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Journals/Magazines

Ethnic Newswatch Restricted Resource openURL Some full text available
Ethnic Newswatch is a full-text collection of the newspapers, magazines and journals of the ethnic, minority and native press. Contents include African American, Arab and Middle Eastern, Asian American, European, Jewish, and Native American publications, including the Spanish-language press.
LGBT life with Full Text Restricted Resource openURL Some full text available
World's literature regarding Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender issues. (Was GLBT Life with Full Text)
Gender Studies Collection (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Issues) Restricted Resource Some full text availableopenURL
This collection of journals aims to provide balanced coverage of this significant aspect of our culture, covering such topics as gender studies, family and marital issues, health aspects, and many more.
Contemporary Women's Issues Restricted Resource openURL Some full text available
Contemporary Women's Issues, provided through LexisNexis academic, includes Information on women in 150+ countries: sociology, psychology, health, education and human rights. 1995-present. Items include journal articles, newsletters, research reports from non-profit groups, and fact sheets from governments and international agencies.
Diversity Studies Collection Restricted Resource Some full text availableopenURL
Covers a diversity of diversity topics related to social science, history and liberal arts. This collection explores cultural differences, contributions and influences in our global community.
GenderWatch Restricted Resource openURL Some full text available
GenderWatch is a full-text database containing 140 international publications plus reports, pamphlets, papers and conference proceedings devoted to women's and gender issues. It is a repository of materials on gender issues worldwide, the evolution of the women's movement, and the changes in gender roles over the last twenty years.
SocINDEX with Full Text Restricted Resource openURL Some full text available
Comprehensive coverage of sociology and related areas of study: criminology & criminal justice, demography,ethnic & racial studies, gender studies, marriage & family, political sociology, religion, rural & urban sociology, social development, social psychology, social structure, social work, socio-cultural anthropology, sociological history, sociological research, sociological theory, substance abuse & other addictions and violence.
ProQuest Social Science Journals Restricted Resource openURL Some full text available
ProQuest Social Science Journals include full-text periodicals covering the social sciences, including addiction studies, urban studies, family studies, international relations and much more.
Alternative Press Index Restricted Resource openURL
Index to articles in alternative news sources. Use to research topics that may not be well covered in the mainstream press; 1991 to current.

Web Sites

Gay and Lesbian Health
Website sponsored by the the National Institutes of Health to address the health concerns of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender individuals.
Queer Theory
Originally a research tool for students at Villanova University, queertheory.com may now provide one of the best online gateways to resources in the fields of LGBTQ studies, gender studies, and queer theory.
Gay and Lesbian Task Force
The website of this civil rights and advocacy organization includes a resource library, media center and information about current issues.

Directories

Queer Resource Directory
Links to resources about families, religion, media, youth, business, and health, and politics.

E-books

Lesbian histories and cultures Restricted Resource
Presents topical and biographical information on important lesbian issues and historical and contemporary individuals.

Encyclopedias

Gay histories and cultures : an encyclopedia
Print Location: REF HQ75.13 .G37 2000
Presents topical and biographical information on important gay issues and historical & contemporary individuals.
glbtq
An encyclopedia of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer culture.
queer encyclopedia of music, dance, & musical theater
Print Location: MUSIC REF ML100 .Q44 2004
Primarily a biographical encyclopedia, with about 200 articles on composers, singers, musicians, dancers, and choreographers from the 19th century to present.

Government Information

Transgender Law & Policy Institute
Contains an up-to-date listing of all laws in the US that are transgender-inclusive and resources and information on legal issues affecting transgendered and gender variant people in the US.

Organizations

Gay and Lesbian Organizations
A linked list of gay and lesbian organizations, maintained by Yale University Libraries.
LGBT Project (ACLU)
The LGBT Project (American Civil Liberties Union)fights discrimination and moves public opinion on LGBT rights through the courts, legislatures and public education.
LGBT Aging Project Some full text available
Site addresses concerns regarding outreach, education, and advocacy for the LGBT aging community. Caregivers support and bereavement groups, health and housing information, social organizations, and networking events are continuously added to the site.
Gender Public Advocacy Coalition
A human rights organization that promotes an understanding of the connection between discrimination based on gender stereotypes and sex, sexual orientation, age, race, and class.
Empire State Pride Agenda
New York's statewide lesbian and gay political organization. Site includes legislative updates, voting records and other political information.
Human Rights Campaign
The largest civil rights organization working to achieve equality for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender Americans.

Statistics/Data

Community Marketing, Inc. (LGBT Demographics)
Demographic data on gay and lesbians from the U.S. Census and other sources. Some international data is provided, as well as data by U.S. state and other statistical categories.
Healthcare Equality Index Some full text available
Rates 166 U.S. healthcare facilities on their policies and practices related to the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community.

Video

Gay Rights Movement - BBC Archive Resource contains images Some full text available
A collection of material charting the emergence of the gay rights movement in the UK. Includes audio and video clips from news bulletins, documentaries and current affairs programs. The programs feature noted gay rights campaigners.
Subject Specialist
Picture: John Henderson

John Henderson
Social Sciences Librarian
Tel: (607) 274-1961

Resource Pages
Research Guide: Gay Marriage: Prepared for Constitution Day 2009