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Cassidy Naypauer

Cassidy Naypauer is a future Speech-Language Pathologist who has always been passionate about writing, languages, and travel. She double-majored in speech pathology and Spanish at Miami University, and is currently pursuing her Master’s in speech pathology at Baldwin Wallace University.

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This tiny Ohio village is only .52 square miles. But they’re celebrating their 1st Pride in a big way.

In 1895, Minerva Park was an amusement park. Now they're a small village with a diverse community ready for their first Pride.

2022 Ohio LGBTQ+ Pride Guide

With returning favorites and inaugural events, there are over 80(!) LGBTQ+ Pride celebrations happening all throughout Ohio in 2022.

They didn’t see a free LGBTQ+ inclusive health clinic. So a group of Ohio college students opened one.

Launched on April 14th as part of the Columbus Free Clinic, the Rainbow Clinic offers a range of services for LGBTQ+ clients.

LGBTQ+ Meet the Candidates Social to give Ohioans face time with candidates

We chatted with Brad Henry of Get the Vote Out to learn more about this event and the opportunity it presents for political engagement.

Ohio filmmaker debuts documentary of the LGBTQ+ journey, hugs & unconditional love of Mama Bears

The film showcases the transformative journey many mothers take to look past prejudices and love their children unconditionally.

Ohio concert melds Christians, queers, and rock music for an affirming—and entertaining!—experience

People of all identities and beliefs are welcome to come together for a queer Christian rock concert featuring Semler.

Upcoming Ohio Unity Summit brings together LGBTQ+ education, law, and policy

This upcoming event will help participants imagine an Ohio where LGBTQ+ citizens are valued, respected, and accepted by our communities.

Queer Band Geeks, Rejoice! The debut YA novel from a Columbus author has you covered

“It’s just a bunch of teenage shenanigans and a marching band that is very, very queer,” says Columbus author Skye Quinlan.

Meet the 21-year-old Ohioan challenging norms in the field of communication sciences & disorders

Nora Mahon, currently an undergraduate CSD major at Cleveland State University, is challenging norms. 

In a red Ohio county with a “hidden” LGBTQ+ community, a 2nd annual Pride is coming together

Over 100 people celebrated Lake County Pride in 2021 at a picnic with food and fun for the whole family. 2022 will be bigger and better.

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