On March 7, 21st Century Fox Public Affairs hosted an advance screening of 20th Century Fox’s “Love, Simon” (in theaters March 16) for policymakers, staff and media in Washington, D.C. In his introductory remarks, Robert Edmonson, Chief of Staff to Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and recently elected President of the LGBT Congressional Staff Association, noted […]
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21CF releases ‘Battle of the Sexes’ DVD and curriculum for free to educators to encourage conversation on gender and LGBT issues
21st Century Fox has strengthened its partnership with the Women’s Sports Foundation (WSF) with the release of a free “Battle of the Sexes” curriculum guide for the classroom. Inspired by the true story of world tennis champion and WSF founder, Billie Jean King, the curriculum offers materials for teachers to guide their students through discussions on sexism, LGBT rights, inclusion and the […]
Fox Pride hosts panel discussion with executives: Living authentically, storytelling, importance of doing what you love
The Fox Pride LGBT-Straight Alliance hosted an executive panel discussion during Pride Month at the Zanuck Theatre on the Fox lot in Los Angeles last week. The panel, co-hosted by Fox Inclusion, was moderated by Russell Wetanson, VP, Labor Counsel; and featured James Fielding, President, Consumer Products and Innovation, 20th Century Fox; Stephanie Gibbons, President, […]
‘Empire’ exec producer and showrunner Ilene Chaiken honored with GLSEN Respect Award for representing LGBT people on TV
Ilene Chaiken, “Empire” executive producer and showrunner, was honored with a 2016 GLSEN Respect Award last evening at a ceremony in New York City for her work in representing lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people on television. GLSEN is a national education organization that aims to ensure safe and affirming schools for all students. […]
