January is almost here, and with it comes an intense season of LGBTQ+ advocacy in New York State. Don't miss your chance to take action with RiseOut, so sign up for our volunteer group today!

New York State’s legislative session kicks off on January 4. This is the time when state lawmakers convene to pass new laws and policies—including many that will affect LGBTQ+ New Yorkers. So it’s also the time when RiseOut’s efforts jump into high gear. We know our work makes a difference: With the support of our volunteers, RiseOut has been instrumental in passing 10+ pieces of legislation over the past 5 years.
 

As a volunteer on the RiseOut Action Team, you can advocate for important bills and build LGBTQ+ power with fellow activists, and you’ll be taking action alongside a united group of more than 50 LGBTQ+ and allied organizations. Right now, RiseOut is collectively identifying our 2023 legislative agenda to continue pushing toward our shared vision of justice and equity for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers. With the support of our volunteers, we can bring that vision closer to reality. Partner with us!

Congress recently passed the Respect for Marriage Act, an important step to protect same-sex and interracial marriage. We were proud to host Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer for a rally to raise awareness of this bill and help to get it over the finish line.

Now, it's time to build on this momentum. RiseOut is dedicated to keeping up the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. Are you with us?

The Black of Center Holiday Market was a day of warmth, light, music, and community-building thanks to all of our visitors, talented vendors, and co-hosts Ava Grey and Glo Butler. Thank you to everyone who showed up to support Black LGBTQ+ creatives and entrepreneurs in our community!

When I think of The Center and the role it has played for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers for 40 years, I am completely inspired by what our community can do together! We have been a haven for so many and through so much. Whether our community is celebrating strides forward or battling new waves of violence and discrimination, our commitment to each other is what matters, and what will ultimately prevail. With only a few days remaining in 2022, now is your opportunity to make a tax-deductible donation to The Center and join in our nonstop efforts to support our LGBTQ+ friends and family for the next 40 years. 

Make a holiday gift to The Center