Yesterday, Karisha (another Field Organizer) and I tabled at Motor City Pride in Ferndale. This is an event that celebrates the lives of Michigan's lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transexual citizens. It is a huge street festival that is organized by Triangle Foundation (www.tri.org).
What an amazing event! Thousands of people showed up to have a good time and pay tribute to Michigan's diversity. Many, many people approached the Planned Parenthood table to get information and express support for our organization. Some people may not initially see how Planned Parenthood and the LGBT community connect, but there are actually plenty of ways that the two support each other.
*Planned Parenthood believes in non-judgmental health care, regardless of race, gender, socio-economic background, able-bodiedness, sexual orientation, etc. Every individual deserves access to quality, affordable service.
*Planned Parenthood advocates for safe sex and healthy relationships. Clearly, this is important for everyone across the sexual identity spectrum. PP has information for everyone, regardless of sexual orientation, on how to protect against STI's and sexual assault, understand the dynamics of a healthy relationship, and develop good communication skills.
*Planned Parenthood believes in comprehensive sexuality education, which should include information on and sensitivity to LGBT issues.
*Planned Parenthood is a progressive organization and we support progressive causes!
These are a few of the reasons why Planned Parenthood and the LGBT community are linked, and why we should continue to work together in the future.
I am so looking forward to attending the Pride festival in Lansing on June 27-29th. I hope to see you there! Visit http://michiganpride.org/ for more information.
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