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Equal Magazine July 2014

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Cover Story (Page 36) – This article discusses employment discrimination against the LGBT community, particularly in Pennsylvania, where marriage equality has been achieved but employment protections are still lacking at the state and federal levels.
“The Elephant in the Room: Body Image and the culture of Photoshop” (Page 28) – Explores body image issues, the impact of Photoshop, and the magazine’s new policy to allow models to opt-in or opt-out of airbrushing.
“LGBTQQIA WTF: How Many More Letters Can We Add?” (Page 32) – An opinion piece discussing the expanding acronym for the gay community and the controversies around including terms like Queer, Questioning, Intersex, Allies, and Asexuals.
“Occupied: New App Locates Unisex Restrooms” (Page 34) – Highlights the Refuge Restrooms app, created by transwoman Teagan Widmer, which indexes gender-neutral restrooms to help create safe spaces.
Pittsburgh Pride 2014 Photos (Pages 16-23) – Features full-color photos from various Pittsburgh Pride events, including Fabulous Gay Friday, Equality on Ellsworth, Pride in the Street, the Pride March, and Pride Fest.
Grants Available (Page 5) – The Delta Foundation of Pittsburgh is soliciting grant applications for projects focusing on collaboration, anti-bullying, and underserved LGBT/HIV/AIDS communities, with a deadline of August 1, 2014.
Upcoming Events and Calendar (Pages 10-11) – Lists various events happening in July 2014, including Cruze Bar’s 3rd Anniversary Bash, music concerts, and the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix.
“Hot Picnics & Cold Cocktails” (Page 14) – A food and drink feature with recipes for sparkling cocktails and tips for elegant summer entertaining.
In Memory: Robert “Lucky” Johns (Page 15) – A tribute to Robert “Lucky” Johns, a key figure in forming Pittsburgh’s gay and lesbian community, who passed away on June 18, 2014.
“Androgynous Pittsburgh: Genderfull” (Page 40) – A photo project by Chelsea Zahn and Allie Wynands that aims to tell stories of androgyny and gender presentation.
Summer Skin Care (Page 42) – Tips on avoiding sunburn, dealing with skin infections, and the dangers of tanning beds.
Big Gay Map (Page 44) – A map of Pittsburgh highlighting LGBT-friendly locations and community resources.
Contributors and Staff (Page 4 & 8) – Lists the writers, photographers, and staff of Equal Magazine, including Jim Sheppard as Secretary on the Delta Foundation Board.
Advertisements – Includes ads from MINI of Pittsburgh, Cruze Bar, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Animal Rescue League, Monterey Bay Fish Grotto, Club Pittsburgh, First Commonwealth Bank, UPMC, and PNC Bank, many of which highlight their support for the LGBT community.

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