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Oct 22, 2024 · According to the Greater Cleveland LGBTQ+ Community Needs Assessment, an alarming 100% of 59 LGBTQ+ youth surveyed reported bullying because of their identity. 15 out LGBTQ+ Ohio candidates ran for public office in the 2024 general election. Here’s how they fared. The results are in for more than a dozen LGBTQ+ Ohioans who ran for public ...
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Ron Clemons is a retired Social Worker, Educator and long time community activist based in CIncinnati. His passions are Photography, Writing and Story Telling. He considers himself a Grio. Ron is a Board Member at The Buckeye Flame. @ron-clemons-35969710.
It's The Buckeye Flame's 4th birthday and we've got a surprise.
Oct 11, 2024 · Letter from the Editor: It’s our 4th birthday and we’ve got a surprise announcement! The background against which The Buckeye Flame does its work continues to be fraught…making your support more vital than ever. By Ken Schneck (he/him), Editor Community June 19, 2024. In just a few days, The Buckeye Flame will celebrate our fourth ...
Hearing held to grant Ohio LGBTQ+ nondiscrimination protections
21 hours ago · First hearing held for Fairness Act to grant nondiscrimination protections to LGBTQ+ Ohioans. Ohio is one of 27 states without laws protecting individuals from discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity. By Ken Schneck (he/him), Editor Business, Policy/Legislation November 13, 2024.
Our mission – The Buckeye Flame
The Buckeye Flame amplifies the voices of LGBTQ+ Ohioans to support community and civic empowerment through the creation of engaging content that chronicles our triumphs, struggles and lived experiences.. Our History. The Buckeye Flame launched in June of 2020 as a 501c3 nonprofit newsroom, filling the lack of a statewide LGBTQ+ news and views platform in Ohio.
Cleveland Heights declared ‘safe haven’ for transgender Ohioans
6 days ago · (Image by H.L. Comeriato) Standing at the back of Cleveland Heights City Council chambers, Harley Rubin’s eyes filled with tears.. Council members had just unanimously approved Resolution 199-2024, declaring the city a “safe haven” for transgender, non-binary and gender non-conforming Ohioans seeking gender-affirming health care under the state’s current health care ban for minors.
Commentary Archives – The Buckeye Flame
Sep 29, 2024 · Editor’s Commentary: Ohio’s ‘Parents’ Bill of Rights’ will irreparably destroy – yes, destroy! – education. By Ken Schneck (he/him), Editor Commentary June 25, 2024. HB 8 was passed by the Ohio House in June 2023 and will have its fourth hearing in the Senate Education Committee on Wednesday.
Podcasts Archives – The Buckeye Flame
Oct 30, 2024 · Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme are coming to Ohio with a holiday show full of laughs, legacy and liberation [LISTEN] By Ken Schneck (he/him), Editor Arts & Entertainment October 1, 2024. “We go into these spaces knowing that we can make it through the fire.”. Gov. DeWine wants to force trans adults to consult a bioethicist.
Happy Birthday, The Buckeye Flame!: 5 Takeaways From Year One
Oct 18, 2024 · When The Buckeye Flame launched on June 23, 2020, we felt an overwhelming sense of urgency.. From our very first post:. A pandemic. Social distancing. Pride celebrations postponed or canceled altogether. The ongoing assault on black bodies that is both killing members of our families and causing our communities untold damage.