LGBTQ Acceptance: Families and Allies at the Forefront

Journey Toward LGBTQ Acceptance: Families and Allies at the Forefront - 6:39

According to the National Association for Mental Illness, members of the LGBTQ community are approximately three times more likely than the general population to experience depression, generalized anxiety disorder, and other mental health conditions. Brian Bond, Executive Director of PFLAG National, joins host Paul Lisnek to discuss how fostering LGBTQ acceptance at home is vital to improving mental health in the community.

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Tackling LGBTQ Poverty and Food Insecurity

Tackling LGBTQ Poverty and Food Insecurity - 6:11

A report by The Williams Institute reveals that more than one in four LGBTQ adults lacked the funds to feed themselves or their families in 2016. Tyrone Hanley, Senior Policy Counsel at the National Center for Lesbian Rights, shares his experience being raised by a single, LGBTQ parent and how his organization is working to eliminate poverty and food insecurity in the LGBTQ community.

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The Equality Act

The Equality Act - 5:54

In 2012, Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., became the first openly gay person elected to the U.S. Senate. Baldwin is co-sponsor of the Equality Act of 2019, pending legislation that aims to curb discrimination and extend civil rights protections to the LGBTQ community.

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New Bedford Public Schools

New Bedford Public Schools - 5:56

New Bedford Public Schools Superintendent, Thomas Anderson, discusses school funding, increasing graduation rates, updating schools with increased technology and the promise of providing equal opportunity for all students.

Fall River Public Schools

Fall River Public Schools - 5:20

Investing in education and students: Fall River Public Schools Superintendent, Matt Malone, shares updates about the construction project at Durfee High School and some of Fall River's Career Technical and Vocational Education programs.

Education Funding Reform MA

Education Funding Reform MA - 5:34

Reforming the education funding formula is a top priority across Massachusetts for everyone from legislators to educators to parents to students. Massachusetts Business Alliance for Education, Executive Director, Ed Lambert, shares a little about the state of the state's public education system.

ALANA Intercultural Center

ALANA Intercultural Center - 4:42

Frederick Douglass Unity House Associate Director and President of the New Bedford NAACP, LaSella Hall, shares how ALANA students develop their own sense of cultural identity. Mr. Hall also discusses the UMASS college chapter of the NAACP.

The War on Terrorism

The War on Terrorism - 6:09

Since 2001, a generation of youth have not lived a day during peacetime. Teaching about the War on Terrorism and over 2 million Americans who have served in the War on Terror, is critical for them to link the past to the present and the future. UMASS Dartmouth Professor of Islamic History, Dr. Brian Glyn Williams shares about his research.

UMASS Dartmouth Engineering Programs

UMASS Dartmouth Engineering Programs - 5:02

An estimated 1 in 4 jobs in Massachusetts involves computer science skills. The College of Engineering at UMASS Dartmouth ensures students have access to computer science courses along with other engineering degrees and an opportunity to fill job demands. Dr. Jean VanderGheynst, explains.

UMASS Dartmouth STEM Education

UMASS Dartmouth STEM Education - 5:04

The Kaput Center for Research and Innovation at UMASS Dartmouth promotes equal accessibility to STEM education through research and outreach focused on teaching and learning in STEM. Director of the Center, Dr. Chandra Orrill, joins Newsmakers.

New Programs and Athletic Achievements

New Programs and Athletic Achievements - 3:14

Jill Horner speaks with Ilene Cohen, Executive Director of Athletics from Ocean County College, about New Programs and Athletic Achievements. Interview recorded 6/6/2019.

Meeting Historical Figures

Meeting Historical Figures - 3:54

Elena Russo speaks with Patti Crossman, Chair of the Department of Performing Arts and Humanities at the Community College of Baltimore County, about some of the work they have been doing with historical figures, the new theme they have for this year, and they touch on some of the methods they utilize to create characters.

Girl Scouts Cyber Challenge

Girl Scouts Cyber Challenge - 4:03

Elena Russo speaks with Marie Blackwelder, a camp ranger of the Girl Scouts of Central Maryland, about their new program for potential new girls scouts, the STEM activities that they offer, and their Cyber Challenge program.

Creating a Safe Environment for Teenage Boys

Creating a Safe Environment for Teenage Boys - 4:12

Elena Russo speaks with Mendy Pierce, Services Director, Empowerhouse. They discuss the 12 week teen boys program that educates them in healthy and unhealthy relationships.

Rating System for Childcare Facilities

Rating System for Childcare Facilities - 4:25

Elena Russo speaks with Courtney Harris, Local Coordinator, Virginia Quality. They discuss how they provide support to childcare facilities and how that benefits the children.

Inspire Youth in Global Economy

Inspire Youth in Global Economy - 4:54

Junior Achievement exposes youth to real life experiences around business, finance, entrepreneurship and career readiness as to inspire and prepare them for success in a global economy. Junior Achievement of Northern New EnglandPresident & CEO, Radhames Nova, explains.

Teaching Students About Dating Violence

Teaching Students About Dating Violence - 3:31

Pennsylvania State Representative Thomas Murt discusses proposed legislation the would introduce dating violence education into the curriculum of public high schools. Recorded May 30, 2019.

Career and Technical Options in Public Schools

Career and Technical Options in Public Schools - 3:29

Pennsylvania State Representative Jim Roebuck discusses legislation aimed at providing career and technical options to public school students throughout the Commonwealth. Recorded May 30, 2019.

Employees with Disabilities: Ready and Willing

Employees with Disabilities: Ready and Willing - 4:30

National statistics show that approximately 70% of individuals with disabilities are unemployed. Statistics of our Veterans indicates that nearly 30% of ex-military men and women are jobless. The Chicago Lighthouse is trying to change those numbers.

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