Category Archives: Queer

Black History Month: Meet Barbara Jordan

Posted on February 1, 2013 by carrietj

The Honorable Barbara Jordan 1936-1996 Lawyer • Orator • Stateswoman • Teacher “What the people want is simple. They want  an America as good as its promise.” About Barbara Jordan Born and raised in Houston, Jordan was the daughter of … Continue reading →

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Happy National Coming Out Day!

Posted on October 11, 2011 by carrietj

Running late with it, but happy National Coming Out Day, everybody! What the heck is this day for, anyway? To increase visibility and promote acceptance, National Coming Out Day is about telling folks that you are lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, … Continue reading →

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Notes from the SisterSong Conference, Part Three: How to Talk to Teens About Sex

Posted on July 30, 2011 by carrietj

These are my notes from Bronx Works‘s workshop, How to Talk to Teens About Sex, fancied up with some links and additional information – including why I disagreed with some of what they said. – It’s important to keep in … Continue reading →

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