MassEquality

We’re at the Statehouse again today for the signing of the Shield Act 2.0. This expands protections for reproductive healthcare and gender affirming care providers and patients and healthcare data privacy.

Testify with us on Tuesday to ensure that we keep diverse books on shelves

Happy Pride, Plymouth!

Worcester, get ready to brunch at the #BeYouDragBrunch! Saturday, June 28 12–4PM @WormtownBrewery Brieana Woodward & Al Christakis Featuring: Gem Stoner, @fatc.bsky.social, @victoriaobvious.bsky.social, Leenah Marie,That B*tch Rachel & DJ Cristo Disco.

bit.ly/BeYouBrunch25

Mass Equality has partnered with Lyft to Provide $25 vouchers for community members in need of transportation, now through the end of June. Visit bit.ly/MEQLyftJune fill out the form and your code will be emailed to you!

To trans youth and families across the country, MassEquality has a clear message: We stand with you. We mourn with you. We will never stop fighting for your right to exist, to thrive, and to access the care you need and deserve.

#Skrmetti #transgender

Happy Pride Boston

Happy Pride, Waltham!

March with MassEquality at Boston Pride! A limited number of shirts are available for marchers. Sign Up now! bit.ly/MEQBOSMARCH

Yesterday's Pride 2025 Celebration at Boston City Hall was truly memorable

A huge THANK YOU to Councilor Santana, the over 60+ organizations, and the 200+ attendees who made the day so powerful and inspiring.

Kicking off Pride Month at Boston City Hall for the Pride Flag Raising. 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️

Register to march with us on June 14th in Boston bit.ly/MEQBOSPRIDE25

Join MassEquality for an unforgettable evening at TopGolf Canton on Saturday, June 29th from 5–8 PM!

🎟️ Tickets & info: bit.ly/TopGolf25

We were excited to present at the New England Sex Ed Conference today #nesec25

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Including Trans Athletes Webinar with Chris Mosier and Katie Barnes. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting. Join us for a timely and thought-provoking conversation with two leading voices at the intersection of sports, gender, and equity. This webinar will explore the landscape of transgender athlete inclus...

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Tomorrow with @massequality.bsky.social
Upcoming Community Learning Session "What is a Hate Crime?"

When: Thursday, May 8th 6pm-7:30

Where: Boston City Hall, Room 801

Please register in advance at docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

And special thanks to the parents of transgender youth and the athletes who testified today to speak out on behalf of transgender student athletes

Because when we all stand together and fight; we all win.

Today we fought back against anti transgender athlete bills introduced in the Massachusetts state legislature (H.584/S.350) We’re incredibly grateful to our allies in the legislature and our partners in the work who were with us today from @GBPFLAG, @JALSA and @GLADLaw

Upcoming Community Learning Session "What is a Hate Crime?"
When: May 8th. 6pm-7:30
Where: Boston City Hall, Room 801. Please see the attached flyer and registration link for more information.
Registration link: forms.gle/XPrewqNesqEo...

LAST CHANCE to join us TOMORROW for a free self defense workshop for the LGBTQ+Community, at Life Skill Martial Arts in Millbury. Click here to register: secure.everyaction.com/FevJK3I8zUKj...

CHANGE OF DATE: Join us NEXT Saturday for a free self defense workshop for the LGBTQ+Community, at Life Skill Martial Arts in Millbury. Click here to register: secure.everyaction.com/FevJK3I8zUKj...

YouTube video by Sue Auclair Janie Barnett +Jonathan Galegos Rehearsal for City Winery Show 04-17-25

A little rehearsal happened last night with Janie Barnett and Jonathan Miguel Gallegos for the City Winery Show on 04.17.25 . . . @massequality.bsky.social Here's a sample: youtu.be/MvpwgRDCS8s

Officials talk about protecting LGBTQ+ rights: ‘It is really alarming’ Attorney General Andrea Campbell said her staff is working with multiple Democrats to legally fight the erosion of federal civil rights.

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Janie Barnett Pays Tribute to Cole Porter, 'Americana-Style,' April 17 at Boston's City Winery | EDGE United States Janie Barnett Pays Tribute to Cole Porter, 'Americana-Style,' April 17 at Boston's City Winery

Join us this Thursday . . . at @City Winery Boston for a great show. Tickets at citywinery.com Proceeds from CD sales go to @massequality.bsky.social www.edgemedianetwork.com/story/339027

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Join us in Middleborough Saturday night for a night of Drag Excellence in support of Mass Equality!

A great show coming up this Thursday in Boston at @citywinery.bsky.social with singer/guitarist/producer Janie Barnett and a wonderful band with guest vocalists as well. Her CD sales proceeds will go to @massequality.bsky.social #jazz #americana #folk #bluegrass #coleporter

Massachusetts law prohibits compliance with Trump’s executive order on youth sports. 1/4🧵

Thanks to @markey.senate.gov and @whipkclark.bsky.social for coming to Woburn today and making it clear that you are fighting to protect our communities

A legal document titled "Order on Motion for Temporary Restraining Order" from the United States District Court, District of Maine. The case is "State of Maine v. United States Department of Agriculture, et al.," case number 1:25-cv-00131-JAW. The document grants the State of Maine's request to prevent the USDA from terminating or interfering with federal funds based on alleged Title IX violations without due legal process. The court orders the release of frozen funds and prohibits further interference without following required procedures. The document is marked as Document 12, filed on April 11, 2025, and is page 1 of 70.

HUGE WIN: A federal judge just issued a lengthy TRO prohibiting the Trump administration from freezing federal funds to Maine over their policies protecting transgender youth.

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