Official News Outlet for the Rainbow Round Table of the American Library Association
By Tricia Boucher Illinois Senate plan would include LGBTQ history in schools The Illinois Senate and House Education committees have endorsed a measure that would require all elementary and high schools to teach a unit on LGBT history. If passed, Illinois will be the second state to require this curriculum. Gender-affirming surgery ‘significantly improves quality […]
By Thomas Maxheimer Members of Trump’s cabinet study bible with anti-LGBTI minister Ralph Drollinger, the leader of Capitol Ministries is heading a bible study group, the first of its kind in at least 100 years, for the nation’s leaders. Mr. Dollinger feels homosexuality is “illegitimate,” that women shouldn’t not be allowed hold leadership positions, and […]
By A. Faulkner Hollywood’s Ageism and Homophobia Almost Killed Silver Foxes “The creators of the Golden Girls-inspired show about LGBT seniors, encountered a few hurdles. Here’s their story.” Meet the first ever openly gay lead in an American broadcast drama It’s the first time a queer character will play the lead in an American broadcast drama. Alan […]
The GLBTRT is proud to highlight some of our current Emerging Leaders (ELs). Including people who are members of and/or sponsored by our round table, these spotlights will let you get to know some of the incredible people in our field and learn about the work that they’ve accomplished through the EL Program. Donate today […]
Have you been thinking about getting more involved in the GLBTRT? Like the direction we’re headed and want to help us be even more visible, diverse, and inclusive? Here’s your chance! We’re currently looking for volunteers for the following committees: Advocacy Bylaws 50th Anniversary Golden Jubilee Planning Fundraising Local Arrangements/Social Planning Membership Promotion News Program Planning Resources […]
By Tricia Boucher New Zealand passes law to erase historical gay sex convictions Homosexuality was decriminalized in 1986, but many people still have a record. Lawmakers are now clearing records and have apologized to those convicted. Malaysian university forum to ‘convert’ LGBT students draws criticism The Muslim Student Association at University Sains in Malaysia held […]
By Tricia Boucher Grindr shared information about users’ HIV status with third parties A Norwegian nonprofit group discovered that Grindr was sharing users’ HIV status with third parties. After being found out, Grindr said it would stop. Anchorage Anti-Trans Measure Soundly Defeated Proposition 1 – which would have prevented trans persons from using public restrooms […]
By Thomas Maxheimer ALASKA: Anchorage Rejects Anti-Trans Initiative The votes of Anchorage citizens have been counted and they have rejected an initiative that would have regulated access to restrooms and locker rooms by the gender listed on their birth certificate. Maryland lawmakers ban gay conversion therapy for minors After a 95-27 vote, Governor Larry Hogan […]
By A. Faulkner Rachel Maddow Show Bests Hannity to Become Highest-Rated Cable News Program The show bested Fox News’ Hannity to become the most-watched cable news show on television. Bob Dylan is among stars singing about same-sex lovers on a new EP The singer lent his voice to Universal Love, a collection of wedding songs […]
By A. Faulkner What is your role in the GLBTRT? Member What does the GLBTRT mean to you? It means visibility. By being visible, we can support our LGBTQ+ colleagues and build a more inclusive profession together. By being visible, we support our patrons and build more inclusive communities whether they be in an academic, […]