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LGBTQ+ Ohioans testify for the first time and encounter ‘bullying’ from the lawmakers elected to represent them

They stepped up to respectfully participate in the legislative process and ran headfirst into the ‘truly shameful behavior’ ...
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Want to tell Ohio legislators how you feel about policy? Here’s one way to do it.

Those who are well practiced in testifying before committees say there are rules that have to be followed, but the message ...
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Doctors can refuse to treat LGBTQ+ patients in several states…including Ohio

The Spark is our FREE weekly digest with all the latest LGBTQ+ Ohio news & views delivered right to your inbox. This piece ...
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Judge: Ohio teacher can’t be anonymous in lawsuit against Little Miami School District over removal of anti-hate poster

A federal district court judge on April 16 denied the petition of an Ohio teacher in the Little Miami School District to ...
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There’s a name for secretly removing a condom during sex without consent: stealthing

Nonconsensual condom removal and other forms of reproductive coercion can have grave consequences, but few states offer ...
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Case Western Reserve University honors Ugandan human rights leader

Frank Mugisha will be awarded the Inamori International Center for Ethics and Excellence and deliver remarks on Sept. 17-18.
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National gathering of LGBTQ+ organizers to be held in Midwest in 2027

LGBTQ+ and ally Ohioans will have an opportunity to participate in the nation’s largest annual gathering of LGBTQ+ organizers and advocates. But this time, the gathering will be closer to home. The ...