LGBTQ Fresno

City of Fresno Awards $80,000 in Funding to LGBTQ+ Organizations

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In a significant move towards supporting the LGBTQ+ community, the Fresno City Council allocated $80,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to seven local LGBTQ+ community-based organizations at their meeting on August 29, 2024. This funding was secured through the efforts of Council President Annalisa Perea, demonstrating a strong commitment to enhancing the resources […]

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Newsom signs first-in-nation bill banning schools’ transgender notification policies

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In a landmark move to protect and support LGBTQ+ students, California has enacted Assembly Bill 1955 (AB 1955), known as the “Support Academic Futures and Educators for Today’s Youth (SAFETY) Act.” Signed into law on July 15, 2024, by Governor Gavin Newsom, this groundbreaking legislation underscores California’s commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive educational

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Attorney General Bonta Releases State of Pride Report in Honor of LGBTQ+ Pride Month

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Today, in honor of LGBTQ+ Pride month, California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a new “State of Pride Report” highlighting the California Department of Justice’s (DOJ) recent actions to support, uplift, and defend the rights of LGBTQ+ communities across California and beyond. Pride Month is a time to celebrate the beautiful strength and diversity of

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Gender-neutral toy sections now in major retailers

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California has implemented a groundbreaking law requiring major retailers with at least 500 employees to feature gender-neutral toy sections in their stores. The legislation, which took effect on Monday, originated from a 2021 bill championed by California Assemblymember Evan Low. This bill aimed to foster inclusivity and allow children to express themselves without the constraints

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Survey: LGBTQIA+ Older Adults in California

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LGBT Community Network is thrilled to stand alongside the statewide coalition in studying the aging experiences of LGBTQ Californians. Their voices deserve to be heard, and together we’ll advocate for a tomorrow where every senior thrives. This is California’s first statewide survey documenting the needs, hopes and priorities of mid-life and older LGBTQIA+ residents across

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