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 … Read More
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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 … Read More
A Message for Trans Youth & Their Families About Trump’s Cruel Executive Order
Note: This message from Rev. Jasmine Beach-Ferrara, Executive Director of the Campaign for Southern Equality, was sent to families of trans youth and their supporters on January 28 regarding President Trump’s latest anti-transgender executive order. We’re … Read More
Share a Note About Transgender Equality to a U.S. Senator!
We’re working to get a copy of Trans Kids, Our Kids in the hands of every U.S. Senator by gifting them membership in the Trans Kids, Our Kids Book Club, and we want to include … Read More
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 … Read More
Add a Note About Transgender Equality to a U.S. Senator!
Thanks for making a donation to help us get a copy of Trans Kids, Our Kids into the hands of every U.S. Senator by gifting them membership in the Trans Kids, Our Kids Book Club. … Read More
U.S. House of Representatives Passes Bill Banning Transgender Youth from Participating in School Sports
Today the United States House of Representatives voted to pass HR28, legislation that restricts transgender students from participating in school athletics. The bill amends the Education Amendments of 1972 so that, for the purpose of … Read More
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 … Read More
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 … Read More
For Queer Southerners, the Best Help is Inside the House
You have heard it said that ‘art urges voyages.’ These words from the late poet-prophet Gwendolyn Brooks responding to an interview question on a public art installation. Yet, as I consider the ways of surviving … Read More
