IWD 2011, Remembering Our Unsung Heroes
As we gather today – across the United States and around the world – to celebrate 100 years of victories women have won for themselves, their families and communities, I am also reminded of the many unsung heroes in our communities now and those who came before us. I am reminded of my mother, Sigrid [...]
Unceasing Gratitude!
After what has seemed like months and months (and months) of transition, I have finally landed on solid ground and feel so settled, joyful and full of life that I can barely contain myself. It’s been a long road, filled with moments of doubt and fears that I would be swallowed up by an all-engulfing [...]
[Hands and Feet Profiles] – Jamila Gaskins, HIV Prevention We Must
The Diversity Projekt believes that building awareness around important social justice issues and providing a platform for individuals, initiatives and organizations who are the Hands and Feet of social justice, is imperative to achieving a just and equitable society. If you are or know of an individual, cause or organization we should be highlighting on [...]
Equality….or Not So Much!
Like many of you, I was extremely excited in January when Houston swore in its first out Lesbian Mayor, Annise Parker. The fact that her “life partner” was at her side, topped the cake. While Parker made history that day, she also assumed leadership over a city wrought with a plethora of issues. One grabbed [...]
