The Capital City GLBTA Democratic Caucus has moved to oppose and denounce FL House Bill 583, relating to Single-sex public facilities. The bill, introduced by State Representative Frank Artiles, (R- Miami), is a misguided and dangerous bill that discriminates against the transgender community. HB 583 would force individuals to use single-sex restrooms and public facilities […]
While we celebrate much progress on the march to full equality in Florida, there still remains work to be done! Florida remains one of several states where people can be fired because of their real or perceived sexual orientation and gender identity/expression and denied access to public accommodations. The Florida LGBTA Democratic Caucus applauds the
The Florida LGBTA Democratic Caucus stands united with our partners the Human Rights Campaign and Equality Florida and equality-minded Floridians throughout the state in strongly opposing blatantly transphobic House Bill 583. This legislation would force transgender Floridians to use public facilities that do not correspond with their gender identity and expression, exposing them not just
Stonewall Democrats Endorse Three LGBT Champions in St Petersburg City Council General Elections Much has changed in the City of St Petersburg since Stonewall Democrat Steve Kornell was first elected to City Council in 2009. With Democrats leading the way, three openly LGBT members serving on Council, and long term LGBT-ally Rick Kriseman serving as […]
Gainesville, FL – On Saturday, February 7, 2015 at the Winter Membership Meeting, the Florida Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender & Allies Democratic Caucus both finalized a name change and elected new leadership. In recent years, the acronym LGBT has become the accepted and celebrated way to refer to the community, both by organizations advocating full
Join the Capital City GLBTA Democratic Caucus, Inc. for our February Membership Meeting & Social on Wednesday, February 11, 6:30pm, at Proof Brewing Company in Railroad Square Art Park. We’ll be discussing future caucus events, announced candidates for 2016, and will receive an update from the Florida LGBTA Democratic Caucus Region 1 team. Please note […]
SOURCE: Equality Florida http://eqfl.convio.net/site/MessageViewer?dlv_id=28981&em_id=27321.0 ***** Equality Florida Institute #DiscriminationExists – Join the Conversation Friend, did you know same-sex couples who wed over the weekend could find themselves fired today simply because of who they love? While January 6 was a … Continue reading →
A special room rate of $89/night has been arranged at Paramount Plaza Hotel & Suites, 2900 SW 13th Street, for the nights of February 6th and 7th. At this time, king-sized rooms are sold out, but double-bed rooms are still available. Room reservations at this rate must be made by the end of the day
The Florida LGBTA Democratic Caucus is pleased to announce plans for our upcoming Winter (Biennial) Membership Meeting and Board Elections, held February 7, 2015, in Gainesville, Florida! The membership meeting will include the election of officers and other board members, the consideration of bylaws changes and a discussion about transgender inclusion and participation in the Caucus.
