Sexual and Gender

You can find Unitarian Universalists resources for Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender and Queer Justice at https://www.uua.org/lgbtq and https://cuc.ca/social-justice/welcoming-congregations/ We received a positive email from a home-school teacher, whose students who found this post helpful. One student suggested we also check out this website about gender-affirming language, which includes helpful tips for those who are looking to alter their … Read more

Pride is generally celebrated in June throughout the world in honour of the Stonewall riots that took place in June 1969 in New York City. In June of 1969, a group of LGBTQ+ people in New York City rioted following a police raid of the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar located on Christopher Street in … Read more

Mark your calendars for Sunday June 11/23.  Our next Queer Potluck is this Sunday June 11 after the Queer Pride service! 2SLGBTQ+ community and allies are welcome to join in conversation and fellowship. Let us know if there is anything that would make this event more accessible to you.  Reach out to socialjustice@uuhamilton.ca.  If the … Read more

Throughout the year, a number of calendar dates are reserved for recognizing the unique identities and challenges experienced by members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. There are many reasons why 2SLGBTQ+ dates are celebrated and acknowledged but most importantly, ALL the unique 2SLGBTQIA+ identities that make up our diverse community deserve to be recognized, respected and … Read more

Volunteer at the Spring Festival We are looking for a volunteer – it would be wonderful to have a youth volunteer, to work at the table with Monica Bennett. Please reach out to socialjustice@uuhamilton.com for more info.  Gender and Sexual Justice will be sharing a Pride Flag activity at the Spring Festival on June 4. … Read more