Prism Organizing Network

Kyrstin Schuette: The Overlooked Frontline of Democracy While redistricting dominates headlines, school board elections are quietly shaping America’s future.

“School board races depend on neighbors talking to neighbors, volunteers knocking on doors, and citizens making their voices heard in their own communities. They reward authentic connection to local concerns rather than partisan manipulation.” Join us for MN school board voter efforts this fall!

Apple Valley Listening Session Last Wednesday, over thirty neighbors attended an LGBTQ listening session in Apple Valley, discussing local challenges and resources for the LGBTQ community. Prism leaders aim to expand these conversations state-wide, organizing support for LGBTQ people in various Minnesota regions.

Apple Valley Listening Session

Last Wednesday, over thirty neighbors attended an LGBTQ listening session in Apple Valley, discussing local challenges and resources for the LGBTQ community. Prism leaders aim to expand these conversations state-wide, organizing support for LGBTQ people in various…

LGBTQ in the South Metro: Savage Listening Session We had a great first South Metro listening session in April, and we’re just getting started! You’re invited to the next in our series of community conversations in the south metro, this time in Savage...

We’re hosting an @actionnetwork.bsky.social event: LGBTQ in the South Metro: Savage Listening Session. Join us to connect and build LGBTQ community south of Minneapolis! See more and RSVP here: actionnetwork.org/events/lgbtq...

Celebrating Trans Day of Visibility at Minnesota Capitol On Monday, Prism members and allies celebrated Trans Day of Visibility at the Minnesota State Capitol, emphasizing the importance of protecting trans freedoms. The event featured community leaders and drag performers, highlighting LGBTQ joy and affirmation. Though visibility matters, true liberation requires ongoing dedication to support and protect the LGBTQ community.

Celebrating Trans Day of Visibility at Minnesota Capitol

On Monday, Prism members and allies celebrated Trans Day of Visibility at the Minnesota State Capitol, emphasizing the importance of protecting trans freedoms. The event featured community leaders and drag performers, highlighting LGBTQ joy…

"A love that doesn't inspire ceaseless rage at Injustice, inequity, harm and dismissal isn't much of a love at the end of the day."

-Talia Bhatt in Trans/Rad/Fem

Public Testimony to Protect Trans Inmates Rev. Dr. Justin Sabia-Tanis testifies against a bill affecting transgender inmates before the MN House Public Safety Committee, highlighting the extreme violence that trans people face in prison. He emphasizes the moral obligation to protect marginalized groups, arguing that this bill would exacerbate their suffering and violate ethical standards. He urges lawmakers to vote against it.

Public Testimony to Protect Trans Inmates

Rev. Dr. Justin Sabia-Tanis testifies against a bill affecting transgender inmates before the MN House Public Safety Committee, highlighting the extreme violence that trans people face in prison. He emphasizes the moral obligation to protect marginalized…

Rev. Dr. Justin Sabia-Tanis has researched prison violence against trans people and emphasizes that HF 435 “diminishes the moral standing of our state and is an ethical violation that serves no purpose”. Check the linktree in our bio to tell your MN representative to oppose this bill. #mnleg

Testimony on Safety for Trans Inmates Tristan Pautsch presents his opposition to House File 435, emphasizing the unique challenges transgender individuals face in prison. He shares personal experiences highlighting the importance of safety, respect, and dignity in correctional settings. He argues that a compassionate approach enhances rehabilitation and urges committee members to reject the bill because it endangers trans inmates.

Testimony on Safety for Trans Inmates

Tristan Pautsch presents his opposition to House File 435, emphasizing the unique challenges transgender individuals face in prison. He shares personal experiences highlighting the importance of safety, respect, and dignity in correctional settings. He argues…

Testimony on Trans Ban in Youth Sports Rather than addressing harms against trans youth, this legislation adds to the bullying that many such youth face on a daily basis, doubling down on the lie that there is something wrong with those who practice integrity by living according to their God-given gender identity.

Testimony on Trans Ban in Youth Sports

Rather than addressing harms against trans youth, this legislation adds to the bullying that many such youth face on a daily basis, doubling down on the lie that there is something wrong with those who practice integrity by living according to their God-given…

Tristan can’t attend today’s hearing, but made this recording of his written testimony. Follow the link in our bio to contact your legislators with your own message opposing HF 435, which would prevent the state from housing trans inmates in facilities that match their gender identity. #mnleg

We testified against HF 12, a bill that would ban trans athletes from participating in youth sports, in the MN House Education Policy Committee last week. Follow the link in our bio to send your legislators a message opposing the bill, and sign up to stay connected with Prism.

Base-Building with Prism Community organizing is a lifelong craft. Current Prism efforts focus on base-building by connecting with LGBTQ residents and our allies in Minnesota, engaging in outreach, education, and advocacy.

Base-Building with Prism

Community organizing is a lifelong craft. Current Prism efforts focus on base-building by connecting with LGBTQ residents and our allies in Minnesota, engaging in outreach, education, and advocacy.

Meet Oby Ballinger Rev. Oby Ballinger founded Prism in January 2025, following nearly twenty years of faith organizing for LGBTQ equality and social justice. After graduating from Yale Divinity School, he worked on various campaigns, including for marriage equality and racial justice.

Meet Oby Ballinger

Rev. Oby Ballinger founded Prism in January 2025, following nearly twenty years of faith organizing for LGBTQ equality and social justice. After graduating from Yale Divinity School, he worked on various campaigns, including for marriage equality and racial justice.

Welcome to Prism! Welcome to Prism, a multiracial, multifaith coalition for LGBTQ liberation in Minnesota! In partnership with other movements for justice, we organize and build power for the protection and freedom of queer folks across the state. I’m excited that we've already got more than 150 people who have expressed interest in building this movement!

Welcome to Prism!

Welcome to Prism, a multiracial, multifaith coalition for LGBTQ liberation in Minnesota! In partnership with other movements for justice, we organize and build power for the protection and freedom of queer folks across the state. I’m excited that we've already got more than 150…

Check out today's first newsletter, describing why "Prism", announcing upcoming events, and inviting you to join other Prism folks at @outfrontmn.bsky.social's LGBTQ Lobby Day next Friday!