Pride Month, celebrated annually in June, is a vibrant and inclusive commemoration of the LGBTQ+ community’s resilience, struggles, and achievements. It serves as a time for individuals from all walks of life to come together, embrace diversity, and advocate for equal rights. Join us on an illuminating journey through the remarkable history of Pride Month, exploring pivotal moments that have shaped this significant celebration of love, acceptance, and progress.
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Equality Talks Podcast: Zakiya Thomas and the ERA Coalition Movement of Millions
“We are here to change the conversation. The launch of this podcast highlights a shift in the equality movement; we’re no longer being told our stories back to us, we’re telling them ourselves. And we’re lifting up the people and communities that are so often marginalized by misogyny, racism, classism, and bigotry in our society. We’re showcasing our movement of movements, representing millions, and advocating for equality for all people at all levels. And we won’t stop until we get there together.”
ERA Coalition Launches Podcast – Equality Talks: Amplifying a Movement of Millions for Equality
Today, the ERA Coalition/Fund for Women’s Equality media hub, Equal Voices, announces the launch of the premiere episode of the podcast Equality Talks. Together with 290 partner organizations representing over 80 million champions for equality, the program uplifts and amplifies the voices of this movement, especially from communities most affected by systemic oppression and exclusion from mainstream media.
The Model Minority Myth
The Model Minority Myth boils down to expectations. By focusing on particular indicators of “success”, positive stereotypes are seemingly created about Asian Americans. Think: hard workers who have succeeded at achieving the American Dream and have children studying to become lawyers, engineers, or doctors. It paints a picture that impacts how both Asian Americans and other minority groups move throughout the world.
Should restaurants care about equality & the ERA?
In today’s society, equality is a fundamental value that transcends all industries and sectors. Restaurants, as important social spaces where people gather, have a unique opportunity to champion equality and make a positive impact on society.
HIV Vaccine Awareness Day – breaking the stigma & ending the epidemic
HIV Vaccine Awareness Day, which takes place annually on May 18, is a day of recognition and appreciation for the collective work of researchers, healthcare experts, volunteers, and community participants who dedicate themselves to developing an effective HIV vaccine. This day also serves as a platform for enhancing public awareness of HIV-related issues, eradicating stereotypes and misinformation, and emphasizing the significance of research in preventive HIV vaccines.
ERA Coalition Blog 