John, Our first grassroots lobby day is coming up soon! Will you join us? Starting Tuesday, January 14, we’re hosting a series of Crowd the Capitol lawmaker visits, gathering folks from across Virginia to speak out for LGBTQ nondiscrimination protections, inclusive school policies, and ending conversion therapy. Learn more here and sign up to lobby for these issues, including the Virginia Values Act! Crowd the Capitol Schedule of Events 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM January 14 – Trans community members January 21 – People of faith February 11 – Business leaders and owners February 18 – Families and LGBTQ youth February 25 – Public safety and anti-violence advocates Nondiscrimination protections have record bipartisan support in the General Assembly this year, so we’re in a better position than ever before to get the Virginia Values Act (SB 868) and other pro-LGBTQ legislation passed. It’s unacceptable that LGBTQ Virginians can still be fired, evicted, or denied service in public places like restaurants, shops and even doctor’s offices—just for being themselves. No one should be discriminated against for who they are or who they love. With your help, we can ensure LGBTQ Virginians are protected from discrimination in their daily lives. Whether you’re an ally or LGBTQ, your story matters in this fight. Let’s show our lawmakers that support for LGBTQ freedom comes from all corners of this state. RSVP today and we'll make sure to send you the day-of details. Sincerely, Vee Lamneck, Executive Director, Equality VA |