The 2021 session of the Hawaii State Legislature is in progress, so stay informed and express your position on upcoming legislation through its online portal. Create an account and sign up for Measure Tracking, Hearing Notifications, Testimony and more. Although the State Capitol building remains closed, your participation is as crucial as ever in making … Continue reading Hawaii State Legislature Online

Out for Sustainability (OUT4S) is the leading LGBTQ nonprofit dedicated to our social and physical environment, bridging queer identity and sustainability values. Since 2008, OUT4S has hosted more than 100 events in seven states, from service projects through the Earth Gay program to their national summit, Fab Planet. In addition to in-person community action, OUT4S … Continue reading Earth Day 2021: Out for Sustainability

The 2021 Outfest Fusion QTBIPOC Film Festival (April 16-20, 2021) includes five incredible days of streaming, showcasing, outdoor and drive-in celebrations featuring the works of some of today’s leading storytellers. 10 Feature films, over 40 Shorts, live workshops, and performances representing contemporary LGBTQ+ films, art, education, and music that centers an array of stories from … Continue reading April 16 – 20: Outfest Fusion QTBIPOC Film Festival

Kumu Kahua Theatre, in collaboration Chicago's Nothing Without a Company will gather theatre writers, directors, and actors to create and present 6 new 10-minute plays, made in 24 hours and presented online in hour 25. The theme of the festival is “cannabis.” Beginning on Saturday, April 17th at 3 PM HST, 6 writers, 6 directors, … Continue reading 24-Hour Play Fest

Saturday, April 17, 2021 at 10:00 AM HST is the next monthly meeting of the LGBT Caucus of the Democratic Party of Hawaii. The meeting will include updates on the current status of the LGBT Caucus bills and others that they are supporting, and then continue the discussion of the name change (see survey below). Join Zoom … Continue reading LGBT Caucus of the Democratic Party of Hawaii April Meeting

For students enrolled at the University of Hawaii, the Department of Women's Studies has announced a new offering: "Intro to LGBTQ+ Studies" for May - July, 2021. Explore key terms, texts and histories of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities. No matter what your major, you can graduate with a Certificate in Queer Studies. For … Continue reading Intro to LGBTQ+ Studies at UH Manoa

The Atlantic, building off its legacy of explicating and illuminating American ideals, is producing a series of conversations that will unpack the state of race relations and progress in America. Join a full day of programming on Thursday, April 15 with social-justice advocates, economists, medical professionals, scholars, and others to outline how we can harness 2020’s … Continue reading The Atlantic’s Progress Report: The State of the Black Community

Leading for Equity Impact is a six-session workshop series that will invite participants to consider history, race, culture, power, and privilege through a national, local, and personal lens. Participants will grow their knowledge and understanding within their cohort, moving from awareness to concrete actions that can advance the values of Hawaiʻi, both in our personal relationships … Continue reading Leading for Equity Impact

The Global Just Recovery Gathering is a three-day, fully online event with hands-on trainings, interactive workshops, and a powerful lineup of climate leaders from all over the world. The Gathering is for everyone whether you are a seasoned organizer or new to the movement to come together to design new pathways to build a better future … Continue reading April 9 – 11: The Global Just Recovery Gathering

Join the National Center for Transgender Equality on Wednesday, March 31st - Trans Day of Visibility - at the online 2021 Trans Equality Now Awards. Celebrate trailblazers in the movement like Ruby Corado and Layshia Claredon, as well as young voices, fresh faces, and grassroots activists committed to transgender equality across the nation. The Pre-Show … Continue reading Trans Equality Now Awards