Equality Federation

"Many trans people find ourselves caught between well-intentioned yet incredibly confused family members who claim they want to get it right and the sheer exhaustion of having to explain pronouns yet again. There are plenty of cisgender people who willfully misgender trans folks, and there isn’t an excuse for that. But for the people in your life who you do sense have a kind heart and desire to learn, but just aren’t getting it, practice can make a huge difference. Hopefully our tips below will save you some time and effort while giving them a chance to do some labor." A great guide to share with friends and family, especially as we approach the holidays! Let's remember that allyship is a verb. ?? ????? ?????

#ICYMI: Watch last week's #StateoftheMovement, a discussion on how the LGBTQ community can show up, fight back, and work most powerfully in the wake of #Election2024, featuring our President Roger Doughty, Andrea Marra from Advocates for Trans Equality, Fran Hutchins from Equality Federation, Ricardo M. from GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (GLAD Law), and Shannon Minter from NCLR – National Center for Lesbian Rights. WATCH: https://ow.ly/JmKI50TYtxZ

As #WorldAIDSDay approaches, we're excited to highlight our new HIV Media Guidance resource! ?? These guidelines are designed to assist reporters and journalists create fair, accurate, and ethical stories about our communities living with HIV, as well as HIV policy, prevention, and treatment. When HIV stories are covered with accuracy and integrity, they promote better understanding, strengthen support for the community, and help reduce stigma. ??? Check out the full guide on our website for more info at eqfed.org/hivmediaguide.

Are you passionate about public health and HIV advocacy, but unsure how to secure the necessary funding and resources? Join us for our final public health & HIV training of the year! This virtual workshop will offer valuable insights into the fundamentals of HIV grant funding, featuring experts in grant support, fundraising, and community engagement. We’ll also explore real-world fundraising strategies from successful LGBTQ+ advocacy organizations and get insider perspectives from ViiV Healthcare, a leading funder of HIV initiatives. Led by national leaders and experts living with HIV, this training emphasizes resourcing advocacy through a racial justice lens with meaningful involvement of People Living with HIV. Register now at EqFed.org/HIVFunding ??

"I think as we think about how we address the harms of criminalization. It’s been really important for us, rooted in work we’re doing with the community, that in addition to repealing and thinking about how the state goes forward, we also think about steps to begin to repair harm done to communities who’ve been disproportionately targeted by criminalization... I hope that as we continue to create spaces like this and folks continue to see the harm that we will see more legislators join in introducing bills specifically to address HIV modernization.” - Nicole McAfee, Executive Director of Freedom Oklahoma We're honored to support our amazing partners at Freedom Oklahoma doing such important work in their community! ???

This #TransDayofRemembrance, we honor the memory of those we’ve lost and the legacy of the trans and nonbinary trailblazers who fought for our right to exist and thrive—especially Black and Trans women of color whose contributions built the foundation of the LGBTQ+ movement. Today, we remember their resistance and continue the work they started, building a future where every trans person is respected, valued, and free to live authentically without fear. ??????? Say it with us: Every trans person deserves to live a long, vibrant, and joyful life???

Congrats to Janeesha, who was recently promoted from Events Manager to Director of Leadership and Capacity Building! ?? Janeesha has already done so much for Equality Federation to grow our Leadership Conference, create impactful spaces for our Black Caucus, and facilitate continued work toward racial equity across the organization. In her new role, Janeesha will design and sustain programs to build power in our network through strong, resilient, and adaptive leaders in sustainable organizations. She will also move into content lead for our annual Leadership Conference to meet the needs of our movement and members. We cannot wait for everyone to experience Janeesha's warmth, joy, radiant Cancerian energy and dedication to the work! EVERYONE SAY CONGRATS JANEESHA! ?? Read more about Janeesha's new role in our latest blog post: https://lnkd.in/gJ2RgB5X

Free virtual discussion & Q&A alert! ?? How can the #LGBTQ+ community rise to this moment and work most powerfully in the wake of the 2024 Election? Join our Executive Director Fran Hutchins and leaders from Advocates for Trans Equality, GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (GLAD Law), and NCLR – National Center for Lesbian Rights online Thursday, November 21 at 5pm PT for Horizons Foundation’s #StateOfTheMovement, a free discussion and Q&A. Register at https://lnkd.in/e4k6CH2N

This #TransAwarenessWeek, we honor the beauty, power, and strength of the trans community while recognizing the challenges that still lie ahead. While this week is dedicated to amplifying trans voices, it also serves as a powerful reminder that the struggle for liberation is a year-round commitment that extends far beyond these seven days. Reflecting on this week and the times we’re living in, one essential question we must all ask ourselves: How are you showing up for trans people? To our trans family, we see you, we support you, and we hope you take the time you need to care for yourselves and seek the support that feels right. Know that we will always advocate for your right to exist unapologetically as your most authentic self. Now, more than ever, we need to unite in deep, active solidarity. Together, let's continue to speak out and take action to create a world where everyone, including our trans siblings, can thrive—free from fear, discrimination, and barriers. ????? #TransRights #TransAwarenessMonth

Together with now over 150 organizations, we remain committed to advancing LGBTQ+ freedom far beyond this election. ?????? "Our LGBTQIA2S+ community has risen again and again to meet moments that have challenged our rights, our humanity, and our freedom. Today is no different. ...We know that so much more work lies ahead of us. Yet as an LGBTQIA2S+ movement, we will continue to work towards what we always have: a country where all LGBTQIA2S+ people are safe, seen, and accepted for who we truly are, without exception. We are here together, and we will move forward. We’ve got this. We’ve got us." Read more at https://lnkd.in/gXYKrVtt ?????