How COVID-19 Sparked LGBTQ Community-Building

Many crucial queer spaces and events were forced to close due to the coronavirus pandemic. Still, LGBTQ Americans, along with allies, persevered by finding alternative ways to help the community.

In one case, that meant a church hosting an inclusive virtual event celebrating same-sex unions for the first time ever.

In another, that meant setting up a mask-decorating project and silent auction to raise money for an LGBTQ fund and help artists struggling during the pandemic.

Elsewhere, a charter school intended to be an affirming space for LGBTQ youth got approval after a lengthy process, while a transgender electrician started her own business to meet the needs of her community.

In this episode:
0:43 - Asbury Memorial in Savannah holds virtual celebration for LGBTQ couples

2:59 - Safe space for LGBTQ students at Magic City Acceptance Academy

4:38 - Local center launching one-of-a-kind program to help LGBTQ youth

5:58 - Vermont electrician starts business, supporting LGBTQ community

7:26 - Virtual mask design benefits Baltimore LGBTQ fund

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[melissadengel]

This has been a long time to wait for those who needed a safe place. As a. supporter of LGBTQ RIGHTS I am so grateful to see this become a true. reality.

[dynastystar]

You’re not “one of the first”, every company in existence almost nowadays has gone woke. So no, you aren’t special and companies like you are why I hate identity politics and generally avoid them like the plague(outside of excepts like my rant here). I hate hearing about this garbage 24/7