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Alabama rates poorly on treatment of, protections for LGBTQ residents: Report

February 22, 2024

Alabama receives poor ratings on LGBTQ protections and support, highlighting restrictive policies and lack of inclusive laws. Quote from Fran Hutchins, ED.

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LGBTQ+ Leaders: Political activist Mason Dunn is inspired by empathy

February 18, 2024

Features Mason Dunn, EqFed Board Member: Political activist Mason Dunn, driven by empathy, educates and advocates for the transgender and gender-diverse community.

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More states are pushing to stop legally recognizing trans people in public life

January 24, 2024

State Policy Analyst Rashanna Lee highlights that at least 10 states are pushing bills to exclude trans people from updating IDs, holding public office, and accessing public services.

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A Candid Look at the State of HIV Advocacy and Decriminalization in Oklahoma

Dec 4, 2023

By Michael Elizabeth, Public Health Policy Strategist: Rep. Mauree Turner and Nicole McAfee aim to repeal Oklahoma's HIV criminalization law.

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Let’s Talk About How HIV Advocacy Prioritizes Just About Everyone Except Black Gay Men With HIV

Sept 27, 2023

Michael Elizabeth, Public Health Policy Strategist, calls for equitable public health reforms to address mpox's impact on Black LGBTQ+ communities with HIV.

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Mike Webb on LGBTQ+ Political Activism and HIV Criminalization

September 26, 2023

Michael Elizabeth, Public Health Policy Strategist, emphasizes  funded HIV advocacy, focusing on legislative changes to support LGBTQ+ communities.

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