...Summary * Research shows that sexual orientation is a not a common question found on numerous public health surveillance surveys. * Therefore, such surveys have been considered inefficient in monitoring the trends required to achieve a national health objective that will include the health of the LGBT people. * Currently, the LGBT population has attained rights to serve in the military, to get married in some states and are making significant steps in achieving full equality in many other aspects of lives * For this reason, sexual orientation is something that needs to be included in public health surveys if the health concerns of the LGBT are to be addressed efficiently. * Furthermore, the inclusion of sexual orientation in public health surveys would permit the contrast between heterosexual and homosexual populations in disparate areas of disability, access to health facilities and disease risk factors. * It will also enable social workers to recognize health concerns that are unique to the LGBT people; hence, this will translate into finding the appropriate means of improving the healthcare of the LGBT persons. Slide 2 * Many surveys could benefit from including questions on sexual orientation. * Firstly, the NHIS, which is known to be the primary source of information on the health of the non-institutionalized citizens of the U.S by offering the relevant data to track the progress to achieving national health goals. * Secondly, the BRFSS...
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...down to 2012-2017, Full Text, and Academic Articles to start - which brought it down to about 4,600. I knew that I did not want young adults or children, nor did I want collection development articles, which unfortunately consisted of many of the results. The first article I found was Self-Censorship in Selection of LGBT-Themed Materials by Jennifer Downey. While this article is not a library service, per say, it does speak pointedly about how librarians should treat the idea of LGBT lifestyle in their performances, whether it is purchasing materials or seeking out the community....
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...Should There Be Specific Anti-Gay Bully Polices in Schools First let’s be clear about definitions concerning this essay. Bully: One who is habitually cruel to smaller or weaker people (The American Heritage Dictionary 2007). An aggressive person who intimidates or mistreats weaker people, (Encarta dictionary, 2012). Bullying: The process of intimidating or mistreating somebody weaker or in a more vulnerable situation (Encarta dictionary, 2012). Bullying for this paper: Any act of harassment, intimidation, whether physical, verbal or telecommunicated (cyber/text) that makes a person feel demeaned, belittled, fearful, or endangered. Since doing this research I find that each article defines bullying in a different way. I believe that we need to have a definitive explanation of what we consider bullying on the whole. Although every definition centers on the idea that someone is being mistreated in some way by another person. Why is it surprising that we have children lashing out to the children that have bullied them today when this is what Americans have done since this country began? The Europeans came to this country and started to take over the land. The Native Americans very rarely killed one another, they simply counted coup. As the Europeans continued to move away from the east coast they decided that the way the Native Americans were living was barbaric and they needed to be civilized and Christianized. When the Native Americans refused to conform, the...
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...Transgender (LGBT) Youth in America Teela Oxendine-Cummings CST5334 – Ethnic and Cultural Awareness Capella University Abstract This paper presents an overview of what is known about suicide and suicidal behavior among LGB youth. For the intention of this paper, the term youth is generally defined as people age 15 through 24. In developing this paper, the learner reviewed the relevant literature published from 1996 through 2011; researched suicide prevention and mental health support programs, and researched services for LGBT youth. After summarize research findings about the higher risk of suicidal behavior for LGBT youth, the paper explores risk and protective factors for this group and provides suggestions to the field that is used to reduce suicidal behavior among LGBT youth. Table of Contents Research Paper Title…………………………………………………………1 Higher Risks of Suicide among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) youth in America…1 Abstract …………………………………………………. 2 Table of Contents………………………………………..3-4 Introduction…..…………………………………………..5 Overview on Suicide ……………………………5 Illustration of the LGBT Youth………….............5-6 Sexual Orientation and Suicide………………...6-7 Scope of the Problem : Suicidal Behaviors ………….7 Suicide Deaths Among LGBT Youth…………...7 Suicide Attempts Among LGBT Youth…………7-8 Suicide Ideation Among LGBT Youth………….8 Conclusion on Suicidal Behaviors of LGBT Youth…9 Scope of Challenges faced by LGBT Youth………….9 ...
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...Homeless LGBT Youth Patricia Lynard Literature Review SOWK 469 Applied Social Work Research Kofi Danso, Instructor Minnesota State University, Mankato March 6, 2013 Background/Intervention Someone who identifies as homeless LGBT youth is someone who fits into three categories combine. Firstly, they are young usually between the ages of 13-17 years of age. They are also homeless which loosely describes a person without a regular dwelling. There are several reasons why someone may become homeless; some examples include financial difficulties or family problems that force someone out of their home. The last category is an individual who identifies as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT). It is estimated that people who identify as LGBT make up 20% of the homeless population (Van Leeuwen, Boyle, Salomonsen-Sautel, Baker, Garcia, Hoffman, & Hopfer, 2006). When these categories are combined the individual is considered homeless LGBT youth, which is the focus of this literature review. The interventions for homeless LGBT youth are limited, but they can access local homeless shelters they however run the threat of being harassed by other people using the facilities for their sexual orientation. There a few organizations designed to help the homeless LGBT youth these interventions provide emergency housing for LGBT youth who have either been thrown out or have run away from their homes (Rosario, Schrimshaw, & Hunter, 2012). Purpose The purpose of this literature...
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...LGBT Adoption New Jersey’s statewide parenting legislation espouses a progressive stance on the matters of same-sex parenting and child care in the processes of adoption and foster parenting. The Garden State allows for same-sex adoption; allows single homosexuals to adopt; and allows second parent same-sex adoption (Lifelong Adoptions, 2013). New Jersey has passed progressive laws and policies that prohibit discrimination charged against LGBT individuals in the adoption process (Lifelong Adoptions, 2013). New Jersey state law also bans discrimination against LGBT individuals in the foster parent process (Lifelong Adoptions, 2013). New Jersey Statutes Annotated 9:3-43 enables for any person to adopt permitted the said person(s) pass a background investigation and meet adoption criteria for eligibility (Onelce, 2012). Unmarried joint adoptive parents petitioning to adopt a child can do so because of N.J.S.A. 9:3-43 (Onelce, 2012). In “Re-adoption of Two Children” by H.N.R., 666 A.2d 535 (Onelce, 2012) addresses second parent adoption; this statute exercises the possibility for an individual to petition for shared rights of custody with a parent who already possesses legal parental custody of a child. Several states prohibit joint adoption due to unmarried status. This statute is favorable for unmarried parents seeking to adopt in New Jersey. This New Jersey statute provides for an overall tolerant atmosphere for LGBT individuals and couples looking to adopt or become foster...
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...“Clearly, for emerging homosexual or transgender kids growing up, with few if any flesh-and-blood role models they can look up to regarding these core issues, LGBT images in the media take on especially heightened importance” (Kelso). With social media being widespread amongst youth, kids who are discovering who they are for the first time need something or someone to validate them, make them feel that what they are feeling is normal and many other people around the world feel the same way. Social media has also been used as a way for activists to promote LGBTQ+ rights and issues, as well as get their voice across to places that do and do not support equality. Even investigations have proven that the media can aid people with self-realization, coming out, and feeling comfortable being themselves by providing them with role-models and inspiration (Gomillion). I personally know someone who feel the same...
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...body 2. 2-2 ½ years old- Clearly Crystallizing through naturally curiosity about anatomical differences between sexes, genital play and gender categorization. 3. 3- firmly established through process of identification with same gender parent 2) Be able to discuss the current understanding of the development of sexual orientation A. What is sexual orientation: i. This refers to a person’s potential to respond with sexual excitement to persons of the same sex, opposite sex or both ii. This includes erotic or sexual fantasies, affection preferences, romantic attraction, etc iii. Heterosexual, Homosexual, Bisexual, and Asexual B. In Summary, there is Likely the following: i. Several Genes that encode for sexual orientation and perform other roles as well ii. Complex interaction between the biology and psychosocial mechanisms to produce sexual orientation...
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...Summary of Articles Bibliography Mallon, G. P. (2006). Busting Out of the Child Welfare Closet: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender-Affirming Approaches. Child Welfare, 115-122. The subject of working with Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) children, teens and their families is virtually unrecognized by the child welfare system. In order to make changes and human service professionals to start effectively assist this population, significant changes must be made. The focus must be to embrace the child and his lifestyle and show the family that they can function to the best of their ability. The first step is acceptance and to recognize that this effects all areas of child welfare services. This will not occur unless the case manager takes them out of the “heterocentric” world. Policies and laws must change. The government must take a step back and realize that this issue is not going away and ignoring it by worrying about the implications of funding programs to support this alternative lifestyle, will only make this population for more alienated. Agencies working with the LGBT community should look at the work those areas such as New York and San Francisco, where the youth are sheltered by local laws and acceptance of their lifestyle is tolerated. Information alone will not make a transformation. Acceptance and training must infiltrate all areas of the agency. The youth and their families must be met with understanding and guidance. There are...
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...Associate Level Material Appendix E Strategies for Gathering and Evaluating Sources |Source |What makes the source credible or what does not make it |Explain in at least two to four | | |credible? Consider the following when addressing the |sentences what information you can | | |source: |gather from this source? | | | | | | |What is the author’s affiliation to any organization | | | |related to the subject of the article? Does he or she have| | | |an ulterior motive? | | | | | | | |What is the author’s experience with the subject, | | | |including academic or professional credentials related to | | | |the subject of the source...
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...Awareness of Culture and Diversity: EFP1 Task 2 Brittany Kennedy Western Governor’s University A. Introduction Meridian High School is currently the only public high school in the city of Meridian, Mississippi. MHS has approximately 1,400 students enrolled from 9th grade to 12th grade. Some of the most noticeable demographics of this school is, homosexuality, teen pregnancy, and the dropout rate. A1. Local Demographics Staff and faculty members treat homosexual students differently than they do heterosexual students. Some educators don’t agree with their sexuality, and tend to favor the heterosexual student more. Student homosexuality is an uncomfortable subject to handle in a classroom setting. Some teachers feel LGBT students disrupt the learning experience with their outburst and flamboyant behavior. There are also educators who take pride in maintaining respect for all students in the classroom no matter what their sexual orientation is. (Duncan) curtails that “Just because you’re intervening on a homophobic comment doesn’t mean that you’re necessarily trying to be an activist. You are just trying to make sure each child has a safe and supportive learning environment.” Teen pregnancy seems to be an epidemic this day in age. Mississippi is currently ranked # 2 in the U.S. for teen pregnancy. (Lewis, 2013). Lisa Silliman is the Teen Pregnancy Director for the Meridian Public School District. This program serves as the Teen Parent Academic Liaison. Mrs. Silliman...
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...Diversity of New York Life Karrie McHugh Managing Global Diversity Table of Contents Page 3 - Executive Summary Page 4- Organizational Background Page - Selected Criteria/Audit Method Page - Description of the Organization’s Diversity Initiatives Page - Evaluation of the Organization’s Diversity Initiatives Page - Recommendations Page - References Executive Summary This paper is designed to explain the diversity audit on New York Life. They are a large organization that has been around since 1869. They have been a life insurance company that has survived through many tragedies. They claim to be a very diverse workplace. New York Life has established a diversity program that states “The New York Life Supplier Diversity Program is designed to ensure that diverse businesses have equal access to our procurement processes. Currently, the businesses we include as diverse suppliers are minority-owned, women-owned and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT)-owned businesses. Our program has the enthusiastic support of our Chairman, President and CEO, Ted Mathas. Some of our current initiatives involve exploring innovative approaches to facilitate diverse business inclusion in non-traditional areas like management consultants and investment firms. We will continue to expand our customer base for diverse businesses and participate in activities that will introduce the company to new diverse suppliers. We are also encouraging our prime suppliers to subcontract...
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...EXAMINING THE CRACKS IN THE CEILING: A Survey of Corporate Diversity Practices of the S&P 100 March 2013 Table of Contents FOREWORD ....................................................................................................... 1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ................................................................................. 2 EXAMINING THE 10 KEY INDICATORS .................................................... 7 1. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy ........................... 8 2. Internal Diversity Initiatives ...........................................................10 3. External Diversity Initiatives ..........................................................12 4. Scope of Diversity Initiatives...........................................................13 5. Family-Friendly Benefits....................................................................14 6. EEO-1 Disclosure ..................................................................................15 7. Highest-Paid Executives ...................................................................16 8. Board Representation .......................................................................18 9. Director Selection Criteria ...............................................................20 10. Corporate Commitment ................................................................21 DIVERSITY SCORES BY SECTOR ................................................................22 CONCLUSIONS AND NEXT STEPS...
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...we finally managed to open this capsule. Inside this capsule we found five extremely secured items that conveniently came with brief explanations of what they are and of what time they came from. The Five items consisted of; (1) One small compact, of which held some sort of medicated pills. (2) A plate that is labeled “VIN Plate” and has writing to describe what was considered a VIN plate to a vehicle. (3) Three small, flat and round shaped items that appear to be disks or albums. (4) A picture that was protected in a sealed packet of a man and a woman in a car. This picture labeled, “Day of JFK assassination”. (5) A piece of brown colored paper with the writing and labeling of “Never forget Stonewall Riots - - 1969”. Here is a summary of the five items that was found in the capsule each having a distinctive history. This will be an unofficial documented record of these five items, where they came from and the history behind each item. There is a...
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...CASE 7 CHICK-FIL-A: BIRD OF A DIFFERENT FEATHER STRATEGY MANAGEMENT COMPETIVENESS AND GLOBALIZATION, CONCEPT AND CASES BY 02/23/2016 Executive Summary. This case analysis evaluates Chick-fil-A. It is designed to show the Strength, weakness, opportunities and threat. It delineates how the founding principles have guided the company over the years, and how it has responded slowly to change over the years. CFA has grown to be a force to reckon with in the industry with strength in customer experience and sandwich trademark. However, the emerging markets, social changes, economic issues and intense rivalry will continue to pose threat to this strong cultured company. At the end of the case analysis, we would have been able to devise possible solutions for the present and future times. Background. The story of Chick-fil-A will be incomplete without the man who turned a dwarf house into a giant brand. Samuel Truett Cathy was born in 1921 into a religious family and in fact was named to honor a Baptist evangelist. These factors would plan a significant role in Cathy’s life. At an early stage, Cathy developed entrepreneurial skills; he delivered papers and sold Coca cola and helped with the meals. And at the age of 25, he and his brother opened their first restaurant- Dwarf House. Cathy soon realized he could prepare chicken faster and insert between two buns. He went ahead to trademark the name Chick-fil-A borrowed from the then steak fillets. Cathy explored expansion...
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