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New Broadband Maps are Breakthrough Moment in the Fight to Close the Digital Divide
Carlos Gutierrez, Dep. Director & General Counsel
  • Mar 19
  • 2 min

New Broadband Maps are Breakthrough Moment in the Fight to Close the Digital Divide

Previous efforts to expand internet service to unserved and underserved communities have been largely stalled by poor record-keeping....
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Internet Access Must Be a Cornerstone of the Biden Technology Agenda in 2021
Carlos Gutierrez, Dep. Director & General Counsel
  • Feb 9
  • 3 min

Internet Access Must Be a Cornerstone of the Biden Technology Agenda in 2021

In just a few short months in 2020, daily life for all Americans underwent a profound transformation. Today, as a result, we live in a...
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February - From the Desk of the ED
LGBT Tech
  • Feb 5
  • 6 min

February - From the Desk of the ED

The LGBT Tech team is consistently working on several different initiatives each month. From research, to programs and education, I...
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LGBT Tech Joins Groups Calling for Dr. Rachel Levine's Confirmation
LGBT Tech
  • Jan 29
  • 1 min

LGBT Tech Joins Groups Calling for Dr. Rachel Levine's Confirmation

On Wednesday, LGBT Tech, along with over 350 groups, signed an open letter calling for the Senate to confirm Pennsylvania Secretary of...
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LGBT Tech, Internet Society Release New Encryption Infographic, Host Encryption Conversation
LGBT Tech
  • Jan 26
  • 1 min

LGBT Tech, Internet Society Release New Encryption Infographic, Host Encryption Conversation

Today, LGBT Tech released a new informational resource on their website. "Encryption: Essential to the LGBTQ+ Community," a one-sheet...
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LGBT Tech Congratulates Acting Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel
LGBT Tech
  • Jan 25
  • 1 min

LGBT Tech Congratulates Acting Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel

January 25, 2021 Last week, the Biden administration named long-standing FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel the Acting Chairwoman of...
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LGBT Tech's Ellie Bessette Appointed to FCC's Consumer Advisory Committee
LGBT Tech
  • Dec 14, 2020
  • 1 min

LGBT Tech's Ellie Bessette Appointed to FCC's Consumer Advisory Committee

Earlier this month, LGBT Tech's PowerOn Program Manager Ellie Bessette was appointed to a two-year term on the Federal Communications...
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FPF and LGBT Tech Host Discussion in Honor of Human Rights Day
LGBT Tech
  • Dec 11, 2020
  • 2 min

FPF and LGBT Tech Host Discussion in Honor of Human Rights Day

By Katelyn Ringrose, Christopher Wolf Diversity Law Fellow, and Connor Colson, FPF Policy Intern Last week, in honor of International...
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LGBT Tech's Carlos Gutierrez Speaks at Inaugural Digital Inclusion Summit
LGBT Tech
  • Dec 4, 2020
  • 2 min

LGBT Tech's Carlos Gutierrez Speaks at Inaugural Digital Inclusion Summit

On December 3, the Hispanic Technology & Telecommunications Partnership (HTTP) hosted its inaugural Digital Inclusion Summit, a virtual...
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Making Telehealth Work for All Americans, Especially LGBTQ
LGBT Tech
  • Nov 19, 2020
  • 3 min

Making Telehealth Work for All Americans, Especially LGBTQ

This blog was updated on December 14 to reflect LGBT Tech's support of the Advancing America’s Interests Act of 2020, H.R. 8037. The...
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LGBT Tech Introduces New PATHS Program
LGBT Tech
  • Nov 18, 2020
  • 1 min

LGBT Tech Introduces New PATHS Program

LGBT Tech prides itself on constantly reexamining how we can best impact and serve the LGBTQ+ community through technology. This year has...
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A Look Back at the Role of Law and the Right To Privacy in LGBTQ+ History
Christopher Wood, Executive Director, LGBT Tech
  • Oct 22, 2020
  • 6 min

A Look Back at the Role of Law and the Right To Privacy in LGBTQ+ History

LGBTQ+ rights are, and have always been, linked with privacy. Over the years, privacy-invasive laws, practices, and norms have been used to
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Staying the Course on 5G Development and Deployment
Carlos Gutierrez, Dep. Director & General Counsel
  • Oct 13, 2020
  • 3 min

Staying the Course on 5G Development and Deployment

LGBT Tech has long supported efforts at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to bring 5G technology to the market as efficiently...
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All Communities Deserve the Benefits of Connectivity: The Ball is in Congress’ Court
Carlos Gutierrez, Dep. Director & General Counsel
  • Sep 16, 2020
  • 2 min

All Communities Deserve the Benefits of Connectivity: The Ball is in Congress’ Court

The COVID-19 pandemic has made it clear how important access to high-speed internet is everyone in America. However, it has also exposed...
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eHealth Initiative and Foundation Releases Draft Consumer Framework for Health Privacy
LGBT Tech
  • Aug 26, 2020
  • 1 min

eHealth Initiative and Foundation Releases Draft Consumer Framework for Health Privacy

Today, the eHealth Initiative and Foundation released their Draft Consumer Framework for Health Privacy, a resource that according the...
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LGBT Tech Signs on to Lifeline Letter
LGBT Tech
  • Aug 12, 2020
  • 1 min

LGBT Tech Signs on to Lifeline Letter

On August 9, the United Church of Christ, OC Inc., the National Consumer Law Center and the Multicultural Media, Telecom and Internet...
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LGBT Tech's ED Speaks Out Against Rider Surveillance
LGBT Tech
  • Aug 10, 2020
  • 1 min

LGBT Tech's ED Speaks Out Against Rider Surveillance

Last week, the Washington Blade and Los Angeles Blade published an op-ed written by LGBT Tech's Executive Director Christopher Wood. The...
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LGBT Tech Supports Facial Recognition and Biometric Technology Moratorium Act
LGBT Tech
  • Jul 23, 2020
  • 6 min

LGBT Tech Supports Facial Recognition and Biometric Technology Moratorium Act

On June 25, Senators Edward Markey and Jeff Merkley, along with Representatives Pramila Jayapal and Ayanna Pressley announced the "Facial...
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LGBTQ+ Americans Need Universal Broadband
LGBT Tech
  • Jul 8, 2020
  • 2 min

LGBTQ+ Americans Need Universal Broadband

For LGBTQ+ individuals, the internet has always been a critically important tool that allows access to vital resources—from education to...
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LGBT Tech signs Internet Society Open Letter Against Lawful Access to Encrypted Data Act
LGBT Tech
  • Jul 7, 2020
  • 5 min

LGBT Tech signs Internet Society Open Letter Against Lawful Access to Encrypted Data Act

As a founding member and staunch advocate for secure end-to-end encryption, LGBT Tech is proud to join the Global Encryption Coalition...
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