The following are publications from Keith and Al Toney, as well as television commercials and press conferences that have featured the pair or other AK Consulting Services Inc. consultants.
NOW AVAILABLE! Our 1st Diversity & Anti-Bullying Children's Book!
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"Snions, Stiraffes and Frish… Hooray! Gonzo Finds Fairview Valley" is a whimsical story with a diversity and anti-bullying theme and message. A beloved pet dog named Gonzo embarks on a journey to find an unsuspected friend who had been sent away from his home and family. On his travels Gonzo happens upon Fairview Valley where he meets many wondrous creatures of the forest who help him find his friend while educating him about celebrating each other's unique differences. Young readers will learn the importance of kindness and helping others in need while embarking on the journey with Gonzo and his new found friends. This is a wonderful story for parents to read to their little ones, and for teachers to share with their classrooms. Perfect for ages from newborn to 10 years, yet readers of all ages will find the message to be a valuable one!
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A message to all of our faithful followers and dreamers...
Who or what will Gonzo and the creatures of Fairview Valley encounter in their next adventure?
If you have a character that you would like to share, please send us an original drawing of the character you created along with the name and a short descriptive essay. Characters and essays submitted should send a positive message of inclusion and diversity, acceptance of other’s differences, and anti-bullying and anti-harassment ideas. All submissions should be by persons 12 years old or younger, or any person with developmental disabilities. Any and all characters chosen to appear in our stories will feature the individual’s name, picture, and school when applicable. All submissions must be accompanied by parental (or guardian’s) authorization for use.
Please visit the Contact Us page for sending submissions and to contact us for readings, workshops and speaking engagements!
Press Conference-GLAD et all
Press Conference - May 9, 2010 - After arguments were heard in the Boston U.S. District Court, Mary Bonauto joins the Toney's and all plaintiffs in Gill v Office of Personnel Management, a lawsuit calling for Section 3 of the U.S. Government's Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) to be overturned.
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TV News-Toney's-DOMA Victory
NECN TV NEWS - Keith and Al Toney - First Victory Against U.S. Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) - All U.S. Legally Married Same Sex Couples Able to Obtain U.S. Passports with Legal Same-Sex Marriage License as Proof of Name Change!
Press Conference-Toney's et all
Press Conference - Plaintiff's Keith and Al Toney, with lead attorney Mary Bonauto of Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders (GLAD), and all other plaintiffs in the Gill v Office of Personnel Management announcing lawsuit against Section 3 of the U.S. Government's Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA).
MassEquality TV Commercial: It's Wrong to Vote on Rights featuring the Toney's
Jumping The Broom
Keith and Al Toney of AK Consulting Services co-wrote and edited Jumping the Broom: A Black Perspective On Same_Gender Marriage, the Massachusetts Edition. The MassEquality Education Fund and the National Black Justice Coalition proudly present Jumping the Broom: A Black Perspective On Same-Gender Marriage, The Massachusetts Edition. Jumping the Broom directly addresses the very real concerns about marriage equality, civil rights, and religious faith that members of the black community often wrestle with when thinking about same-sex marriage. This publication explains why marriage equality is consistent with the values that the black community holds dear - and how equal marriage rights fits into the larger struggle for equal rights for all human beings. In particular, the book gives a voice to the many prominent local and national community leaders who support marriage equality, including Governor Deval Patrick, Congressman John Lewis, Senator Dianne Wilkerson, Representatives Byron Rushing and Marie St. Fleur, Julian Bond of the NAACP, and Coretta Scott King. JUMPING THE BROOM PDF DOWNLOAD
Same Sex America - Documentary - Keith and Al Toney, along with their daughter Kayla Toney, were one of seven families starring in this riviting documentary that was shown at film festivals around the world, and continues to be shown on Showtime and LOGO TV.
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The picture of the couple shown here at their wedding on July 24, 2004 appeared in newspapers and magazines across the globe.
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History was made when Massachusetts became the first state in the nation to sanction gay marriage. Filmmaker Henry Corra weaves the stories of seven gay and lesbian couples on their emotional journey to the altar with the dramatic showdown at Massachusetts' constitutional convention, a vivid demonstration of democracy in action that may change the course of history. The film captures all the nuance of what may be the defining chapter in the history of the gay and lesbian struggle for equal rights.
Same Sex America - Documentary - Keith and Al Toney, along with their daughter Kayla Toney, were one of seven families starring in this riviting documentary that was shown at film festivals around the world, and continues to be shown on Showtime and LOGO TV.