amyvenn86

Author: amyvenn86

I am a 33-year-old from eastern Montana with a background in journalism and a passion for honest, unbiased reporting. I began my journalism journey as a contributing sports reporter for a local newspaper. I soon yearned to cover bigger topics with more of an impact on the community. After completing my bachelor's degree in communications with a minor in marketing, I was offered the job of editor of a newspaper in northeastern North Dakota. I dove right in. I have a true love for newspaper and the experience was a necessary and valued one. Now I'm here completing my master's degree and forging ahead on a new path in the journalism field.

July 19, 2018 amyvenn86 2016, Festival Coverage, Oslo Pride, The Culture Beat

OSLO PRIDE MARCHES ON

Oslo Pride 2016 marches on in the wake of the Orlando tragedy, with a message of solidarity and a determination to celebrate acceptance and equality. “It’s been a couple of very intense days,” Petter Ruud-Johansen, information officer for Oslo Pride 2016, said about the effect the shooting has had on the festival starting this Friday. … Continue reading OSLO PRIDE MARCHES ON

July 19, 2018 amyvenn86 2016, Oslo Pride, The Culture Beat

IN FOR THE LONG HAUL

A need has developed in the LGBT community recently, both politically and personally. They are looking for solidarity, for a symbol of togetherness and progression in the face of adversity. The Oslo Fagottkor may be the answer, whether they like it or not. Oslo Fagottkor can be simply explained as a gay men’s choir located … Continue reading IN FOR THE LONG HAUL

July 19, 2018 amyvenn86 2016, Festival Coverage, The Culture Beat

PRIDE COMES TO A CLOSE

By Amy Venn The Oslo Pride Parade broke its own record Saturday with 104 organizations, an increase of 34 from the previous record. 30,000-plus individuals participated in the march, and another 30,000-plus lined the streets of downtown Oslo, according to the newspaper Dagbladat. The 2016 Oslo Pride Festival theme was solidarity, and organizers recognized … Continue reading PRIDE COMES TO A CLOSE

July 18, 2018 amyvenn86 2016, Showcase, The Culture Beat

ROBERT BIEDRON ON POLITICAL ACTIVISM

Within the confines of the typically left-leaning liberal European governments lies a country in a bitter battle with the ultra-conservative right. Robert Biedron, a former parliament member and current mayor of Slupsk, entered the Polish political arena in 2011 as the first openly gay elected official in all of Eastern Europe. He’s been chipping away … Continue reading ROBERT BIEDRON ON POLITICAL ACTIVISM