Hello everyone, and welcome to the LGBTQIA+ Affinity group. We welcome you with open arms, and hope to get to know you better.
I am Jordan (she/they), your Community Chair, and I would like to invite you all to introduce yourself if comfortable, meet to discuss TLCC, and the decision to host the next conference in Orlando in the wake of the recent 'Don't Say Gay' bill.
Event invite coming soon (plan on time in the next week or so)! In the meantime, please (re)introduce yourself in the comments.
Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions, comments, or concerns. We are here to support you, and I hope to see you at a future meeting.
Hi there, My personal belief is that we should allow TLCC to go to Orlando despite the politics, and here is why. That community was shaken up 6 years ago with the worst terrorist attack on American soil since 9/11 and it was specifically aimed at the LGBTQ+ & BIPOC communities. I would strongly urge instead, to go to Orlando and make it a point to support LGBTQ+ and BIPOC businesses in the area. Perhaps the Tessitura hive mind could create a list in advance for attendees to choose from and also team up to collect a fund in memorial of the attacks, to show that despite the current political climate, that Orlando is seen and has support from across the country. I believe that is a MUCH stronger statement to make. Just my opinion though, and looking forward to more discussion on the topic. ~Michael