10 years ago today, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, affirming the freedom to marry for same-sex couples nationwide. Last night, LGBTQ+ advocates and community members gathered in Birmingham, Alabama …
RSVP: Support Group for Families of Trans Youth
In the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision in U.S. v. Skrmetti, we are hosting a Support Group for Families of Trans Youth, facilitated by Campaign for Southern Equality’s Kenni Cummings. We know that many …
Campaign for Southern Equality Submits Public Comment to Protect Healthcare Access for Trans People and DACA Recipients
The Trump administration is seeking to limit access to healthcare for transgender people and DACA recipienets. A proposed rule from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) would make DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood …
Visit the LGBTQ+ Resource & Resilience Center at CSE!
The Campaign for Southern Equality’s LGBTQ+ Resource & Resilience Center will be open at our office, 20 Oak Street in downtown Asheville from 11am-5pm once a month (this month on Thursday, 2/27). We’ll be helping …
Resisting Discriminatory Education Policies: Lessons from the South
A new order from the Trump administration “Ending Radical Indoctrination in K-12 Schooling” aims to make school harder for LGBTQ+ and other minority students by removing pillars of support. The Executive Order threatens teachers who …
Join us January 31st For The Reverb of Resistance
Southern Equality Studios and the Campaign for Southern Equality proudly present “The Reverb of Resistance” – a powerful evening of music, art, and community solidarity. Read on to get the details for this one-of-a-kind showcase! Date: Friday, January …
Why I Stand Up for Trans Rights As A Cisgender Person, And Why You Should Too
Andy Reeder (she/her) is the Communications Coordinator for the Harriet Hancock Center in Columbia, SC., and a communications contractor for the Campaign for Southern Equality. She is a queer veteran dedicated to advancing the rights …
Strategies for Getting Grounded and Staying Principled in Uncertain Times: Post Election Tips
We want to acknowledge that there are a myriad of emotions that people are feeling post-election–from fear, to rage, to numbness. We encourage you remember your strategies for resilience during this difficult time. In this …
RSVP for “Embracing, Grief, Hope, and Connection”
This event will provide a space for queer and trans people of all ages to honor our feelings of grief, and consider what gives us hope and connection. We invite you to bring a special …
Meeting the Moment: How LGBTQ+ Southerners Can Prepare for the Trump Administration
Donald Trump ran a campaign centering anti-LGBTQ+ hate, and he has made it clear that his Administration plans to enact a range of anti-LGBTQ+ policies during their time in office. LGBTQ+ community members are rightfully …
