Thalia Zepatos, a prominent Portland writer and activist, is set to receive the 2025 Soapstone Bread and Roses Award on March 8, aligning with International Women’s Day. The award celebrates women's positive contributions to the writing community. Founded in 1992, Soapstone supports women writers through various initiatives. Zepatos' decades-long advocacy for reproductive freedom and LGBTQ+ rights has been pivotal, particularly as recent landmark Supreme Court rulings threaten these rights. Her work, including the 'love is love' slogan, exemplifies her dedication to equality and social justice.
Thalia Zepatos, recognized for her advocacy, will receive the 2025 Soapstone Bread and Roses Award on International Women’s Day for her influence in the writing community.
Soapstone’s Bread and Roses Award acknowledges women's contributions to writing, reflecting the social and political achievements recognized on International Women’s Day.
Zepatos' activism has profoundly shaped the fight for reproductive freedom and LGBTQ+ equality, especially in light of recent Supreme Court decisions.
A leader in campaigns for equality, Zepatos' creation of the 'love is love' slogan highlights her significant role in the LGBTQ+ rights movement.
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