National Security and the LGBT Community - From Lavender Scare to Present Day
Offered By: APS Physics via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the history and challenges faced by LGBT+ professionals in national security agencies through this insightful 47-minute talk by Dr. Matthew Allen from Sandia National Laboratories. Gain a comprehensive understanding of national security concepts, trace the journey from the Lavender Scare of the 1950s to present day, and examine the legal barriers that once prevented LGBT+ individuals from serving their country. Delve into the recent progress made in lifting these restrictions and discuss the ongoing struggles within the community. Learn from Dr. Allen's extensive experience as an engineer at Sandia National Laboratories, his academic background in Nuclear Engineering, and his international research experience as a Fulbright scholar.
Syllabus
Plasma Pride: National Security and the LGBT Community
Taught by
APS Physics
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