Divya Karthikeyan has been named as the new editorial manager for Queer Kentucky, an independent publication focused on LGBTQ+ issues in the commonwealth. Although Queer Kentucky covers stories throughout the state, much of its operations are based in Northern Kentucky. Karthikeyan formerly worked as the capitol reporter for Kentucky Public Radio and the race and […]
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Queer Kentucky recognized for independent journalism
Queer Kentucky, an independent publication focused on LGBTQ+ issues in the commonwealth, has secured a nomination from GLAAD for Outstanding Independent Journalism. GLAAD is a well-known LGBTQ+ media advocacy organization. “This nomination is a recognition of what local queer journalism can do when it’s trusted, resourced and allowed to tell the truth,” said Missy Spears, […]
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Queer Kentucky launches statewide harm-reduction initiative
Queer Kentucky, a journalistic nonprofit based in Northern Kentucky, announced this week a new harm reduction initiative throughout the commonwealth. The initiative sees the distribution of 12 harm-reduction lockers stocked with various healthcare and emergency supplies throughout the state. “As a journalism organization, we’ve really expanded our content around substance use in the Queer community, […]
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Queer Kentucky founder nominated for media award
Spencer Jenkins, the founder and editor-in-chief of Queer Kentucky, has been nominated for Best Print Article from GLAAD, a well-known LGBTQ+ media advocacy organization, for his article “Noah J. Ricketts Brings the Bluegrass to Hollywood and Broadway.“ Queer Kentucky writes about events and people throughout the commonwealth, but much of its operations are based in […]
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Queer Kentucky brainstorms ways to help LGBTQ+ Kentuckians in addiction recovery
Queer Kentucky hosted an event in Covington to brainstorm ways to build out resources for queer Kentuckians in addiction recovery, including increased visibility for organizations providing queer-friendly addiction services, non-alcoholic beverages and harm-reduction measures.