Spectrum Center

Happening TONIGHT. 6-7:30pm at nYne Bar & Bistro. We're teaming up with GU's LGBTQ+ Rights Clinic to break down the current state of affairs for 2SLGBTQIA+ rights and how you can affect change. Free taco bar. All ages until 8 📍232 W Sprague

More info here: bit.ly/QT-DEBRIEF

UPDATE: Thirty 2SLGBTQIA+ & allied orgs across Eastern WA & North ID joined us in calling on WSU to revoke, not just suspend, accreditation of anti-LGBTQ+ hate group SEGM. Full letter and signatories in our linktree.

Join the 300+ individuals who have already taken action at: tinyurl.com/WSUACTION

Text reads: ACTION ALERT 11/4/25 UPDATE: WSU has suspended, BUT NOT REVOKED, the SEGM course. We need folks to keep up the pressure, share this campaign, and submit formal complaints to ACCME. Link to: tinyurl.com/WSUACTION

Text reads: What is SEGM? Despite their name, Society for Evidence-Based Gender Medicine has been publicly critiqued and disavowed by the “godfather” of evidence-based medicine, Gordon Guyatt. Why does it matter? If SEGM is accredited to provide CMEs, medical providers can consume anti-LGBTQ+ pseudoscience to maintain their licenses. SEGM are proponents of: - Conversion therapy (rebranded as “gender exploratory therapy”) - “Rapid-Onset Gender Dysphoria” - bunk science that treats transness like a social contagion - The widely disavowed Cass Review

Text reads: We need medical providers that receive legitimate medical education. WSU has undermined their own credibility by accrediting an organization that wholly abuses “evidence-based medicine” to push anti-LGBTQ+ pseudoscience. Join our letter writing campaign to demand WSU fully revoke accreditation from SEGM. Link to tinyurl.com/WSUACTION

WSU accredited an anti-LGBTQ+ hate group know for pushing pseudoscience within their Continuing Medical Education Program. As of 11/4, WSU has suspended the SEGM course and removed it from their CME platform, but this isn't enough.
See our list of demands and more context here: tinyurl.com/WSUACTION

Suspension is not enough. We call on WSU to:
- Fully revoke SEGM’s CME accreditation
- Implement stronger review and oversight procedures
- Make gender affirming curriculum a required standard for all educated within the WSU Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine Take action here: tinyurl.com/WSUACTION

Letters for now, and formal complaints through the ACCME (we don't want a repeat of this at any other universities) - link in our bio

Background image of Washington State University campus sign and logo above some fall leaves on the ground. White text with red background reads: WSU’s College of Medicine, based in Spokane, has recently accredited a known anti-LGBTQ+ hate group under their continuing medical education program. White text with Black background reads: This means that medical providers could now take courses that have been criticized as anti-science and unacademic in order to maintain their licensure. White text with Black background reads: This is a direct blow to the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and undermines WSU’s credibility and public trust. White Spectrum Center logo in the bottom right corner.

Background image of Washington State University campus sign and logo above some fall leaves on the ground. White text with Black background reads: Spectrum has sent out a formal letter to WSU leadership, you can find that linked in our bio. White text with red background reads: If you are part of an organization who would like to support this please email us at info@spectrumcenterspokane.org White Spectrum Center logo in the bottom right corner.

Background image of Washington State University campus sign and logo above some fall leaves on the ground. Red and white text over Black background reads "Take Action" Text reads: 1. Join our letter writing campaign here: tinyurl.com/WSUACTION 2. Submit a formal complaint to the Accreditation Council of Continuing Medical Education (see our Linktree at linktr.ee/spectrumcenterspokane) White Spectrum Center logo bottom right corner.

Tell WSU that Anti-LGBTQ+ Pseudoscience is UNACCEPTABLE!
Link in bio to take action, or go to: tinyurl.com/WSUACTION
If you're part of an organization who would like to support this, email us at info@spectrumcenterspokane.org.
Link in our bio to file a formal complaint with ACCME.

Background shows the Central Valley School District meeting room. Red banner across the top with white letters reads "CENTRAL VALLEY CALL TO ACTION" in all caps. White text on the image over a dark grey background reads, "On Thursday, August 14th, Central Valley School District (CVSD) is voting on whether or not they’ll sue the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) for implementing a mandatory, trans-affirming Gender Inclusive Policy."

Background shows the Central Valley School District meeting room. Red banner across the top with white letters reads "CENTRAL VALLEY CALL TO ACTION" in all caps. White text on the image over a dark grey background reads, "Although transgender and gender-nonconforming students will still be protected under State law, if this lawsuit is successful, OSPI might have to suspend Policy 3211, leaving transgender + gender non-conforming students vulnerable to having their rights abused by hostile school districts, like CVSD."

Background shows the Central Valley School District meeting room. Red banner across the top with white letters reads "CENTRAL VALLEY CALL TO ACTION" in all caps. White text on the image over a dark grey background reads, "If you live in the CVSD, and/or have a student attending CVSD schools, we encourage you to provide public comment. Public comment is limited to 30 minutes, and it is likely they will prioritize CVSD residents/parents. All Public Comment is subject to the Public Records Act, RCW 42.56. White bold text at the bottom reads, Sign up at the LINK IN OUR BIO prior to 4PM, 8/14."

Happening TOMORROW at 4 PM! We are asking parents of CVSD to join us in supporting trans youth by providing public comment at tomorrow's special meeting.
This meeting is VIRTUAL! - Link to sign up to provide public comment is in our bio!

Spectrum Center Spokane will be closed from July 28th-August 1st for our team Summer Hiatus.
During this break our pantry will be closed and our office will be closed.
Our youth support group will still be running Tuesday at 6pm.
We are here, we are queer, and rest is important

Photo of Spokane scenery with text overlaid, text reads "Eastern WA 2SLGBTQIA+ Community Debrief" "Date: Wednesday, 7/23, Time: 6-8PM, Location: Nyne Bar & Bistro, 232 W Sprague Ave" "All ages until 9PM" "Free taco bar for attendees, first come first serve! (Food available for purchas as well)" "Karaoke afterwards with Rita"

Same background photo of Spokane scenery with text overlaid that reads "Join us for a breakdown of... 1 - Significant updates re: 2SLGBTQIA+ rights, 2 - Timeline of when the impacts of the BBB will be felt, and who will be impacted, 3 - Current state of affairs for 2SLGBTQIA+ Washingtonians (legal protections etc), 4 - Tools and strategies moving forward. Text in white font with red background reads "Wednesday, 7/23 6-8PM @ Nyne Bar & Bistro" "All ages until 9 PM"

Join us for a 2SLGBTQIA+ Community Debrief next week.
7/23 - 6-8PM - Nyne Bar & Bistro (232 W Sprague Ave)
If you can't make this one, don't fret! We have more upcoming, but go ahead and DM us, or shoot an email to info@spectrumcenterspokane.org if you can't make it and want to attend the next one.

Photo of Spokane scenery with text overlaid, text reads "Eastern WA 2SLGBTQIA+ Community Debrief" "Date: Wednesday, 7/23, Time: 6-8PM, Location: Nyne Bar & Bistro, 232 W Sprague Ave" "All ages until 9PM" "Free taco bar for attendees, first come first serve! (Food available for purchas as well)" "Karaoke afterwards with Rita"

Same background photo of Spokane scenery with text overlaid that reads "Join us for a breakdown of... 1 - Significant updates re: 2SLGBTQIA+ rights, 2 - Timeline of when the impacts of the BBB will be felt, and who will be impacted, 3 - Current state of affairs for 2SLGBTQIA+ Washingtonians (legal protections etc), 4 - Tools and strategies moving forward. Text in white font with red background reads "Wednesday, 7/23 6-8PM @ Nyne Bar & Bistro" "All ages until 9 PM"

Join us for a 2SLGBTQIA+ Community Debrief next week.
7/23 - 6-8PM - Nyne Bar & Bistro (232 W Sprague Ave)
If you can't make this one, don't fret! We have more upcoming, but go ahead and DM us, or shoot an email to info@spectrumcenterspokane.org if you can't make it and want to attend the next one.

Update - this event will be FREE for folks ages 18-24, with a DJ + dance party after performances 🎉

Soft multicolored background, large bold white letters that read "LATINX PRIDE", "Alianza and TPG celebrating" with the sponsor logos of Nuestras Raices Centro Comunitario, Alianza, and TPG Radio. Photo of four drag performers, the Vida Amore Diva Show, and the logo for Ballet Folklorico de Spokane. Text reads: July 12th, 2025, doors open at 7pm, vendors and food, drag, ballet folklorico, DJ Motavation, GarlandTheater.org, 924 W Garland Ave, Spokane WA 99205, $15 pre-sale, $20 at the door, tickets available at www.holdmyticket.com, "Vida Amore Divas Show" "Washington State's Longest Running Drag Show!"

Ready to have some fun this weekend? 🌈🤩 THIS Saturday 7/12 @ the Garland Theater!

If you support the Latino community (and can swing a ticket) this is a great opportunity to SHOW UP ❤️🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Tickets available at www.holdmyticket.com, $15 pre-sale and $20 at the door.
This party is 18+ ⚠️😇

*Important*
Trans Lifeline is on a short break until July 14th. 🏳️‍⚧️

In light of the LGBTQ+ youth specific branch of the 988 hotline being shut down, we wanted to highlight all the resources that are available and committed to not going anywhere. ❤️🏳️‍⚧️🌈

We're here, we're queer, and we've got merch all year! Just because June is ending doesn't mean Pride is over. We are here to celebrate, support, and uplift the 2SLGBTQIA+ community everyday. All proceeds go directly to supporting our year round programming for the community. 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

🏳️‍🌈Need a shirt as uniquely queer as you are? 🏳️‍⚧️
Check out our merch store at spectrumcenter.threadless.com featuring designs created by local 2SLGBTQIA+ community members!
All proceeds go directly toward supporting Spectrum's programming, resources, and events that uplift our 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

July Splash Bash Join us for Splash Bash, a joyful, all-ages swim event created by and for the queer and trans community! Hosted in partnership by Spectrum Center, Odyssey Youth Center, and Trans Spokane, this is a sp...

Thank you so much to everyone who joined us last Sunday for our June Splash Bash event, part of our queer and trans summer swim party series! Sign up for July's at www.zeffy.com/ticketing/ju...

To learn more go to www.spectrumcenterspokane.org/splashbash

🏳️‍⚧️ PASSPORT UPDATES 🏳️‍⚧️ We've been keeping an eye on how things play out following the recent development in Orr v. Trump... ACLU has recommended folks wait until at least 6/25 if possible before taking action re: passports, and check their FAQ (linked in our bio) for updates as they develop.

Spectrum Center's Shop | Featuring custom t-shirts, prints, and more spectrumcenter's Shop

Need some new Pride swag? Come check out our store. Shop products made by local queer designers. All proceeds go towards supporting Spectrum Center Spokane. Check it out at spectrumcenter.threadless.com 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

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Ready for Pride? Come check out our new swag store. Shop products made by local queer designers. All proceeds go towards supporting Spectrum Center Spokane. Check it out at spectrumcenter.threadless.com 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

We will see you tomorrow at Pride. Bring your joy, your authenticity, your love, and each other. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

What happened in Spokane on Wednesday was unacceptable. We stand in solidarity with those targeted, and we remain committed to showing up, loudly and unapologetically, for Queer and Trans lives, especially Indigenous, Black, Brown, undocumented, and marginalized ones.

Still here. Still proud. Still showing up for each other and for justice. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️✊

We celebrate Pride with love and resistance. We honor our history by standing against the violence we witnessed this week from ICE, from the police, from the systems that continue to harm our communities.

This bill isn't just gutting gender affirming care for trans people who rely on Medicaid, this bill also guts Medicaid overall... AND allocates $150bn (13x the current budget) towards ICE!

WA STATE SENATORS
Sen. Patty Murray: (202) 224-2621
Sen. Maria Cantwell: (202) 224-3441
In addition to using the link in our bio, call them directly and make your voice heard!

URGENT CALL TO ACTION 🚨 LINK IN BIO
This morning, the House passed a budget proposal containing sweeping cuts to Medicaid.
This budget would END Medicaid coverage for gender-affirming healthcare. This measure would impact trans Americans of ALL ages.
CONTACT YOUR SENATORS! DEMAND THEY STOP THIS BILL

Image with maroon background. Text says Spectrum Center's Official Pride Merch, 15 designs and more coming. Two merch items depicted.

Ready for Pride? Come check out our new swag store. Shop products made by local queer designers. All proceeds go towards supporting Spectrum Center Spokane. Check it out at spectrumcenter.threadless.com 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

In light of Spokane City Council’s upcoming vote on the LGBTQIA2S+ Protections Ordinance… Join us for our public testimony workshops! RSVP at the link in our bio. Masks HIGHLY encouraged - and provided 😷🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

1st workshop: Wednesday 4/16 @ 6PM
2nd workshop: Wednesday 4/23 @ 6PM

WA Statewide Call to Action! Link in our bio. Urge your reps to vote NO on both amendments 7 & 8! This vote will NOT change the athletics policy for over 700 schools in WA, unless state law changes, but we can't let this go down quietly!

@wiaawa.bsky.social You should be ashamed of yourselves.

Meet our reporters @jodiscohen.bsky.social and @jsmithrichards.bsky.social. They've reported on education for decades — and have been closely tracking President Trump’s changes to the Department of Education.

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The Pentagon owns 145 golf courses. As Trump cuts key government services, we found it aims to spend on sand traps and clubhouses. interc.pt/4kQBQWa