Local

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

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 […]

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

Robin McGehee: The Journey to Becoming Fresno’s LGBTQ+ Liaison

Fresno, California appointed its first LGBTQ+ Liaison at the end of September 2023. Mayor Jerry Dyer selected Robin McGehee, an influential local advocate for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ+) community, for this landmark position. McGehee has years of experience speaking out against discriminatory laws and policies and has found herself in

Robin McGehee: The Journey to Becoming Fresno’s LGBTQ+ Liaison Read More »

REPORT: A Holistic Understanding of Anti-LGBTQ Discrimination in Fresno/The Central Valley Region

The LGBTQ Community Network recently conducted a survey to better understand the struggles of the LGBTQ community in the Fresno area. While significant research has been done in the fields of healthcare and homelessness, there still remain several unanswered questions in areas such as criminal justice, education, employment, and more. This study hopes to provide

REPORT: A Holistic Understanding of Anti-LGBTQ Discrimination in Fresno/The Central Valley Region Read More »

Coming Soon: Inclusive Sticker for LGBTQ+ Welcoming Places

It’s crucial that we celebrate and support initiatives that promote equality and acceptance. LGBT Community Network is leading the charge in the Central Valley, and we need your help! We’re launching a new initiative to foster inclusivity and celebration of LGBTQ+ individuals within businesses and organizations, and we want you to be a part of

Coming Soon: Inclusive Sticker for LGBTQ+ Welcoming Places Read More »