Equality Michigan Action Network
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Michigan’s premiere political advocacy organization serving the LGBTQ+ community for over 25 years.
Michigan, USA
Joined May 2018
Michigan lawmakers are wasting time and taxpayer money attacking trans people instead of helping working families. Tell them to stop the political stunts and focus on real issues. Sign the petition: https://t.co/BWAYfrLC0U
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We're thrilled to introduce our 2025 interns - Kaitlyn, Jake, and Amanda! These wonderful young people bring passion and creativity to advancing LGBTQIA2S+ equity in Michigan. Get to know them here: https://t.co/D8jl94s6tt
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The state budget should reflect Michigan's values, but instead, lawmakers have packed it with anti-trans provisions and left essential services hanging in the balance. Learn what's at stake in PrideSource's latest report: https://t.co/te2DhkF8dM
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With less than two weeks until a potential Michigan government shutdown, a dangerous game is being played in Lansing that extends far beyond typical budget
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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: https://t.co/q6RlaEkvBN
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Corewell Health has ended transgender healthcare for young people. This marks the second major health system in our state to retreat, leaving families scrambling for options. If you are impacted by a healthcare outage, please reach out to us at ezanotti@equalitymi.org.
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Weeks away from a state shutdown, the Michigan House would rather be bathroom police than do their jobs. While they’re obsessing over bathroom policies, Michigan families need them focused on funding our schools and making the economy work.
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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: https://t.co/4PyE3VtbW7
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Giving a helping hand has never been so fun! Support Michigan's only statewide LGBTQ+ nonprofit and enjoy our annual gala. Sign up today: https://t.co/QjG0VUxUoo
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Get free tickets to our Gala! This event takes hundreds of hours, and with one or two of yours, we can have a night to remember. Sign Up: https://t.co/QjG0VUxUoo
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We are prepared to respond swiftly should any threat arise or become more substantive. In the meantime, we will continue monitoring developments closely and keep our community informed every step of the way.
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-a tactic that has been pivotal to the right’s ability to undermine transgender people’s legal protections across the country in recent years. EQMI and our partners have been working diligently behind the scenes to protect marriage equality and LGBTQ+ civil rights in our state.
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-which ensures that states and the federal government must recognize marriages performed in other states, regardless of the outcome of any single case. Make no mistake, we still take nothing for granted. They are attempting to stoke fear over marriage equality-
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It typically takes several years before most cases reach the U.S. Supreme Court. In addition to the precedent set by Obergefell, advocates in Michigan and across the U.S. have also worked tirelessly to layer in protections like the Respect for Marriage Act-
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As we keep a close eye on this, our understanding is that acting on the clerk’s request would be an unusual and highly unlikely path for the Court to take. Normally, the Court considers cases that have worked their way through the lower courts, not ones presented in this manner.
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THREAD: You have probably heard that a KY county clerk has formally requested the Supreme Court overturn the landmark Obergefell v. Hodges decision which enshrined marriage equality across the country. The feelings of fear and anger when reading this news are real and justified.
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You know that statement piece in your closet that you've been waiting to wear? Our 2025 Wear Your Truth Gala is THE opportunity. Wear your most daring fashion while supporting LGBTQ+ rights in Michigan. Join us September 5 in Ferndale, tickets: https://t.co/xceXxiSyVa
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Our gala is a month away! Come celebrate the connection our community shares and support progress. This event includes fun such as photo booth, 50/50 raffle, fashion competition and much more! Tickets: https://t.co/4PyE3VtbW7
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ICYMI: Michigan joins lawsuit to block health care cuts for transgender youth. Dozens of states have joined together to defend against government over step and defend care that is safe, legal, and essential. Learn More:
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Tess Miller?s son is transgender, and she says it took years for him and their family to recognize and seek treatment for the depression and anxiety that come with gender dysphoria. For them, therapy...
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Our team is at Ann Arbor Pride today! Swing by to enjoy more pride and connect with local efforts to defend LGBTQ+ justice.
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Healthcare decisions should be made by qualified experts, individuals, & their families who know the situation best-NOT by politicians. Join us in thanking AG Nessel & signing our petition:
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