by Mar Lee | Jun 30, 2021 | Uncategorized
Hello everyone! My name is Ellie Martinez and I am a recent graduate of Nebraska Wesleyan University where I studied Communication Studies and Spanish. Since January, I have had the opportunity to serve as a Legislative Intern at OutNebraska. My role involves...
by Mar Lee | Apr 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
The Nebraska Department of Education has proposed new Health Education Standards for K-12 schools in Nebraska. In Nebraska, the actual curriculum in regards to health education is determined by local school boards. The state recommended standards are a framework for...
by Mar Lee | Apr 10, 2021 | Advocacy
Today, OutNebraska is proud to join several organizations across the country in recognizing National Youth HIV and AIDS Awareness Day (NYHAAD). NYHAAD annually on April 10th, is a day to educate the public about the impact of HIV and AIDS on young people. The day...
by Mar Lee | Apr 5, 2021 | Advocacy
Did you know 29 states still lack adequate LGBTQ+ protections? But for the first time in our history, Congress has a real chance to fix that by passing the Equality Act. It’s time to ensure no one can be refused service at a restaurant, declined pick up by a car...
by Mar Lee | Mar 31, 2021 | Uncategorized
Today in honor of Trans Day of Visibility, the ACLU of Nebraska, OutNebraska and Professional Transgender Resource Network (PTRN) Nebraska sent information to Douglas County and Lancaster County election officials about voting access for gender nonconforming,...