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Action Alert: Kansas HB2791 and HB2792
The Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce stands in opposition of Kansas HB2791 and HB2792. These bills, which would ban organizations that receive state funds from recommending gender-affirming care for transgender Kansans under the age of 18, is contrary to care recommended by every major medical organization. These bills would also block the state’s medical assistance…
Read MoreComments on the 2024 Missouri and Kansas Legislative Sessions
Comments on the 2024 Missouri and Kansas Legislative Sessions The Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce stands in opposition of all anti-LGBTQ legislation proposed in the 2024 Kansas and Missouri Legislative sessions. We believe this legislation, including proposals limiting the rights of our trans neighbors and colleagues, is discriminatory, creates economic instability, and negatively impacts the…
Read MoreTracy DeMarea Named Executive Director of the Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce
For Immediate Release December 14, 2023 Tracey DeMarea Named Executive Director of the Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce Tracey DeMarea comes to the Chamber with a wealth of experience serving non-profit professional organizations. Tracey joined the Johnson County Bar Association in 2015 as its Executive Director. The Bar Association is a 501(c)(6) organization…
Read MoreMark your Calendars for 2024 Events!
Mark your Calendars for 2024 Events! While planning for 2024 make sure you add all the amazing events we have lined up to your calendar. Our B2B Network takes place the second Thursday of every month starting at 5:30 pm, rotating locations. We recommend adding a recurring event to your calendar so you can…
Read MoreEileen Weir Named Interim Executive Director of the Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce
For Immediate Release, July 5, 2023 Eileen Weir Named Interim Executive Director of the Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce The Board of the Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce is pleased to name Eileen Weir as Interim Executive Director, effective July 11. Weir is the former mayor of Independence, Mo., and the city’s second female mayor.…
Read More$1.5 Million in New Grants Will Support LGBTQ+Owned and Allied Restaurants
$1.5 Million in New Grants Will Support LGBTQ+Owned and Allied Restaurants The Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce & National LGBT Chamber of Commerce Team Up with Grubhub For Another Year of Grants to Aid in Growth and Development February 15th, 2023 | For Immediate Release Washington, DC — America’s LGBTQ+-owned restaurants and bars serving food…
Read MoreYour Chamber at Work
Your Chamber at Work KCMO Public Safety Coalition Meets with Recently Appointed Chief of Police The Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce is honored to participate as a member of the Kansas City, Missouri, Public Safety Coalition during the past eighteen months. The coalition comprises sixteen business, community, and faith-based organizations. Its initial charter was to…
Read MoreThe Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce Brings One-of-a Kind Wedding Show to Kansas City
The Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce Brings One-of-a Kind Wedding Show to Kansas City Kansas City, Missouri, January 3rd, 2023 The inaugural CELEBRATE!, A Wedding Show For All, inclusive wedding show will be Sunday, January 29th, 2023, from noon to 4 pm at the Maverick in the Crossroads. Presented by the Weddings & Events Coalition…
Read MoreThe Respect for Marriage Act is Law
The Respect for Marriage Act is Law As the leading organization representing LGBTQ+ businesses and employees in Kansas City and surrounding areas, the Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce applauds members of Congress and President Biden for passing the Respect for Marriage Act. This landmark legislation will reassure the more than 568,000 married same-sex couples that…
Read MoreChamber Teams with Folly Theater to Promote Frolic 2022: Dance Divas
Chamber Teams with Folly Theater to Promote Frolic 2022: Dance Divas For the second year in a row the Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce is teaming up with the Folly Theater to help with the promotion of ticket sales for their annual benefit concert known as the Folly Frolic. Folly Frolic 2022 will be very…
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