Lgbtqs Alliance of Great Lakes

10/07/2017

Is there anyone here still stationed in great lakes, and if so would anyone be interested in helping me kick start this group once again?

~FC2 Valencia

09/06/2017

I'm sad to say as my time here in Great Lakes comes to an end so does our GLASS/LGBTQS Alliance comes to a close. I will be shutting down our pages in the upcoming days as there isn't a turn over to a new office cabinet or much active support I do apologize in advance but even though I may be transferring doesn't my support for all of you stop.
-YN1(SW/AW) Patrick Snacks Moore

11/13/2016

As many have seen the Name has changed, the leaders of the group will be meeting soon to make more changes for the future please continue to be patient I know a lot miss us, but sit-downs and scheduling hasn't been the best but I promise by 2017 you will have the organization up and running! - PAO PO2(formally known as YN2) Patrick Moore

10/12/2016

First and foremost I would like to apologize to everyone we've been so dormant, but we have been in the works to revamp the program in a way we hope set us up for better success. Give us some time but we will be returninig. If you have any questions, concerns, or anything at all. you're always welcome to contact us via Facebook, the GLASS pages, and or the email. But for now we are UNDER CONSTRUCTION!

09/20/2016

Good Morning All,

I would like to get some feedback from all of you regarding some things that you want to see happen. What would you like to do as an organization? How may we benefit our community better? Would you like to open our group to all branches? Drop some thoughts in the comments section below and we will see what we can make happen!

V/R
HN Ward
Vice President

08/17/2016

For those that were unable to attend today's GLASS Meeting we discussed the newest ALNAV (interim) on the information on Transgenders in the military. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask and I will do my best to answer all questions until a POC at FHCC is identified.

Additionally, we are also looking for those that may have questions, want more education or information about this and future implementations from the ALNAV we'd like you to send us any questions that we may compile to send to the POC out in the big Navy world.

We definitely want to ensure as GLASS and as we are progressing we are getting the education for those around us, get the questions we answered, and especially we are looking out for one another.

http://www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/reference/messages/Documents/ALNAVS/ALN2016/ALN16053.txt

UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 051937Z AUG 16 FM SECNAV WASHINGTON DC TO ALNAV INFO SECNAV WASHINGTON DC CNO WASHINGTON DC CMC WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS ALNAV 053/16 MSGID/GENADMIN/SECNAV WASHINGTON DC/-/AUG// SUBJ/SERVICE OF TRANSGENDER SAILORS AND MARINES INTERIM GUIDANCE// REF/A/SECDEF MEMORANDUM/30JUN16...

07/15/2016

Due to a low number of volunteers we will be cancelling our participation in Kenosha Pride, this doesn't stop those interested in going from enjoying the festivities that Kenosha has to offer, but as a GLASS Chapter we will not be traveling and participating. Enjoy your weekends. Be safe, smart, and most of vigilant and observant of your surroundings. Additionally remember, if you need to talk to someone don't be afraid to reach out and get help. Love you all. - YN2(SW/AW) Moore, P. GLASS PAO

06/30/2016

Just as I posted out information on the ban being lifted on Transgenders, I wanted to go ahead and put fires out before the questions start pouring out. Naval Station Great Lakes and all tenant commands will be sticking to the current policy till further guidance and policies are put in place. Training will be conducted throughout the fleet and to each service branch. I advise now after talking to the CMC that when proper guidelines are further in play we will go forth with the new lift. Just with anything the ban may be lifted but it takes time for everything to be implemented and training to cover every basis.
-YN2 Patrick Moore, GLASS PAO

06/30/2016

Here is the official word from Navy times! Standby for training is all I can say now.

06/26/2016

Thank you to all of the sailors who came out to support the pride parade! Without leaders like you, the LGBT community in the Navy wouldn't be what it is today. Peace, Love, and Smooth Sailing!

06/22/2016

For those who missed the meeting the following information was put out:
- Muster Time for Group One is: 0730 at the Great Lakes Train Station, departure will be 0758 (YN2 Moore and HN Ward)
- Muster Time for Group Two is: 0830 at the Great Lakes Train Station, departure will be 0915 (HN Miller and HN Septs)
*Please ensure to be there earlier, because at exactly those times muster will be conduct and the safety brief will begin prior to our departure.*
**Please ensure to bring a backpack with snacks, water, sunscreen, due to during the parade it is a 4 1/2 mile parade that is pretty lengthy. GLASS Officer will have spare water, sunscreen, first aid kits, some snacks, available.**
***The parade kicks off at exactly Noon (1200) at Broadway & Montrose Corner, proceeding south on Broadway, then South on Halsted, then East on Belmont, then South on Broadway, East on Diversey, ending on Cannon Drive.***
Any extra questions you may have please do not hesitate to ask.
-YN2 Patrick Moore

06/13/2016

From our former PAO.

"Things seem to be getting a little volatile. Copycats now have the motivations to follow through. (It seems) please advise people in Chicago to be vigilant, but not afraid, and aware when they go to Chicago's Pride Fest/Parade. Fear is their power."

He is 100% correct, we will all need to be on guard and aware of our surroundings when we attend Chicago pride.

A man was arrested in Santa Monica, California with explosives and weapons/ammunitions early today who was planning to attend L.A. Pride. As of now, it is unclear whether there is a connection to the Orlando Mass Shooting.