Travis Shumake wasn’t your typical kid growing up in Phoenix, Arizona. His playground wasn’t the local park, it was the drag strip. The son of celebrated NHRA drivers Tripp and Susie Shumake, Travis’s “average” childhood activities included chatting with racing legends, standing on the starting line, and pretending to do burnouts in the Nitro Funny Car parked in the family garage.

The Floyd Lamb State Park features the Tule Springs Loop, which is a free-to-access trail that interconnects with the greater park area. This area features lakes and grass, historic buildings, level trails, both paved and unpaved, and a mix of desert and green scenery and wildlife.

As a kid, I felt a strong connection with my gay friends. The more I learned about their experiences and interests, the more I realized how much we had in common. The larger my circle of LGBTQ+ friends grew, the more I realized how much the LGBTQ+ and Disability communities have in common.

Silver State Equality, Nevada’s statewide LGBTQ+ civil rights advocacy nonprofit, today announced the endorsement of five pro-equality candidates for Las Vegas City Council, Nevada State Assembly and the Clark County School District Board of Trustees.

On April 29th, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), finalized a policy that strengthens protections for youth in foster care by clarifying how states must meet their statutory requirements to appropriately serve LGBTQI+ children in foster care.

Equality Fashion Week® (EFW) 2024 stood as a beacon of hope and resilience in a world where representation and visibility are increasingly crucial. Launched in 2018, this pioneering event has grown into a significant platform for underrepresented voices within the LGBTQ+ community, advocating for equity, equality, and diversity in a time of increasing anti-LGBTQ+ legislation.

Gender fluidity suggests diverse ways of representing oneself in society; anatomical sex has always been defined socially by a gender role and subjectively as gender identity. Judith Butler perfectly explains how sex, gender and sexuality interact; she questioned the gender binary distinction, suggesting that “biology is always given cultural meaning and, therefore, perhaps sex was always gender.”

Art, in all its forms, has always been a reflection of the human experience, capturing the essence of society, its struggles, its triumphs, and its dreams. The LGBTQ+ community, with its rich history and vibrant presence, has made significant contributions to the arts, weaving its unique perspectives into the broader cultural tapestry.

In a world where acceptance and inclusion are paramount, creating safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth is a critical step toward fostering a supportive and nurturing environment. With rising awareness of LGBTQ+ issues, educators, support groups, and communities play a pivotal role in shaping spaces where young people can express themselves without fear of discrimination, harassment, or violence.

In the vibrant tapestry of Las Vegas, where every glimmering light tells a story, a narrative of resilience and community is woven within the walls of LGBTQ+ establishments like Le Café and the Red Barn. These sanctuaries of acceptance, though often overlooked, stand as monuments to the courage and defiance of those who dared to challenge societal norms.

Each June, we celebrate PRIDE by honoring our past and respecting the elders who started our movement at Stonewall and beyond. This June, we will be celebrating at several events. Be sure to check out our calendar and save those dates!

History will remember what we do this election. Will the American people – will Nevadans – rise in support of democracy? Will they speak out in defense of a society that is fair, just and equal for all Americans, and against assaults on LGBTQ+ rights; on reproductive freedoms; on racial injustice? The imperative to take action has never been greater. If we are to advance pro-LGBTQ+ initiatives instead of just blocking an anti-LGBTQ+ agenda, it comes down to this year’s election.