Equality Michigan Action Network
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Equality Michigan Action Network
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Michigan’s premiere political advocacy organization serving the LGBTQ+ community for over 25 years. linktr.ee/equalitymichigan
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A year ago, the Rural Pride Collective Coalition began as an ambitious vision to connect LGBTQIA2S+ folks across the Upper Peninsula. Today, that vision has grown into an active network of partnered organizations as part of a coalition that is doing the work.

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Michiganders! Remember to mail your absentee ballot by Tuesday, October 21 for it to arrive in time to be counted for the November 4 Election. #MIVoting
We were also able to connect local social workers with the Rural Pride Collective Coalition for additional support services and guidance on how to best implement affirming practices.

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Community Education Group trainings tailored to your needs. Now offering CE credits! Equality Michigan's Community Education Program provides essential training on LGBTQ+ issues and cultural competenc...
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EQMI has the honor of presenting at NASW’s Upper Peninsula Behavioral Health Summit, where we connected with social workers across Northern Michigan. We were able to discuss the best practices for building support networks, finding LGBTQIA2S+ resources, and providing holistic & affirming care.
Hey UP! Curious on how to be a better ally? Join us next Saturday, October 25th at 11am to learn from community experts. This event is open to all and completely free!
Your voice matters! Whether you’re coming out, inviting in, or just being true to yourself, your story is powerful. Together, we can create a Michigan where everyone can be themselves freely and safely. Your voice will make a difference.

Share Your Story: https://equalitymi.org/share-your-story/
Together, we can do more! Join our volunteer list to learn about local and fun opportunities give back to your community.

Be the change: https://equalitymi.org/get-involved/
Skip the Election Day lines - vote from home in the November 4 General Election. Learn how to request a ballot and view important dates and deadlines at MichiganVoting.org. #MIVoting
The year for our Advocates for Community Empowerment (ACE) team is wrapped up! This year we have seen an increase need of our services and we had to adapt our services. Together, we were able to meet the demand due to our outstanding team and support from the community.

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Hey TC! Join us next Monday, October 13th for our latest action day! No experience necessary to engage with Michigan residents to thank legislators for fighting for transgender Michiganders and ALL Michigan families.

Sign Up: www.mobilize.us/equalitymi/e...
After months of delay, lawmakers passed a budget deal early this morning. Thanks to your action, all 15 anti-trans provisions were removed from the state budget! Your action helped to protect the rights of tens of thousands of trans people living in Michigan.
Meet Amber Moe-Olds, our new Director of Movement Building! Amber has worked in the political arena for nearly 15 years and is a community organizer at heart. Together we will strengthen our statewide grassroots organizing and voter engagement campaigns, build powerful coalitions, and much more!
We are proud to announce the Rural Pride Collective Coalition is extending their support groups! These groups are here to support trans/gender diverse people and their families in the UP and build community.

For more information, contact Carrie Fiocchi at [email protected]
Come enjoy the fall colors and colorful pride this weekend in Traverse City! EQMI will be tabling this Saturday, Sept. 27th. Swing by and connect with local efforts in your community to ensure equality for all!
Wear Your Truth was an outstanding success because of our community! A huge thank you to everyone who showed up and showed off their truth. The work EQMI does everyday is not possible without people like you! Here's to you and your truth.
Sign our petition and let us know what you think elected officials should be working on instead of attacking trans people? bit.ly/4mlj5di
No Anti-trans Attacks in MI Budget
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Anyone else remember when elected officials fulfilled their responsibilities, instead of playing games with peoples lives? As we are over due on a state budget, and heading for a full statewide shut down, representatives are slashing key programs while adding more than 15 anti-trans restrictions.
Trans health care for young people in Michigan is experiencing a lot of of new barriers from the federal government. Join our community webinar to learn more about the current state of GAC in Michigan.

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Recent clinic closures are forcing families to relocate their gender-affirming care to a new provider. The Trans Youth Emergency Project is helping folks navigate this crisis + get the care they deserve.

Get support: southernequality.org/tyep/#support
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@miattygen.bsky.social Dana Nessel released the following statement in response to Corewell Health’s recent announcement to end certain care to minors for gender affirmation.

Read more at mi.gov/agnews
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@miattygen.bsky.social Nessel has joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit in Zinski v. Liberty University. Read more at mi.gov/agnews
Join us for our Open House & Action Night! Come check out our space at the Pride Center, learn more about EQMI, and jump into action with a live phone bank. Together, we'll make an impact while building community.

Sign up at bit.ly/4pirLUm and be part of our very first action in our new space!
It's not too late to get your tickets to annual gala! Support our community while creating queer joy with fun such as photo booths, a drag show, 50/50 raffle, fashion show, and more!

Tickets at: bit.ly/wyt2025
At a time when trans young people and their families are facing increasing fear, uncertainty, and political attacks, AG Nessel’s leadership offers a much-needed reminder: the rights and dignity of all Michiganders must be protected—regardless of federal pressure or political convenience.
Equality Michigan extends our deep gratitude to
@miattygen.bsky.social Dana Nessel for her strong and unequivocal condemnation of the University of Michigan’s decision to halt safe, legal, evidence-based healthcare for transgender youth and eighteen-year-olds.