tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-132068882008-09-10T13:08:17.774-05:00Andreanoreply@blogger.comBlogger72125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-1004429910788619982008-09-10T12:58:00.000-05:002008-09-10T13:08:17.785-05:00

Equality Ohio would like to extend its sympathy to Havens Corners Church in Blacklick, Ohio, whose message board was vandalized last Saturday night. We offered our assistance with cleaning their message board. We do not condone this type of behaivor.

danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16223950222377658065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-19223120581261581252008-09-05T11:30:00.000-05:002008-09-05T11:51:24.181-05:00

Many religious and/or spiritual gay and transgender people are looking for spiritual homes in Ohio – Havens Corners obviously is not the place for them. The message on Havens Corners’ outdoor sign clearly indicates that gay and transgender people are not welcome there. Equality Ohio is in the middle of a project collecting a list of welcoming and affirming faith communities around the state.

danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16223950222377658065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-90961423948933930102008-08-20T09:53:00.000-05:002008-08-20T09:58:17.154-05:00

Equality Ohio recently launched 9 digital stories of pro-equality persons from across the state of Ohio. To check out our other 8 stories visit http://www.youtube.com/user/equalityohio/

danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16223950222377658065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-69416655895916602922008-08-19T10:35:00.005-05:002008-08-22T14:42:34.796-05:00

Equality Ohio and Equality Federation Staff August 15, 2008 Little-known but influential group has Columbus conclave by Eric Resnick Columbus--One of the least commonly known but most influential organizations of the LGBT movement held its summer meeting in Columbus earlier this month. This was the second time the 11-year-old Equality Federation had its annual conclave in Ohio. Ten years ago

danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16223950222377658065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-68051451496701269152008-08-18T10:00:00.001-05:002008-08-22T14:37:03.678-05:00

August 15, 2008 Equality Ohio endorses six Statehouse candidates by Eric Resnick Columbus--Equality Ohio announced its first round of endorsements for Statehouse races after its July board meeting. Five Ohio House candidates and a Senate one got the nod, and more may come. In making the recommendations, the group gave strong consideration to candidates’ support of the Equal Housing and

danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16223950222377658065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-40905618819888574432008-07-21T12:46:00.000-05:002008-07-21T12:54:51.707-05:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 19, 2008 Contact: Melanie Falls Board Chair Equality Ohio Education Fund mlnfalls@hotmail.com 440.346.2108 Columbus, OH - Change is afoot for Ohio’s only statewide pro-equality organization. During its July 19 meeting, the Equality Ohio Board of Directors welcomed a new board chair while saying a very fond farewell to one of the organization’

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Gay People's Chronicle May 23, 2008 by Eric Resnick Columbus--The Equal Housing and Employment Non-Discrimination Act was on the minds of Ohio legislators last week as 362 volunteer lobbyists fanned out around Capitol Square. LGBT people and allies from around the state visited 81 legislative offices in the Ohio Statehouse and nearby buildings on May 14, meeting with 40 House and Senate members

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May 16, 2008 Equality bill is a civil rights and business issue, senators are told by Eric Resnick Columbus--“Basic protections should not depend on where you live or what company you work for,” Equality Ohio director Lynne Bowman told an Ohio Senate panel Wednesday. “And make no mistake. A decision by this body to not pass this bill would be explicit permission to discriminate.” The bill she

danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16223950222377658065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-31325981210449192192008-05-15T15:59:00.000-05:002008-05-15T16:01:17.754-05:00

I am thrilled to report that Lobby Day for Equality 2008 was another AMAZING DAY! I thought you would appreciate a report on just how successful you were in making the day a success. Whether or not you were able to attend Lobby Day, your strong support makes all of this success possible, and we are deeply grateful for your continued commitment to equality. Over 300 Ohioans met at the Statehouse

danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16223950222377658065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-51797854396726008162008-03-13T17:28:00.002-05:002008-03-13T18:31:54.690-05:00

For Immediate Release: March 11, 2008 Contact: Sandy Theis 614-940-0131 COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Insisting that Ohio's laws must be updated to reflect Ohioans' values, a trio of state legislators introduced bills to make it illegal to discriminate against a person in employment, housing or public accommodations because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. "Ohio is among the most

Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08111426833336812568noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-34091193866514923262007-12-19T00:33:00.000-05:002007-12-19T00:34:08.176-05:00

The equality movement in Ohio got a boost at the third annual Statewide Leadership Summit on December 8th. LGBT and allied leaders from across Ohio met in Columbus to talk about their goals and challenges, and talk about plans for 2008. Special guest speakers included Dept. of Insurance Dir. Mary Jo Hudson and Attorney General Marc Dann. As reported in the Gay People’s Chronicle, the 86 attendees

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Columbus, OH – Today, straight Ohioans are reaching out to lawmakers, to tell them that equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people is not “just a gay issue.” Three years ago this week Ohio’s constitutional ban on same-sex marriage went into effect. To mark the anniversary, Equality Ohio Education Fund delivered a book of stories written by straight Ohioans to the

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This report from the Gay People's Chronicle on Equality Ohio's annual meeting November 10: Another change to the board is the introduction of three new ex officio, or non-voting, seats earmarked for youth ages 18-25. The first of these seats was filled by Jordan Peters, a Dayton native currently attending Ohio State University.

Andreanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-91078033136098235782007-11-16T11:38:00.000-05:002007-11-16T11:45:20.189-05:00

Today's Columbus Dispatch runs an article about the documentary For the Bible Tells Me So and panel discussion last night: Most of the film is testimony from families who once believed homosexuality went against the church's teaching and how their views changed after they learned their own child was gay. Included are the parents of V. Gene Robinson, an openly gay man from New Hampshire who

Andreanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-78626536069455691232007-11-14T11:21:00.001-05:002007-11-14T11:26:28.741-05:00

The Columbus Dispatch published a review of the movie For the Bible Tells Me So, showing at Mershon Auditorium Thursday Nov. 15th at 7:30pm. Director Daniel Karslake doesn't host a vigorous debate. He builds his side of the issues and represents opposing views through media appearances by gay-rights critics such as James Dobson, Jimmy Swaggart and -- here's a voice from the past -- Anita Bryant.

Andreanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-19856173558887369702007-10-29T22:42:00.000-05:002007-11-12T17:18:51.857-05:00

FOR THE BIBLE TELLS ME SO Documentary film presentation at Mershon Auditorium [MAP] NOVEMBER 15, 2007 7:30pm $7/$5 for students *Panel discussion to follow the film The divisively contested relationship between divine scripture and homosexuality is at the center of For the Bible Tells Me So, a moving examination of how people of faith struggle to reconcile sexual orientation with the word of

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Columbus, OH – Today the United States Senate passed the Matthew Shepard Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Act by a final vote of 60-39. This measure would expand existing law to include hate crimes motivated by sexual orientation, gender identity and disability. Both Senator George Voinovich (R) and Senator Sherrod Brown (D) of Ohio voted yes on the measure. Contact: Bo Shuff, Director of

Andreanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-69868858204380076422007-09-07T09:44:00.000-05:002007-09-07T09:51:22.073-05:00

See all the photos on Equality Ohio's Flickr page

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Cincinnati Enquirer reports a dismal turnout for Coulter's speaking engagement at Xavier University, and highlights the celebratory rally to "Thank Ann!" nearby: Exactly 1,273 people - many of them Xavier students, along with hundreds of others whose college days were decades behind them - filed into the Cintas Center for the 7 p.m. lecture.Several hundred yards away, in front of Husman Hall, a

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Cincinnati, OH – A check presentation and celebratory rally takes place today on the Xavier University Greenspace at 7:00 p.m. at about the same time Ann Coulter is due to speak at the nearby Cintas Center. A coalition waged a “Thank Ann Coulter” campaign for the past month to raise money – over $28,000 to date – for Xavier University progressive student groups that work for the causes Coulter

Andreanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-66400143677017200482007-09-05T11:09:00.000-05:002007-09-05T11:14:42.421-05:00

The Cincinnati Enquirer ran a story about the $26,000 raised to date by the "Thank Ann!" campaign: Ann Coulter’s speech at Xavier University Thursday night has excited both sides of the political spectrum. The controversial political pundit will get paid about $20,000 for her speech at the Cintas Center, all of it raised privately. But she’s already earned more than that for Xavier students

Andreanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-27945282871713786822007-08-30T15:18:00.000-05:002007-08-30T15:22:52.844-05:00

Contact: Bo Shuff, Equality Ohio (614.224.0400 or bo@equalityohio.org) Over $25,000 raised for Xavier University progressives; “Thank You Ann” rally and celebration Thursday Cincinnati, OH – A coalition waged a “Thank Ann Coulter” campaign to raise money – over $25,000 to date – for Xavier University progressive student groups working for the causes Coulter regularly bashes. Equality Ohio,

Andreanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-21198088366470083602007-08-15T12:12:00.000-05:002007-08-15T12:14:15.703-05:00

The Cincinnati Enquirer blog picks up the "Thank Ann!" action: The groups leading the "counter Coulter" effort range from Xavier student groups to local groups like Equality Cincinnati, Democracy for Cincinnati and the Cincinnati chapter of the National Organization for Women. National organizations like People for the American Way and the Human Rights Campaign also have joined in. "Our goal

Andreanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-62830986198927838532007-08-14T09:08:00.000-05:002007-08-14T09:11:18.361-05:00

Contact: Bo Shuff, Director of Education and Public Policy, 614-325-8855 or bo@equalityohio.org Columbus, OH - In a surprising twist, groups typically attacked by controversial ultra-conservative Ann Coulter are glad to see her visiting Xavier University in Cincinnati. That's because they are asking for $5 donations in the hopes of raising money for Xavier student groups who represent the

Andreanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-8280507759980333542007-07-25T10:24:00.000-05:002007-07-25T10:26:36.837-05:00

“We applaud the Court for upholding Ohio’s domestic violence laws. However, this ill-conceived amendment continues to make it hard for loving same-sex partners to care for each other and their families in this state.” – Lynne Bowman, Executive Director, Equality Ohio CONTACT: Lynne Bowman, Executive Director, Equality Ohio (614.224.0400 lynne@equalityohio.org) Columbus, OH - Today the Ohio

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