Breast Cancer & the LGBTQ+ Community

Breast Cancer & LGBTQ+ People

Breast cancer is a disease that affects millions of women around the world, including those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+). Of course, breast cancer can also affect anyone including nonbinary people, transgender folx, and men. Unfortunately, members of the LGBTQ+ community often face unique challenges in accessing healthcare and receiving … Read more

Youth Leadership Opportunity: Youth Homelessness Workgroup

The Advocacy and Legislative Committee of the Youth Homelessness Workgroup is committed to identifying opportunities to improve laws, regulations, and policies with the goal of preventing and ending youth and young adult homelessness in Delaware.  The Committee meets monthly for one hour via Zoom to discuss legislative advocacy ideas, identify necessary partners and stakeholders, and … Read more

Assessing the Status Quo of Delaware Victim Service Provision to the LGBTQIA+ Community

Delaware Victim Service Provision to the LGBTQ+ Community

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). During DVAM, victim advocates, allied professionals, survivors of abuse, their loved ones, and the surrounding community come together to mourn the lives lost to domestic violence, celebrate the progress that has been made to end this epidemic, and connect with others working to create change.  LGBTQIA+ survivors of … Read more

VAWA and the LGBTQ+ Community

VAWA and the LGBTQ+ Community

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is a federal law that aims to protect women from domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. The law was first passed in 1994 and has been reauthorized several times since then. However, despite its focus on women, the law has also had a significant impact on the … Read more

Dinner Parties of Rehoboth Beach: Episode 1 – Rich and Miguel’s Luau Party

Dinner Parties of Rehoboth Beach

A reality show based in the Southern Delaware Beach Community. Hosts prepare food and drink, set decorations, and plan entertainment to create an experience for their guests. Our group of 13 hosts hail from the Rehoboth and Lewes area. They are business owners, community activists, in non-profit, designers, and professional services providers.

Each host takes their turn in executing their parties to win over their guests and top each others experiences.

Fall in love with our beautiful community with this light hearted competition show.

Submit your thoughts, questions, or comments below and for more information, email us at dinnerpartiesrehoboth@gmail.com

Strengthening the Delaware State Aging Plan

Strengthen the Delaware State Aging Plan

State Aging Plans are an important blueprint for serving older adults. Aging plans are designed to help older individuals maintain their health, independence, and quality of life as they age. These plans typically include a variety of services and assistance, such as home health care, meal delivery, transportation services, and community engagement programs. While aging … Read more

State Wide Tobacco Focus Groups

Tobacco Focus Groups

Do you use tobacco, vaping, or e-cigarette products? Are you living with someone who smokes tobacco products?We are looking for adults, ages 18 and older, to join us in small two hour focus group meetings sponsored by the Delaware Division of Public Health to discuss these topics. A light meal will be provided. Participants will … Read more

Suicide Prevention & LGBTQ+ Youth in Delaware

Stephanie Traynor, Delaware Division of Services for Children, Youth, and their Families

LGBTQ+ Community organizations recently had the opportunity to meet with Ashley Dawson from the Department of Services for Children Youth and their Families (DSCYF) to discuss suicide prevention efforts and LGBGTQ+ Youth. Anita Smulyan (representing PFLAG Rehoboth Beach), Jim Bianchetti (representing PFLAG Wilmington) and David Mariner (representing Sussex Pride) learned more about the statewide youth … Read more