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- 1Lawmakers and advocates mark Veterans Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month▼Lawmakers, veteran advocates, military families mark Veterans Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month
Lawmakers, veteran advocates and military families are marking Veterans Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, drawing attention to the ongoing crisis of suicide among former service members. The observance is being used to push for greater awareness, better access to mental health care, and continued federal action to support veterans struggling after their service.
- 2Human Rights Campaign Honors André De Shields and Marcia Gay Harden▼The Human Rights Campaign Honors André De Shields, Junior LaBeija, Marcia Gay Harden
The Human Rights Campaign is honoring Broadway veteran André De Shields, ballroom figure Junior LaBeija and actress Marcia Gay Harden at its awards event. The organization, the largest LGBTQ rights advocacy group in the United States, regularly uses its gala ceremonies to recognize public figures who have advanced visibility and equality for the community. De Shields, a Tony-winning performer, and LaBeija, a founding voice of the Harlem ballroom scene, represent landmark contributions to LGBTQ culture and the performing arts.