Black History Month includes Black LGBTQ+ History ✊🏾🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️
Heroes like Storme DeLarverie, Marsha P. Johnson, Audre Lorde, and Bayard Rustin. Black queer and trans leaders have been at the forefront of black justice—fighting for liberation, equality, and the right to exist unapologetically. Yet, they've faced relentless oppression, targeted by racism, homophobia, and transphobia throughout history. This #BlackHistoryMonth, we honor their resilience and continue their fi

On Holocaust Remembrance Day, we honor the resilience and courage of Holocaust survivors, and we mourn the 12 million lost, Jews, LGBTQ+ persons, Romani’s, faith leaders, educators, intellectuals, and more and, those who spoke up and fought back against tyranny and hate. These stories serve as powerful reminders of humanity’s strength in the face of unimaginable darkness. We need that level of strength today and focus today amid the discrimination and antisemitism experienced

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in 2026 is on Monday, January 19th. It is a federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday of January to honor the life and legacy of Dr. King. The day is also recognized as a national day of service to encourage volunteerism and community improvement. Theme:  The 2026 King Holiday Observance theme is "Mission Possible 2: Building Community, Uniting a Nation the Nonviolent Way," according to The King Center. Learn more at  https://thekingcenter.org

Happy New Year to all of our friends, family and allies. We recognize that our community continues to struggle and that 2025 has seen roll backs for much of the work we have accomplished together. Try not to loose heart. We stand together, raise our voices together, provide each other the support that we need together. We are the light, the beacon of a just and democratic society. Keep up the good fight. #happynewyear #2026 #lgbtqiaa # lgbtq+

❤️ 🔥December 17 is the International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers , which highlights violence, discrimination, and social exclusion experienced by sex workers worldwide—particularly trans women and LGBTQ+ individuals. The observance emerged as a vigil for victims of gender‑based lake of justice and continues as a call to protect rights, dignity, and safety. National Ugly Mugs+2Wikipedia+2 At LGBT Senior Housing and Care, we support the dignity and belonging of all

🧬 On December 14 we observe HIV Cure Research Day , dedicated to advancing awareness and support for global efforts to find a cure for HIV. While antiretroviral treatments have transformed many lives, the persistence of HIV reservoirs remains a key barrier. HIV Cure Research Day+2True U Clinic+2 At LGBT Senior Housing and Care, we recognise that a significant portion of people living with HIV are over 50—underscoring the importance of elder‑inclusive research, care, and hous

🌐 December 10 marks Human Rights Day , the anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948. This day invites global reflection on dignity, equality, and freedom—especially in times when civil liberties and LGBTQ+ rights face increasing threats. United Nations+2Human Rights Careers+2 With our focus on elder‑affirming housing, LGBT Senior Housing and Care recognises that the right to live safely, openly, and with respect is fundamental at every

💖💛💙 On December 8, we celebrate Pansexual and Panromantic Pride Day , honoring identities that transcend gender in attraction and romance. Many individuals with pan‑orientation face misunderstanding or invisibility—even within LGBTQ+ circles. This day emphasises education, representation, and belonging. The Rainbow Stores+2The Atlantic+2 At LGBT Senior Housing and Care, we celebrate pan elders whose lives expand our understanding of identity, and we commit to creating affi

🌍 On December 1, the world observes a global health awareness day focused on remembering lives lost to AIDS, supporting those currently living with HIV, and renewing commitment to ending the epidemic. The World Health Organization reports that in 2024 over 40 million people were living with HIV worldwide—highlighting that despite decades of progress, the challenge remains. CDC+3World Health Organization+3UNAIDS+3 At LGBT Senior Housing and Care, we honour LGBTQ+ elders—many

🦃 This Thanksgiving Day — celebrated every fourth Thursday in November — invites us to pause in gratitude, gather in community, and reflect on both our blessings and responsibilities. Wikipedia+2Smithsonian Institution+2 In today’s evolving social landscape, this tradition holds new layers of meaning: ● It reminds us of the enduring power of community and connection, especially at times when many are facing isolation or displacement. ● It offers a moment for thankfulness and

🧡 International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women (November 25 2025) marks a global call to action to end gender‑based violence in all its forms—from domestic abuse to online harassment, from intimate partner violence to femicide. According to the United Nations, an estimated 736 million women have experienced physical or sexual violence in their lifetime. United Nations+2pmnch.who.int+2 In recent events, the convergence of post‑pandemic recovery, humanitaria

🕯️Transgender Day of Remembrance (November 20) — a day dedicated to honoring the lives of transgender, non‑binary, and gender‑diverse individuals lost to violence and anti‑trans hatred. glaad.org +2Michigan State University+2 In the past year alone, at least 36 trans people were killed due to bias‑related violence, and transgender individuals face over four times the violence risk of cisgender people. AP News This observance happens amid rising legislative attacks on trans r

📅 November 13–19 marks Transgender Awareness Week, a dedicated time to increase visibility of transgender, non‑binary, and gender‑diverse individuals, amplify their stories, and elevate advocacy for inclusive rights and protections. glaad.org + 2glsen.org +2 In an era where transgender people remain at the sharp edge of legislative attacks, healthcare access struggles, and social stigma, this week is not just about visibility—it’s about commitment. Recent data shows that ove

🧡 November 8 marks Intersex Day of Solidarity (also known as Intersex Day of Remembrance) — a day for honoring intersex individuals, remembering those whose lives were impacted by forced medical interventions or stigma, and affirming the ongoing struggle for bodily autonomy and human rights. Intersex Day+2Diva Magazine+2 In recent years, global momentum has grown: the United Nations Human Rights Council adopted its first resolution protecting intersex people’s rights, which

👨 👩 👧 👦Transgender Parent Day is observed annually on the first Sunday of November and celebrates the love, resilience, and lives of transgender parents—and parents of transgender children. Heckin' Unicorn+2Resource Center+2 In a time when legislation and social climate around transgender identities are under increased scrutiny, highlighting the role of trans parents is more important than ever. Today’s context: ● Anti‑trans bills targeting family rights and parental reco

🌀 November marks Transgender Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the lives, contributions, and resilience of our transgender, non‑binary, and gender‑diverse communities while also shining a spotlight on the ongoing violence, discrimination, and erasure they face. fenwayhealth.org + 2spectrumcenter.umich.edu +2 In 2025, the urgency has never felt greater. As anti‑trans legislation surges in many states and transgender youth face increasingly hostile environments, visibility

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💜 Spirit Day — observed annually on the third Thursday in October — invites everyone to wear purple in solidarity with LGBTQ youth and...