Posted in news on May 10th, 2011 No Comments »
After a substantial interruption in our operations, we are extremely happy to announce that we are renewing our efforts to expand and continue our regular newsletter and website activities. As well, ACTSC is recommitting itself as a reliable and trusted resource with specificity in providing timely and accurate information on educational and employment opportunities, health, and social service […]
Posted in news on Sep 2nd, 2008 No Comments »
When I left my comfortable, well-paid, Federal government job (IRS) in the mid-70’s, I had no idea what laid ahead for me—as I would make my career transition into the nonprofit arena. Wow…!
I often recall a conversation I had with one of my earliest supervisors—the E.D. of a well-known Oakland, CA based CBO. […]
Posted in news on Feb 17th, 2008 Comments Off
So, you think that Transgender women don’t aspire to ‘greatness’ - huh?! Well…meet Attorney (…that’s RIGHT!)…Dana DeAndra Turner who is a highly respected legal professional and very busy Trans-community Advocate, who currently resides in Manhattan, NY.
WIth an enviable roster of awards and honors - much too numerous to mention here - my good friend has […]
Posted in news on Feb 16th, 2008 Comments Off
Our spotlight for this edition is focused on a woman who has made both significant and historical impact by her endeavors in the West County (Contra Costa) area. Ms. Junie Tate Sugar currently serves as the first Transgender woman to sit on the Executive Committee of the Contra Costa County Consortium! In this auspicious role, […]
Posted in news on Feb 15th, 2008 Comments Off
In view of the recent exclusion of Transgender persons from the Federal Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA), the Santa Barbara County Democratic Central Committee reaffirmed its support (on behlaf of the California Democratic Party) for full legal equality, including anti-discrimination protection at all levels for Transgender people and other members of the LGBT community who express […]
Posted in news on Jul 17th, 2007 Comments Off
On Sunday, November 19, the TransVision Program of Tri-City Health Center (Fremont) hosted a stellar memorial celebration honoring of the lives of Bay Area Trans-men and women who lost their lives to violence and HIV / AIDS.
The local ceremonies were part of the National Day of Remembrance activities held in cities around the country. […]
Posted in news on Nov 15th, 2006 Comments Off
Sharyn Grayson, a co-founder and current coordinator of the Alameda County Transgender Steering Committee (ACTSC), was recently notified of her approval of appointment to the Public and Environmental Health Advisory Board of Contra Costa County.
Grayson’s appointment is expected to receive fill approval of the Contra Costa Board of Supervisors (and should be ratified […]
Posted in news on Aug 1st, 2006 Comments Off
In mid-January 2006, four deeply committed and serious-minded women sat at a conference table with Ronald Person, Director of the Office of AIDS Administration (OAA), and shared their deepest concerns, fears and hopes about the current state of affairs related to the Alameda County Transgender community, at large.
This meeting, at times, was graphic in details…emotional, […]
