LGBTQ+ Editors Association

Blue skies with a rainbow. Testimonial from Shannon Scott that says: Beyond the community, beyond the connections, the general message that ALL are welcome, that we prioritize safety and security of our members over everything as much as is in our power, shows me just how much stronger we are together than on our own.

The LGBTQ+ Editors Association has been a place of support, community, mentorship, friendship, and solace in a time when our basic rights are under attack. Please consider donating to our Voices of Pride fundraiser:
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#VoicesofPride2025

Today's LGBTQ+ Editors Association meeting reminder. Please join us to network and socialize! Our co-presidents will also provide a brief update. Date Friday, June 13th at 6 pm Eastern Time. Image of include pride flag in a heart shape with the text see you there.

Don’t forget! Today is the last member meeting before we pause for summer break. Meetings will resume in September. You can register via today’s email reminder.

Stay tuned for upcoming special events and our Pride fundraiser. And check out upcoming group mentoring sessions on our website!

Hi, @peterjfullagar.co.uk ! We're still an active organization but are currently without social media volunteers (we're an all-volunteer run org). If you email us at info@LGBTQEditors.org, we'll get you set up! And thanks to all who helped with replies while we're seeking new volunteer help!

Highlight the Holidays 2024 Check out Highlight the Holidays 2024 by the LGBTQ+ Editors Association!

This #GivingTuesday, consider donating to the LGBTQ+ Editors Association so we can continue our efforts in building and maintaining a safe, accepting, and communal space for all editors across the queer spectrum!

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#QueerEditors #TransEditors #LGBTQEditors #Editing

Writing Coach and Editor Micha Rahder [woman with curly brown hair wearing black glasses and flower-designed blouse) Event Day and Time: September 30th, 2024, 12:00–1:00 p.m. PT, 3:00–4:00 p.m. ET To join, you must be a member. To become a member, email infor@LGBTQEditors.org

Wondering how you can add coaching to your services? Micha Rahder will host our Mentorship Office Hours on September 30 from 3:00–4:00 p.m. ET.

Mentorship program is for members only! Email info@LGBTQEditors.org to join.

#QueerEditors #TransEditors #LGBTQEditors #LGBTQIA #Editing #Publications

Are you seeking an LGBTQ+ Editor, Sensitivity Reader, or other editing service? Email us at info@LGBTQEditors.org to be the first to know about our upcoming directory.

Are you an #Author who is looking for an #LGBTQEditor, proofreader or authenticity/sensitivity reader? We're working on an external directory to make it easier for you!

Follow us to receive the announcement for when it's completed!

#QueerEditors #TransEditors #Publications #Writing #QueerAuthor

The LGBTQ+ Editors Association is seeking volunteers!

The LGBTQ+ Editors Association is looking for #volunteers to support the Social Media and Coordinator Teams, and Fundraising/Resources and Communication Committees!

Want to step in? Email us at info@LGBTQEditors.org

#QueerEditors #TransEditors #LGBTQEditors #LGBTQIA #Editing #Publications

“The LGBTQ+ Editors Association has had more of an impact on me than I can put into words. As a newer freelancer, I was excited to join an organization specifically for queer editors, but I never imagined this community would become such a central part of my life.” Learn more about the LGBTQ Editors Association at http://LGBTQEditors.org.

We asked the members of the LGBTQ+ Editors Association how the organization has supported them. See this full response on our LinkedIn page!

#QueerEditors #TransEditors #LGBTQEditors #LGBTQIA #Editing #Publications

The LGBTQ+ Editors Association is seeking mentors to teach and support new editors in the community

Are you an experienced LGBTQ+ editor seeking to make a difference in your community?

We are seeking dedicated volunteer Mentors. This is an amazing way to give back to the community and share your knowledge with new editors.

Contact us at Info@LGBTQEditors.org.

#LGBTQEditors #LGBTQIA

LGBTQ Editors Association is seeking volunteers to support the social media and communication teams.

Are you an LGBTQ+ editor passionate about supporting your community? The volunteer-led LGBTQ+ Editors Association is seeking volunteers for our communications and social media teams! See open roles at LGBTQEditors.org/committees

#LGBTQ #Editing #Editor #Editorial #LGBTQEditors

Meet our communications committee! Holly Lackey is our newsletter manager, Elisha Fernandez is our chairperson and moderates our QTPOC forum, and Tiffany Grimes is our brand manager.

Read more about them on the website: LGBTQEditors.org/committees

#LGBTQEditors #Editor

LGBTQEditors Punctuate Pride Fundraiser Goal Reached

Thanks to your incredible support, we’ve raised $2,485!

We’re not done yet! We have 3 days left. Every dollar counts in promoting diversity and inclusivity in the editing field.

Keep the momentum going and donate today!

PunctuatePride.FlipCause.com

#PunctuationPride #Pride2024 #Editors #LGBTQ+

[Kaitlyn Jakola holds a knitting project in the park on a bright sunny day. Pronouns: she/her. Job title: Editorial Director for Chicago Sun Times. Also included are the LGBTQ Editors Association contact information: LGBTQEditors.org and @LGBTQEditors.]

Many thanks to Kaitlyn Jakola for two years moderating our private QTPOC Editors forum! She’s stepping down this month after supporting the group since the very beginning.

Read about Kaitlyn here: lgbtqeditors.org/blog/f/meet-...

#LGBTQIA #Editing #Pride2024

Meet the Punctuation Pets! Ripple the dog from Coven of Books, Orion the cat from M. Parker Editing, Steven the cat from Jessica Belmont, and Remi the dog from The Biased Bibliophile

Abby the dog from M. Parker Editing, Max the dog from Mack McKenna, Freyja the cat from Coven of Books, and Bobo Luna from Micha Rahder

Jack the dog from Mack McKenna, Pax the cat from Coven of Books, and Impa the dog from Dragon Editing Services

The LGBTQ+ Editors Association invites you to tag your pets with #PunctuationPets or #PunctuationPet

You may have seen #StetPet from our friends and allies at the Northwest Editors Guild, but we couldn’t help put our spin on this for Punctuate Pride…

Here are the #PunctuationPets of the LGBTQ+ Editors Association!

Thank you everyone who shared their pets!

#PunctuationPride #Pride2024

[LGBTQ Editor’s Punctuate Pride Fundraiser. “Stories–whether they are novels, patient education materials, advertising, or history books–are integral to a rich culture. Editors are often caretakers for these stories, and it is their work that can promote diversity and amplify underrepresented voices.”

Your support goes to annual operating expenses, hosting online events, basic infrastructure, expand privacy and accessibility, basic tools for volunteers. Thank you for your support and allyship!

You can donate at the QR code in this image or at PunctuatePride.FlipCause.com

We have been so excited that we met our goal in under a week that we have decided to expand our goal to $3,500!

Keep the momentum going and donate today! PunctuatePride.FlipCause.com

#PunctuationPride #LGBTQIA #Editing #Pride2024

Shannon Scott holds a mug that says “zero given” with an image of a fox in between the words. The event reminder text says Today’s Membership Social Event Reminder, with Shannon Scott (she/they), today, June 14th. Learn more about our organization at: LGBTQEditors.org

Join Shannon Scott today at 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT for our monthly members-only meeting! The next meeting will be held in September, so come catch up with us before the summer break!

Reminder: you can find the link to the meeting in the announcements channel on Slack.

#Editing #Pride2024

Punctuate Pride Bingo Steps. Step 1) Share the following BINGO cards to your stories or social media feed during Pride Month. Step 2) Your followers can select a prompt and donate the corresponding dollar amount to the LGBTQ+ Editors Association. Step 3) You complete the prompt your follower selected after they donate.

Punctuate Pride Bingo Monetary Value Squares. Reading left to right. Row 1: Square 1 $5, Square 2 $5, Square 3 $3, Square 4 $1. Row 2: Square 1 $1, Square 2 $3, Square 3 $1, Square 2 $10. Row 3: Square 1 $3, Square 2 $1, Square 3 $4, Square 4 $5. Row 4: Square 1 $1, Square 2 $5, Square 3 $10, Square 4 $3

Game text boxes are too long to put here. Please reach out to Vicki at CovenOfBooks.CT@gmail.com to receive game instructions. We would love to support you in playing this game!

Wow! We are so thankful to already be at 75% of our goal! Our allies are amazing! 🌈

Here is a fun game you can play if you're looking for a cheaper alternative to supporting the LGBTQ+ Editors Association.

#Pride2024 #Editors #LGBTQ+

Punctuate Pride Fundraiser: Donate to support the LGBTQ+ Editors Association

Punctuate Pride Fundraiser: Find the link in our bio or scan the QR code to donate.

This month, we're raising funds to support our organization.

Every donation helps us continue providing resources, networking opportunities, & advocacy for inclusivity in the editing community.

Donate today and make a difference!

#PunctuationPride #LGBTQIA #Pride2024 #Community #Charity

Meet an LGBTQ+ Editor: Lara Zielinsky. Her website is LZEdits.com. Here is a quote from the blog post: "Moving full time to editing has allowed me to move into circles that accept me for who I am and the skills I have."

Lara Zielinsky, who identifies as bisexual and a cis woman, is an editor who supports independent authors in (mostly) romance.

Read about Lara here: lgbtqeditors.org/blog/f/meet-...

#LGBTQIA #Editing #Pride2024

Image of a cupcake with a multi-colored wrapper and a red candle. Text says happy birthday to us! Header text says LGBTQ+ Editors Association and LGBTQEditors.org

Please celebrate with us! We turned two. All donations are tax deductible. Any support will sustain us and help us grow.

You can read more about us and donate here: www.flipcause.com/secure/cause...

Stay tuned for our first official fundraising campaign for Pride month in June.

Thank you for sharing!

LGBTQ+ Editors Association is celebrating AAPI Heritage Month

Tell us about your favorite AAPI author, editor, or book!

This month is about honoring the rich cultural diversity and contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.

Together, let’s promote inclusivity and celebrate diversity in our editorial community.

#LGBTQ+ #Editors #AAPI

Image of bookshelves, the cover of the book The Conscious Style Guide, and a headshot of Karen Yin, an Asian person with long hair and glasses who is smiling slightly. Text heading says ICYMI: Fireside chat with Karen Yin. Body text says: Thank you to everyone who attended the discussion on using language for liberation and embracing creativity and flexibility as tools for inclusion with Karen Yin, award-winning editor and author of "The Conscious Style Guide." ICYMI the May 8th event, she also compiled a list of resources for the conscious writer and editor: https://consciousstyleguide.com/refstack/ Pre-orders are critical for authors: https://karenyin.com/books/csg-book/ Bottom of image includes logos and says presented by the LGBTQ+ Editors Association in collaboration with the Trans Journalists Associations and The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists.

ICYM our event with @karenyin.bsky.social, she compiled additional resources:
consciousstyleguide.com/refstack/. 
 
Support her work by pre-ordering the book: 
karenyin.com/books/csg-bo...
 
Thanks to our co-hosts @transjournalists.org and the Los Angeles chapter of @nlgjaofficial.bsky.social!

The New York Times has an Editing Residency job listing. The deadline is May 30th at 5 PM ET. You can apply at boards.greenhouse.io/thenewyorktimes

Job Alert ❗ 

The New York Times is seeking ambitious journalists who want to build their editing career for New York Times’ Editing Residency. 

Join LGBTQ+ Editors Association for more job alerts.

#QueerEditors #TransEditors #LGBTQEditors #LGBTQIA #Editing #Publications #JobListing #JobSeekers

LGBTQ+ Editors Mentorship program reminder. Today at 3 PM ET, Tanya Gold will be discussing how to find and connect with your ideal client.

Gentle reminder about the Mentorship Meeting happening with @tanyagold.bsky.social today.

All of the mentee spots are full for this session, but are you a new editor looking for support while building your career?

Learn more about our mentorship program at: LGBTQEditors.org

#LGBTQEditors #Editing

The meeting link is in the latest newsletter and in the announcements channel in the discussion forum.

Image of a rainbow with text that says May 9, 2024 (Thursday) LGBTQ+ Editors Association monthly member meeting reminder. New meeting URL in the Announcements channel in the discussion forum. We meet at 7 p.m. China Standard Time / 7 a.m. Eastern Time.

Join us this Thursday at 7 p.m. China Standard Time / 7 a.m. Eastern Time to socialize and network at the May member meeting!

This month's meeting is held in a time zone that better suits our international members. Next month's member meeting is on June 14th at 6:30 p.m. EDT.

Register today to reserve your spot! Attendees based in the U.S. will be entered in a raffle to win a copy of “​​The Conscious Style Guide: A Flexible Approach to Language that Includes, Respects, and Empowers.” Must be present to win.

Image of bookshelves, the cover of the book The Conscious Style Guide, and a headshot of Karen Yin, an Asian person with long hair and glasses who is smiling slightly. Text says Fireside chat with Karen Yin. Join us for a discussion on using language for liberation and embracing creativity and flexibility as tools for inclusion with award-winning editor, Karen Yin, author of “The Conscious Style Guide.” The event date is Wednesday, May 8th at 11 am Pacific Time on Zoom. Presented by the LGBTQ+ Editors Association in collaboration with the Trans Journalists Association and the NLGJA Los Angeles Chapter.

A few tickets left for a fireside chat with @karenyin.bsky.social, author of “​​The Conscious Style Guide.” Hosted by the @lgbtqeditors.bsky.social in collaboration with the @transjournalists.org and the Los Angeles Chapter of @nlgjaofficial.bsky.social.

Signup: www.eventbrite.com/e/fireside-c...

We are still seeking a second social media co-coordinator to join the team. Please reach out if you're interested in volunteering to help support our mission to further the inclusion and retention of LGBTQ+ editors and to collaborate on advocacy efforts led by LGBTQ+ editors.