LGBTQ Matters
- msfriendlyvillager
- 1 day ago
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On Tuesday, February 3rd, we had the honor of hearing from equal rights activist Giselle Kovac, whose lifelong commitment to equity and human dignity continues to inspire.
Guided by a deep belief that everyone deserves equal opportunity to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, Giselle has spent more than forty years advocating for equal rights. Her activism began in healthcare, where, as a licensed midwife, she championed legislation supporting mothers, babies, and families.
Her dedication to children and education continued through her leadership at Miami Shores’ Miami Theater Center, first as a board member and later as Executive Director, where she helped expand exceptional arts and educational programming for local schools and communities across Miami-Dade County.
Giselle’s advocacy has also included board service with Miami Shores People of Color and long-standing involvement with SAVE, a South Florida organization that advances rights and protections for people of all sexual orientations and gender identities while supporting inclusive local and statewide leadership. She is also a founding member of Unite Miami Shores and Miami Shores Pride.
A mother of three and grandmother of seven, her favorite role to date, Giselle remains deeply motivated to create a more just and compassionate world for future generations.
During her talk, Giselle emphasized the importance of recognizing every human with dignity and respect. She shared valuable resources that provide education and support for the LGBTQ community and highlighted the critical need to protect and uplift our youth.
LGBTQ Resources:
Miami Shores Pride
Founded by Miami Shores residents to recognize the outstanding contributions of their gay residents and their allies. MS Pride is committed to raising awareness, offering financial support and celebrating MS diversity through engagement and community building.
SAVE (local)
SAVE is Florida's longest serving organization dedicated to protecting people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) against discrimination. Since 1993, SAVE has advocated for equal rights for persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
Equality Florida (state wide)
Equality Florida is a civil rights organization dedicated to securing full equality for Florida's lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) community. We're changing Florida through lobbying, grassroots organizing, education, and coalition building — so that no one suffers harassment or discrimination on the basis of their sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.
Human Rights Campaign-HRC (national)
HRC's campaigns are focused on mobilizing those who envision a world strengthened by diversity, where our laws and society treat all people equally, including LGBTQ+ people and those who are multiply marginalized.
SAFE Schools (local)
Safe Schools champions the rights of LGBTQ+ youth, educators, and parents by creating safe environments through advocacy, education, and support. We foster well-being both physically and emotionally, addressing anti-bullying, safer sex, and HIV/AIDS awareness.
Point Foundation (national)
Point Foundation supports the educational aspirations of LGBTQ+ and ally students to become impactful leaders in their lives, careers, and communities. Point seeks to build community and springboard a new generation of GBTQ+ and ally leaders toward success. Point does this through scholarship financing, leadership development, mentorship, and community support.
YES Institute (local)
YES Institute's vision is a community in which all youth develop as healthy individuals free of suicide, violence and discrimination. Our mission is to prevent suicide and ensure the healthy development of all youth through powerful communication and education on gender and orientation.
FLAG Miami (local)
(786) 763-2559
PFLAG is the nation's largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them. Established by parents with gay family members.
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