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Tessa Ganserer - Against All Odds

October 11, 2024

Tessa Ganserer broke down barriers in German politics when she became one of two transgender women elected to the German federal Parliament in 2021.

Tessa pursued a career in politics, dedicating herself to causes that aligned with her deep connection to the world around her. She became a...

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Brittney Griner - Against All Odds

October 10, 2024

Brittney Griner grew up in Houston, Texas, and showed an early interest in sports. She attended Nimitz High School, where she played basketball and gained national attention for her incredible shot-blocking ability and dunking prowess, which is rare in women's basketball.

Griner played...

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Justine Simone Lindsay - Against All Odds

October 9, 2024

Justine Simone Lindsay started dancing when she was very very young and immediately knew she had a gift for creative movement. She spent her early years honing on her dance skills with a preference for ballet.

Justine Lindsay’s selection as a TopCats cheerleader marked a pivotal...

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"Can I Be Frank?" at the Wilma

October 8, 2024
In a...

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Barbara Gittings Gay & Lesbian Collection At the Free Library

September 23, 2024

What could our largest library of LGBTQIA2+ books mean to you? Join the Free Library of Philadelphia for a community visioning session for the Barbara Gittings Gay & Lesbian Collection—

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September is Hunger Action Month

September 2, 2024

Every month, Mazzoni Center’s Food Bank has 1,200 client visits, distributing nutritious food to community members in need. With September being Hunger Action Month, it is a great time to help support this life-saving piece of Mazzoni Center’s whole-person care. A donation of just $...

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Two Ways You Can Still Join the Philly Trans Wellness Conference

August 21, 2024

Our Philadelphia Trans Wellness Conference (PTWC) begins in 15 days on September 5. While our general track registration for in-person participation is filled, there are still two ways to participate in this year’s conference.

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Are You Registered to Vote?

August 14, 2024
Not yet registered to vote? Registering and voting is one of the most important ways to ensure our community’s voices are heard.

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Mazzoni Center Joins ACME GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Bag Program

August 5, 2024

We are excited to announce that the ACME Community Relations Team has selected Mazzoni Center as an August 2024 GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Bag Program Nonprofit Partner.

Mazzoni Center will receive a $1 donation for every $3.00 reusable GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Bag sold during August 2024...

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Be a Philadelphia Trans Wellness Conference Volunteer

July 12, 2024

If you missed the deadline for tickets to attend this year’s Philadelphia Trans Wellness Conference, it’s not too late. Serving as a volunteer for just one 5-hour conference shift will enable you to attend the Conference’s general track days on September 6 and 7 on the campus...

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