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The Campaign for Southern Equality works across the South for legal and lived LGBTQ equality. Join us: https://southernequality.org/pledge/ #lgbtqsouth
@southernequality.bsky.socialHurricane Isaias made landfall last night as a Category 2 Hurricane, and has now been weakened to a post-tropical storm. We are sending love and support to those impacted by the storm and power outages. We encourage those across the Southeast to keep an eye on local weather reports and be prepared.
@southernequality.bsky.socialThe Lavender South is art, poetry, and essays by and for queer Southerners. Order your copy today at the link! Or– attend one of our launch parties in Asheville and Nashville and pick up your copy in person. buff.ly/TWbrrVX
@southernequality.bsky.socialSpecial delivery for LGBTQ+ youth! We send out hundreds of care packages every year to give LGBTQ+ young people a reminder that they are loved and supported no matter what. Thank you to every individual and small business who donated to make these care packages extra special this year!
@southernequality.bsky.social5 states have anti-trans ballot measures on the ballot this year, and this is only a test for a nationwide push in 2028. AZ, CO, MO, NE, and WA are all asking voters to roll back protections for trans people and invite more discrimination into state laws. Read more: buff.ly/KsP1R9b
@southernequality.bsky.socialWhen the unthinkable happens, our community’s greatest strength is our ability to pull together and support one another. The incident at Little River spurred a generation of activism in NC and we continue to work in their legacy today. Read the full story: buff.ly/LdM0jaU
@southernequality.bsky.socialTransgender youth across the country deserve access to life-saving gender-affirming healthcare, and we thank the brave families and their legal representatives for fighting to maintain Medicaid coverage for this care.
@southernequality.bsky.socialFamilies may lose this coverage should the new rule go into effect later this month. Represented by @gladlaw.bsky.social, @nclrights.bsky.social, and @aclu-nh.bsky.social, the families are asking the court to stop the rule from impacting them before it takes effect on October 13, 2026.
@southernequality.bsky.socialFamilies in NH are suing to stop the Trump Admin from blocking federal Medicaid dollars from covering youth gender-affirming care. While gender-affirming care is banned for trans youth in NH, the state still explicitly covers gender-affirming care under Medicaid. Read more: buff.ly/XRKG9mo
@southernequality.bsky.socialWe are excited to announce that the first ever print edition of The Lavender South will be released this October! Pick up your copy in person at our Asheville launch party featuring music from our friend Leeda Lyric Jones.
Get your free ticket at the link: buff.ly/An1xY8E
@southernequality.bsky.social🏳️🌈 A TN library director is suing after being fired for refusing to move 100+ children’s books, many featuring LGBTQ+ content, out of the children’s section. Everyone deserves access to books that reflect our communities. We stand with Luanne James. Read more: buff.ly/vglPy1R
@southernequality.bsky.socialWe are hiring! Go to the link to learn more about the role and for intructions for how to apply. buff.ly/GPphW4s
@southernequality.bsky.social🏳️🌈 LGBTQ+ students at Texas A&M are asking the Fifth Circuit to block policies banning drag shows on campus. Drag is art, and LGBTQ+ students deserve the freedom to gather, create & express themselves. Read more:
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@southernequality.bsky.socialThanks to everyone who joined us at Blue Ridge Pride this weekend! Photo Credit Emma Taylor McCallum for The Echo (slides 3-6)
@southernequality.bsky.socialEvery student has an equal right to an education free from harassment. If you are an LGBTQ+ student or parent of a student experiencing discrimination in the classroom, reach out to our Supportive Schools team for help advocating for your rights. buff.ly/z8fZ4ej
@southernequality.bsky.socialThe Trump Administration has formally rolled back the Title IX rules based on sexual orientation and gender identity, weakening discrimination protections for all LGBTQ+ students.
Read more about the full rules change here: buff.ly/AAan3oj
@southernequality.bsky.socialEvery student has an equal right to an education free from harassment. If you are an LGBTQ+ student or parent of a student experiencing discrimination in the classroom, reach out to our Supportive Schools team for help advocating for your rights. buff.ly/z8fZ4ej
@southernequality.bsky.socialThe Trump Administration has formally rolled back the Title IX rules based on sexual orientation and gender identity, weakening discrimination protections for all LGBTQ+ students.
Read more about the full rules change here: buff.ly/AAan3oj
@southernequality.bsky.socialGlisten's National School Climate Survey is a national survey about LGBTQIA2S+ students’ experiences in school. If you’re eligible, take the survey here: glisten.org/nscs27
@southernequality.bsky.socialWe can’t wait to see you at the Lavender South launch party in Asheville on October 15th! Join us at Daytrip from 6-8pm and see a live musical performance from singer-songwriter Brennan Page. RSVP to the free, 21+ event: buff.ly/zEtpqbq
@southernequality.bsky.social¡Esperamos darles la bienvenida a todos en el Resource & Resilience Center el 1 de octubre! Echen un vistazo a todo lo que ofrecemos y vengan a pasar un rato con nosotros.
