GLAAD's Resource Kits give journalists the tools they can use to tell our community's stories and report on our issues in a fair, accurate and inclusive manner.
IN THE NEWS
Campaign Coverage 2004
Updated daily through the 2004 elections, this kit is home to the latest news, editorials and media clips about LGBT-related topics. It includes a comprehensive Media Resource Kit about Proposed Anti-Gay Consitutional amendments as well.
Reporting on Marriage Equality
Comprehensive resources for reporting on the ongoing discussion surrounding same-sex civil marriage equality, including spokesperson contacts, background on marriage and pending court cases, terminology suggestions and more.
Pride Month (June)
Resources for fair, accurate and inclusive coverage of nationwide Pride celebrations. Includes a listing of major Pride events.
TOPICAL RESOURCE KITS
Communities of African Descent Resouce Kit
The media are covering the lives, stories, and issues of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people more frequently, and often in a more fair, accurate, and balanced manner. Repeatedly, however, black LGBT voices, perspectives, and opinions are left out of the picture.
Asian Pacific Islander Community Media Resource Kit
The media are covering the lives, stories, and issues of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people more frequently, and often in a more fair, accurate, and balanced manner. Repeatedly, however, Asian Pacific Islander Community LGBT voices, perspectives, and opinions are left out of the picture.
Covering Hate Crimes
A resource for media professionals covering hate crimes against LGBT people - includes a terminology guide, links to legislative statistics, a coverage archive and more.
LGBT Characters in Comics
GLAAD's resources for covering Marvel Comics' planned revival of "Rawhide Kid" as a gay character.
Hate Crime Coverage: The Murder of Gwen Araujo
Resources for accurate and respectful reporting on the death of Latina transgender teen Gwen Araujo.
Catholic Church Sex-Abuse Crisis
Resources for accurate reporting on the sex-abuse crisis and the scapegoating of gay priests.
HOLIDAYS & ANNUAL CELEBRATIONS
Holidays 2003 (December/January)
Suggestions for creating inclusive Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa and New Year's feature stories.
Black History Month (February)
Resources and suggestions for developing LGBT-inclusive Black History Month features.
Valentine's Day (February 14)
Resources for crafting Valentine's Day coverage that integrates LGBT couples' romantic celebrations
Memorial Day (May)
Resources for inclusive Memorial Day features that acknowledge the sacrifices of gay and lesbian servicemembers.
Latino Heritage Month (September)
Resources and suggestions for developing LGBT-inclusive Latino Heritage Month features.
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