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Georgia Equality
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Georgia's largest advocacy organization working to advance fairness, safety, and opportunity for LGBTQ+ people, our allies, and all living with HIV. 🏳️‍🌈✨🏳️‍⚧️
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Happening in ONE WEEK! Our annual advocacy training is happening on Saturday, January 24.

Participants will get an insider update on the 2026 legislative session, followed by a training on the skills necessary to be an effective advocate!

Register now: georgiaequality.org/advocacy2026/
Promotional graphic with a blue textured background titled “Advocacy Training” in large yellow text. Event details read: “Saturday, Jan. 24, 11:30 AM–4:00 PM.” It lists options to attend in person at Neighborhood Church in Atlanta or virtually via Zoom. Text says, “Join to learn about advocacy work in Georgia & to get more involved in the 2026 legislative session!” On the right is a photo of the Georgia State Capitol with its gold dome and trees in front. Bottom includes the Georgia Equality logo and registration link: “www.georgiaequality.org/advocacy2026.”
January 16, 2026 at 8:51 PM
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And here are our plugs to get more involved!

➡ Sign-up for email action alerts: georgiaequality.org/join
➡ Register for our advocacy training: georgiaequality.org/advocacy2026
Slide titled ‘04 Join Us!’ on a blue gradient background. Text reads: Sign up for emails from Georgia Equality at georgiaequality.org/join to receive the most up-to-date information and action alerts. Please be sure to include your home address when you sign up as it’s the best way to get tailored information specific to your legislative districts and representatives. Register for our annual Advocacy Training on Saturday, January 24, to learn even more about the legislative session and to develop practical skills to become a more effective advocate. Go to georgiaequality.org/advocacy2026 to register now!
January 15, 2026 at 9:01 PM
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Georgia's legislative session kicked off this week, so you already know it's all we'll be talking about for the next months.

Brush up on your legislative knowledge with this helpful explainer carousel!
Georgia Equality graphic with a blue gradient background. Large text reads ‘Legislative Session 101’ with a subtitle: ‘A quick guide to what’s ahead of us right now.’ The Georgia Equality logo appears in the top left, with decorative lines and an arrow icon suggesting navigation. Slide titled ‘01 Overview’ on a blue gradient background. Text explains Georgia’s legislative process: Georgia has a biennial, two-year session that began in 2025, allowing bills from last year to carry over; the legislative session lasts 40 legislative days, typically January through March or early April; and the Georgia General Assembly includes the House and Senate, with 180 House members and 56 Senators. Decorative lines and a navigation arrow appear at the bottom. Slide titled ‘02 Key Dates’ on a blue gradient background. Text reads: This year, session runs January 12 - April 2. Crossover Day (March 6): deadline for all bills to “cross over” to the other chamber in order to be considered during the session. I.e.: all Senate Bills must have crossed over to the House and vice versa. Any bill which did not cross over by the deadline is dead, but their language could show up again as an amendment to another bill. The lead up to Crossover Day is always packed with lots of lawmakers jockeying to make sure their bills make the cut. Sine Die (April 2): the final day of the session. Slide titled ‘03 Getting Involved’ on a blue gradient background. Text reads: Talk to your lawmakers about bills you’re concerned about or supportive of! All lawmakers can be reached via email, which you can find on the General Assembly website. Usually emails follow this format: firstname.lastname@senate.ga.gov or firstname.lastname@house.ga.gov If you’re coming to the Capitol in-person during a session day, you can call your lawmakers ‘on the ropes’ to come speak with you directly. You should always identify yourself as a constituent in any communications with your lawmaker – legislators are much more likely to want to speak with you if they know you live in their district.
January 15, 2026 at 9:01 PM
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With the legislative session underway, GA Equality’s regular volunteer nights are back! Please join us on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 6-9pm in Atlanta.

Please RSVP at least 24 hours in advance to [email protected] if you plan to attend!
Graphic with a purple-to-pink gradient background announcing “Upcoming Volunteer Nights” from Georgia Equality. Three in-person volunteer nights in Atlanta are listed: January 21, February 4, and February 18. Georgia Equality logo appears in the top right. Text at the bottom reads: “RSVP to noel@georgiaequality.org for more info.”
January 14, 2026 at 9:51 PM
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Heads up! Georgia's Senate District 18– covering parts of Macon & Warner Robins– is in a special election!

Early voting ends Friday & election day is Jan 20.

GA Equality endorsed LeMario Brown for this race due to his commitment to defending LGBTQ+ rights. Learn more: georgiaequalitypac.org/sd18
Map highlighting Georgia State Senate District 18 in grey, outlined in red, covering parts of Macon, Warner Robins, and Forsyth. Text at the top says, 'Live in the selected area?' and at the bottom, 'You’re in RUN-special election!' The Georgia Equality logo appears at the bottom. Graphic promoting LeMario Brown for Georgia State Senate District 18. Includes a photo of LeMarion Brown smiling in a blue suit jacket with a plaid shirt. In the top corner is the Georgia Equality 2026 endorsed candidate badge. Text reads, "LEMARIO BROWN for State Senate District 18." The background is green with faint squiggly lines.
January 13, 2026 at 9:09 PM
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Heads up! The 2026 Georgia Legislative Session kicks off next week and now is the time to make sure you're signed up for our action alerts!

Things under the Gold Dome move fast, but Georgia Equality moves faster. Don't miss a thing by signing up at: www.georgiaequality.org/emails
Graphic announcing “Georgia General Assembly to Reconvene Soon” on a dark blue background. Georgia Equality logo appears in the top right. Text reads: “Legislation under the Gold Dome moves fast. Stay in the loop for all critical advocacy updates and action alerts by signing up for our email list.” Photos show crowds and advocates at the Georgia State Capitol holding signs supporting LGBTQ+ rights. A banner at the bottom reads: “Sign up for updates at georgiaequality.org/emails.”
January 8, 2026 at 10:07 PM
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We did it!! 🎉 With the help of supporters like you, we were able to not only meet our 2025 end of year fundraising goal, but to surpass it.

Together, we raised $38,00 of our $35,00 goal!!

That funding directly supports our vitally important advocacy work.

Thank you from all of us at GA Equality!
Graphic celebrating Georgia Equality’s 30th anniversary. Text reads, “The greatest gift of all… Equality.” A rainbow thermometer-style fundraising meter shows $38,000 raised, surpassing the $35,000 goal, with a starburst at the end indicating the goal exceeded.
January 6, 2026 at 9:57 PM
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Happy new year from Georgia Equality! ✨🎉🥂
A graphic with a navy blue background. Glowing text reads, 'Happy New Year' with a banner reading '2026.' Around the text there are star sparkles and gold glitter.
January 1, 2026 at 3:02 PM
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As we approach the end of the year, we’ve set an urgent goal: raise $35,000 by December 31 to fuel the next chapter of this work. The past few years have been tough, and we expect 2026 to be no different.

Please make a donation now to help us reach our goal. Give now: bit.ly/GEgive
Graphic celebrating Georgia Equality’s 30th anniversary. At the top is a ‘30’ logo filled with rainbow colors and the Georgia state outline, with text reading ‘Georgia Equality – Celebrating 30 Years.’ Center text says, ‘The greatest gift of all… EQUALITY,’ with ‘Equality’ emphasized in large bold letters. Below is a rainbow-colored fundraising thermometer showing progress toward a goal of $35,000, currently marked at $27,460. At the bottom, text reads, ‘Your gift is more critical than ever before.’
December 31, 2025 at 11:19 PM
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Georgia Equality wishes a joyful and meaningful Kwanzaa to all who are celebrating today!
A graphic with a read, yellow, green, and brown geometric border at the top and bottoms. Text reads, 'Have a happy Kwanzaa' above a graphic of dancers in yellow, green, and red celebrating with drums and dance. In the bottom corner is the Georgia Equality logo.
December 26, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Merry Christmas to all who are celebrating today! Georgia Equality sends warm wishes for a holiday full of love and light.
A graphic with a faded, up-close photograph of a Christmas tree and ornaments as the background. In the top left corner is the white Georgia Equality logo. Text reads, 'We wish you a very merry Christmas & happy new year'
December 25, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Heads up! Georgia Equality's office will be closed for the holidays starting today, December 22, through Friday, January 2.

We look forward to seeing y'all in 2026 after some well-deserved and much-needed rest and rejuvenation. ❤️
A graphic announcing holiday closures for Georgia Equality. The background is a brown, paper bag texture, over which there are white and red stars surround text which reads, "We will be CLOSED for the holidays! From December 22 through January 2" in red and green text. In the bottom left corner is the Georgia Equality logo in white.
December 22, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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🧵(4/4) This year was never going to be easy, but we’re still so proud of what we’ve accomplished together. 🩵

Thank you for advocating with us! We'll see you next year!
Text reads, 'Our staff's top accomplishments' in the top header. Below is a list, '1. Expanded work in housing advocacy, 2. Record-breaking turnout at AIDS Walk, 3. Organized major rallies & lobby days, 4. Hosted weekly volunteer nights, 5. Went viral for Trans Flag Day' over a black background with blue triangles in both corners. Text reads, 'We raised over $130,000 at our 30th Anniversary Gala,' with smaller text reading, 'This was a record-breaking year for our annual Evening for Equality!' over a black background with purple triangles in the corners of various opacities. Text reads, 'Thanks for advocating with us. We'll see you next year!' on a black background with blue triangles fading into transparency on the top and bottom.
December 19, 2025 at 9:38 PM
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🧵(3/4) Here are the things we do again, and again, and again, and again year after year:
Text reads, 'And there were a few things we did again, and again, and again...' on a black background with teal and light blue shapes in the corners. Text reads, 'Supporters spent 450 hours volunteering with us.' Smaller text reads, 'We hosted 32 volunteer nights in Atlanta!' over a black background with pink triangles in the corners of various opacities. Text reads, 'We spoke at over 96 outreach events across the state & trained over 8,400 people' on a black background with green geometric shapes in the corners. Smaller text reads, 'We (heart emoji) local Prides!' Text reads, 'We reached out to 61,000+ Georgians to help get out the vote in 16 elections' on a yellow background. Smaller text reads, 'There are no off-years for elections!' There are blue geometric shapes in the corners.
December 19, 2025 at 9:38 PM
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🧵(2/4) From expanding our programmatic work, to helping LGBTQ+ students resist and organize, to getting over 1 million views on a transgender truth-telling ad campaign– we stayed busy working for a better future for LGBTQ+ Georgians.
Text reads, ‘We launched a statewide transgender truth-telling ad campaign, generating 1,662,872 total impressions,’ on a light blue background with pink and red geometric shapes. Text reads, ‘We helped get pro-equality candidates elected to the Cobb County Commission.’ Smaller text explains this helps pave the way for a non-discrimination ordinance, on a black background with yellow accents. Text reads, ‘When the federal government attacked our place in higher education, we stepped in to stop it.’ Smaller text describes producing a Know Your Rights guide and supporting LGBTQ+ programs at Kennesaw State and Georgia Southern, on a black background with gold circular graphics. Text reads, ‘We created 2 new staff positions, expanding our programmatic work.’ Smaller text notes expanded capacity in housing policy and digital organizing, on a bright yellow background with pink geometric borders.
December 19, 2025 at 9:38 PM
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🧵(1/4) It's baaaaack: it’s finally time for our ✨ 2025 Wrapped ✨

2025 has been a YEAR, but we made it, y'all! Despite the seemingly endless challenges we endured, it was also a historical year for Georgia Equality.

Scroll the thread to see our accomplishments! 👇
Title slide reading ‘Georgia Equality 2025 Wrapped’ on a black background with blue and teal geometric shapes and the Georgia Equality logo. Text reads, ‘We’re in the top 1% of LGBTQ+ advocacy organizations in Georgia. That’s a lot of advocacy work!’ on a black background with red and pink diagonal accents. Text reads, ‘We helped over 6,000 Georgians speak out against anti-LGBTQ bills.’ Smaller text notes Georgia remains a leading southern state in defeating anti-LGBTQ legislation, on a black background with teal wave graphics. Text reads, ‘Life moves fast, but Georgia Equality moves faster.’ Smaller text explains the organization created and shared talking points for 10+ anti-LGBTQ bills and printed thousands of pages of resources, on a black background with gold geometric accents.
December 19, 2025 at 9:38 PM
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Save the date! Georgia Equality will be hosting our annual advocacy training for 2026 on Saturday, January 24– just in time for folks to get engaged in the 2026 legislative session.

We'll review the upcoming session & give tips for effective advocacy!

Register: georgiaequality.org/advocacy2026/
Square promotional graphic with a blue textured background titled “Advocacy Training” in large yellow text. Event details read: “Saturday, Jan. 24, 11:30 AM–4:00 PM.” It lists options to attend in person at Neighborhood Church in Atlanta or virtually via Zoom. Text says, “Join to learn about advocacy work in Georgia & to get more involved in the 2026 legislative session!” On the right is a photo of the Georgia State Capitol with its gold dome and trees in front. Bottom includes the Georgia Equality logo and registration link: “www.georgiaequality.org/advocacy2026.”
December 17, 2025 at 9:24 PM
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Georgia Equality is proud to have endorsed pro-equality candidate Roger Bruce for SD 35 due to his long history of defending the LGBTQ+ community.

Learn more about our endorsement at: georgiaequalitypac.org/sd35/
Campaign graphic with a blue-purple background reading “Roger Bruce for State Senate District 35.” Headline: “A Pro-Equality Candidate.” Bullet points state that during two decades of service he worked as a proven ally, helped pass anti-bullying and hate crimes legislation, introduced bills to expand nondiscrimination protections, and helped defeat the RFRA multiple times. At right is a photo of Roger Bruce speaking at a legislative podium. A badge at the bottom reads “2025 Endorsed Candidate – Georgia Equality.”
December 16, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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TODAY is run-off election day for Senate District 35 which includes parts of Cobb & Fulton Counties such as Vinings, Smyrna, and South Fulton! Polls are open today until 7pm.

All Georgians can find critical voting information at: mvp.sos.ga.gov
A graphic with a rainbow-colored header that reads: ‘TODAY IS RUN-OFF ELECTION DAY FOR SENATE DISTRICT 35! Polls are open today from 7am until 7pm.’ Below the text is a map showing Georgia State Senate District 35 highlighted in yellow with a red outline, covering areas near Smyrna, Vinings, and western Fulton County. To the right of the map, text reads: ‘If you live in the highlighted area, it’s time to vote.’ and ‘Help spread the word with friends & neighbors!’ At the bottom, text says: ‘Visit mvp.sos.ga.gov for more info.’ The Georgia Equality logo appears in the lower right corner.
December 16, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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Georgia Equality sends wishes for a Hanukkah full of love and light to all celebrating in the coming days.
A photo of a menorah with all candles alight. Behind are light flares in the background, all covered in a navy blue tint. In white serif text reads, "Happy Hanukkah" with the white Georgia Equality logo in the bottom right corner.
December 14, 2025 at 9:30 PM
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REMINDER: Monday, December 15 is the deadline for open enrollment for coverage beginning Jan. 1!

We know it can be frustrating to find inclusive health insurance for transgender folks.

Check out Out2Enroll's Trans Health Insurance Guide for Georgia at: bit.ly/3MDpTqj
A graphic with the colors of the transgender pride flag as the background. Text reads: “Health insurance can be complicated. Especially for trans people. But we can help. Check out our new transgender health insurance guides for information on the plans in your state.” The top left corner shows the Out2Enroll logo, and the top right corner shows the hashtag #ExpectMoreDemandMore.
December 12, 2025 at 9:09 PM
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Our final Atlanta-based volunteer night for 2025 is happening next Wednesday!! Join us on December 17 at 6pm for a special part-volunteer night and part celebration for all of our volunteers' hard work.

Please RSVP 24 hrs in advance to [email protected] to confirm and receive the address.
Graphic promoting Georgia Equality’s “Volunteer Nights.” The top shows a large crowd gathered on the steps of the Georgia State Capitol holding pro-LGBTQ signs. Two smaller photos on the right show volunteers at rallies holding signs supporting trans youth and a group posing together. Large text reads “Volunteer Nights.” Additional text says, “Join us every Wednesday evening to aid the fight for LGBTQ equality in Georgia!” A button at the bottom says, “Please RSVP to noel@georgiaequality.org
December 11, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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TODAY is the first day of early voting in the run-off special election for Senate District 35, including parts of south Cobb & Fulton!

GA Equality has endorsed Roger Bruce for SD 35 due to his defense of LGBTQ+ rights during his 2 decades of public service.

Learn more: georgiaequalitypac.org/sd35
Map highlighting Georgia State Senate District 35 in yellow, outlined in red, covering parts of Smyrna, Vinings, and South Fulton. Text at the top says, 'Live in the highlighted area?' and at the bottom, 'You’re in RUN-OFF election!' The Georgia Equality logo appears at the bottom. Graphic promoting Roger Bruce for Georgia State Senate District 35. Includes a photo of Roger Bruce smiling in a suit, with text: 'Early Voting: Dec. 8 – Dec. 12' and 'RUN-OFF Election Day: Tuesday, Dec. 16.' The Georgia Equality logo with the text '2025 Endorsed Candidate' appears at the bottom right, on a red and gray background with stars.
December 8, 2025 at 8:11 PM
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Stay in the loop with all things Georgia Equality by signing up for our monthly newsletter! Every month, The Compass rounds up the most important news, upcoming events, & opportunities to get involved.

The December Compass is coming out tomorrow, so sign up now!

Visit: www.georgiaequality.org/join
Graphic promoting the Georgia Equality newsletter called 'The COMPASS.' At the top is the Georgia Equality logo with a stylized map of Georgia featuring rainbow stripes. Below, bold text reads 'DON'T MISS A THING! Sign up for our newsletter today.' A laptop screen displays the June 2023 issue of the COMPASS newsletter with a compass rose and a rainbow-striped background. A field labeled 'Email Address' with an arrow suggests where to sign up. At the bottom, text reads: 'NEWS • ACTION ALERTS • UPCOMING EVENTS.' Background has a blue gradient.
December 4, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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Big news!! We're so excited to share that our endorsed candidate Akbar Ali has won his run-off election for House District 106, making history as the youngest person elected to the Georgia General Assembly.

Congratulations to Akbar's team & all of the volunteers who helped make this win happen!
Graphic with a blue radial background featuring large white text that reads: ‘Pro-equality candidate Akbar Ali wins run-off election for State House District 106!’ On the left is a circular badge labeled ‘2025 Endorsed Candidate – Georgia Equality.’ On the right is a headshot of Akbar Ali, a young man in a navy suit and white shirt, smiling with one hand resting on his other wrist.
December 3, 2025 at 6:00 PM