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Happy holidays from us here at QueeRx! Hope you are all having a peaceful holiday season. ☺️🎄

For this pantry, Christmas Eve marks 31 years of feeding HIV/AIDS-impacted LGBTQ community In 1988, a group of activists — overwhelmed by the toll of AIDS on Chicago’s gay community and wanting to do more than attend funerals — began delivering meals to those with HIV/AIDS.

Reform in recognition and treatment of our LGBTQIA+ patients has continued to expand across the globe, even in countries that traditionally have not acknowledged these people. Every step counts. Happy holidays everyone!

Japan backs transgender people using the bathroom that matches their gender in landmark court case A court in Japan has ruled that it's illegal to ban trans people from using the bathroom corresponding to their gender identity.

An HIV vaccine could be available in 2021 as experts are “optimistic” about trials Three HIV vaccines are being studied in clinical trials and, if successful, could be available soon...

Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance! On this day, we observe and honor the memories of victims to anti-transgender related violence. Transgender individuals face discrimination from a range of places, including from friends, family, and in the workplace.

By spreading awareness of the present state of bias and prejudice and promoting advocacy for these issues, we can help advance our society towards a more accepting world.

For more information and resources, please follow the link below:

Transgender Day of Remembrance Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is an annual observance on November 20 that honors the memory of the transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence.You can read more about the Transgender Day of Remembrance below, and find out how you can show support for the com...

ingersollgendercenter.org

Gay History - November 11th, 1950: The Mattachine Society Holds It's First Meeting In Los Angeles On November 11th. 1950, Harry Hay and a group of Los Angeles friends formed The Mattachine Society, a group to protect and improve the rights of gay men and le****ns.

“This rule is an abuse of taxpayer dollars in the name of empowering hatred and bigotry towards society’s most vulnerable members. Stigma and prejudice are fueling a public health crisis among transgender people across the country, one that manifests itself as su***de, addiction, intimate partner violence, and HIV. Enabling providers of life-saving services to worsen these crises by rejecting transgender people is a moral crime and a severe abdication of HHS’s mission to preserve public health.”

- Mara Keisling, Exec. Director for the National Center of Transgender Inequality

Trump Administration Erases Civil Rights Protections for LGBTQ Health Programs The Trump administration announced today that it would abandon civil rights rules for organizations receiving billions in taxpayer dollars.

Come learn about inclusive clinician practices from a variety of practitioners about how we can better promote the well-being and health of our transgender and gender-expansive youth!

When: Friday, October 25, 9 - 11:30 AM
Where: HSB T-733

Registration still open.

Happy Friday! Along with the recent closing of the first Chick-Fil-A in the UK, here's just a little patient-friendly guide for healthcare providers detailing some health disparities in our LGBTQ+ patients and how we as healthcare providers can help. Super easy to read and understand!

https://www.cnbc.com/2019/10/18/chick-fil-as-first-uk-location-will-close-after-pressure-from-lgbtq-rights-group.html
https://www.lgbthealtheducation.org/wp-content/uploads/Improving-the-Health-of-LGBT-People.pdf

www.lgbthealtheducation.org

QueeRx's first year liaison application is now open until Thursday, October 24 @ 11:59PM! All PY1 students are welcome to apply!

Some information about the position: There can be multiple first year liaisons. First year liaisons must be members of QueeRx (you do not need to be a member to apply, but must join if elected).

Most importantly, first year liaisons will have opportunities to work alongside current QueeRx leadership in outreach events and projects throughout the year. Through close mentorship we will teach you about our club, instill confidence in your abilities, and cultivate communication skills and connections which will serve you as a leader in the School of Pharmacy and well into your professional career!

Applicants will be notified of results the week of October 27th.

Thank you for your interest and we look forward to your responses!

QueeRx First Year (PY1) Liaison Application Thank you for your interest in the First-Year Liaison position for QueeRx (Pharmacy LGBTQ+ and Ally Association)! This form will close on Thursday, October 24th at 11:59pm. Applications will be reviewed by the current officers of QueeRx, and applicants will be notified when a decision is reached.