Advocates 4 Trans Equality · [email protected]

January 7, 2025 at 4:26 PM

Advocate for Trans Rights This New Year

Dear John,   Happy New Year. Thank you for still being here with us and for supporting our work for trans people. 2025 is now here and we know what’s ahead. The future for trans people won’t build itself and 2025 is a pivotal moment to advocate for our community. This year, we invite you to take yo…

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  Alana Jochum, State Policy Director · [email protected]

December 30, 2024 at 2:15 PM

following up

Protecting Trans Futures in 2025 Dear John, I hope you saw my email below. With just two days left in 2024, I hope you will consider making a gift, of any size, to support A4TE in fighting both federal and state policy in the year to come. Your donations make our work possible. Thank you. In solidar…

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  Alana Jochum, State Policy Director · [email protected]

December 20, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Together, We Rise

Protecting Trans Futures in 2025 Dear John, In a matter of weeks, trans people in this country will confront an openly hostile federal government, with anti-trans opposition controlling the presidency and both houses of Congress. At a time when record numbers of anti-trans bills continue to be intro…

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  Alana Jochum, State Policy Director · [email protected]

December 20, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Together, We Rise

Protecting Trans Futures in 2025 Dear John, In a matter of weeks, trans people in this country will confront an openly hostile federal government, with anti-trans opposition controlling the presidency and both houses of Congress. At a time when record numbers of anti-trans bills continue to be intro…

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  Advocates for Trans Equality · [email protected]

December 19, 2024 at 6:55 PM

FIXED LINK: Anti-Trans NDAA Passes in the Senate

We are disappointed Yesterday, the U.S. Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes provisions that severely restrict access to trans-related healthcare for the transgender children of service members.We are disappointed. This is the first piece of legislation contain…

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  Advocates for Trans Equality · [email protected]

December 19, 2024 at 3:50 PM

Anti-Trans NDAA Passes in the Senate

We are disappointed Yesterday, the U.S. Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes provisions that severely restrict access to trans-related healthcare for the transgender children of service members.We are disappointed. This is the first piece of legislation contain…

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  Advocates for Trans Equality · [email protected]

December 19, 2024 at 3:50 PM

Anti-Trans NDAA Passes in the Senate

We are disappointed Yesterday, the U.S. Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes provisions that severely restrict access to trans-related healthcare for the transgender children of service members.We are disappointed. This is the first piece of legislation contain…

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  Sinéad Murano-Kinney, Health Policy Analyst · [email protected]

December 16, 2024 at 5:36 PM

ACTION: Urge the Senate to Reject the Discriminatory NDAA

Military families need your support We have an urgent ask John: Tell the Senate to take a stand. Here's what happened: On December 11th, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) containing harmful provisions prohibiting coverage of medically…

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  Sinéad Murano-Kinney, Health Policy Analyst · [email protected]

December 16, 2024 at 5:36 PM

ACTION: Urge the Senate to Reject the Discriminatory NDAA

Military families need your support We have an urgent ask John: Tell the Senate to take a stand. Here's what happened: On December 11th, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) containing harmful provisions prohibiting coverage of medically…

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  Sybastian Smith, Director of Organizing · [email protected]

December 12, 2024 at 5:57 PM

Mobilizing for Trans Futures

Resilience in ActionDear John, As we close out a year of immense challenges, I’m reaching out with a message of both urgency and hope. The attacks on trans rights this year have been relentless: 600+ anti-trans bills considered in state legislatures, and soon, an openly hostile federal government de…

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  Sybastian Smith, Director of Organizing · [email protected]

December 12, 2024 at 5:57 PM

Mobilizing for Trans Futures

Resilience in ActionDear John, As we close out a year of immense challenges, I’m reaching out with a message of both urgency and hope. The attacks on trans rights this year have been relentless: 600+ anti-trans bills considered in state legislatures, and soon, an openly hostile federal government de…

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  Advocates for Trans Equality · [email protected]

December 5, 2024 at 9:25 PM

We rallied at the Supreme Court for Trans Youth

Will you stand with us?Hi John,  Yesterday the landmark case of United States v. Skrmetti was heard before SCOTUS. Senior Counsel Sydney Duncan led a team of several attorneys representing our amicus brief. Now we await the SCOTUS decision. While the outcome of this case is still being decided, what…

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  Sydney Duncan, Advocates for Trans Equality · [email protected]

December 5, 2024 at 12:10 AM

What happened at the Supreme Court

Keep the work goingHello John, Today, our attorneys were inside the Supreme Court to hear argument in United States v. Skrmetti, one of the biggest cases impacting transgender youth across the country.  Senior Counsel Sydney Duncan was just inside the court and has thoughts to share: United States v…

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  Sydney Duncan, Advocates for Trans Equality · [email protected]

December 5, 2024 at 12:10 AM

What happened at the Supreme Court

Keep the work goingHello John, Today, our attorneys were inside the Supreme Court to hear argument in United States v. Skrmetti, one of the biggest cases impacting transgender youth across the country.  Senior Counsel Sydney Duncan was just inside the court and has thoughts to share: United States v…

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  Andy Hong Marra, CEO · [email protected]

December 3, 2024 at 2:01 PM

This #GivingTuesday Support A Trans-Led Org

Will you rush us a donation today?John,Giving Tuesday is an annual day of giving, dedicated to celebrating philanthropy worldwide – and is important for organizations fighting for equality, like ours. We know you are being inundated with messages asking for support. So, we won’t waste your time: The…

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  Andy Hong Marra, CEO · [email protected]

December 3, 2024 at 2:01 PM

This #GivingTuesday Support A Trans-Led Org

Will you rush us a donation today?John,Giving Tuesday is an annual day of giving, dedicated to celebrating philanthropy worldwide – and is important for organizations fighting for equality, like ours. We know you are being inundated with messages asking for support. So, we won’t waste your time: The…

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  Victoria Foster · [email protected]

November 29, 2024 at 11:01 PM

52-day countdown starts now.

Why wait until Tuesday?John,In 52 days, Donald Trump will be sworn in. And in 52 days, he and his administration begin to roll out their anti-trans legislative agenda. If the Trump campaign hinted at the prejudice to come, then we know we are in for a bad year where hatred and violence toward trans …

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  Victoria Foster · [email protected]

November 29, 2024 at 11:01 PM

52-day countdown starts now.

Why wait until Tuesday?John,In 52 days, Donald Trump will be sworn in. And in 52 days, he and his administration begin to roll out their anti-trans legislative agenda. If the Trump campaign hinted at the prejudice to come, then we know we are in for a bad year where hatred and violence toward trans …

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  Advocates for Trans Equality · [email protected]

November 26, 2024 at 7:30 PM

Are you meeting me in DC? FWD: Join us at the Supreme Court on Dec 4

Take Action for Trans Rights! Together, we'll demand that the Court protect trans rights and freedoms. Hey John, A few days ago we sent a message inviting you to next week's rally in support of trans youth. We just checked our records and sadly haven't seen your response. Can we count on your suppo…

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  Advocates for Trans Equality · [email protected]

November 22, 2024 at 9:41 PM

Join us at the Supreme Court on Dec 4

Take Action for Trans Rights! Together, we'll demand that the Court protect trans rights and freedoms. John,Trans youth and their families are under attack by politicians trying to control how we live. In two weeks, the Supreme Court will hear a case challenging Tennessee's harmful ban on health ca…

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  Advocates 4 Trans Equality · [email protected]

November 21, 2024 at 9:21 PM

For You, The 2024 Trans Survival Guide

A 17-page guide to address political and legal attacks on trans people John,  Our team of legal and policy experts pulled together a critical resource for our trans community: The Trans Survival Guide.    Given the upcoming administration’s anti-trans track record, our trans community is preparing f…

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  Advocates 4 Trans Equality · [email protected]

November 21, 2024 at 9:21 PM

For You, The 2024 Trans Survival Guide

A 17-page guide to address political and legal attacks on trans people John,  Our team of legal and policy experts pulled together a critical resource for our trans community: The Trans Survival Guide.    Given the upcoming administration’s anti-trans track record, our trans community is preparing f…

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  Andrea Hong Marra & Rodrigo Heng Lehtinen · [email protected]

November 7, 2024 at 12:59 AM

We are prepared to weather this storm

               John,   There are no words that will make this easy. The presidential race being called for Trump is not what we wanted. This loss is gut-wrenching, but you are not alone. We are all hurting today. So many are frightened about what a second Trump presidency will mean for our lives and…

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  Andrea Hong Marra & Rodrigo Heng Lehtinen · [email protected]

November 7, 2024 at 12:59 AM

We are prepared to weather this storm

               John,   There are no words that will make this easy. The presidential race being called for Trump is not what we wanted. This loss is gut-wrenching, but you are not alone. We are all hurting today. So many are frightened about what a second Trump presidency will mean for our lives and…

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  Advocates for Trans Equality (formerly NCTE) · [email protected]

October 24, 2024 at 6:27 PM

Join Our Harris-Walz Virtual Rally – Let’s Make These Last 11 Days Count!

Join Zooey Zephyr, the trans community, and allies tonight to help elect Kamala Harris and Tim Walz! Hello friend!With only 11 days left until Election Day, now is the time for us to come together, rally our community, and ensure we’re all mobilized and ready to cast our votes for the Harris-Walz ti…

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  Advocates for Trans Equality (formerly NCTE) · [email protected]

October 15, 2024 at 5:08 PM

Join Zooey Zephyr Tonight and Help Elect Kamala Harris

Join Zooey Zephyr, the trans community, and allies tonight to help elect Kamala Harris and Tim Walz!                  Hello friend,  We are less than A MONTH from Election Day and we want to invite you to join Zooey Zephyr and the trans community to call voters and help elect Kamala Harris! Can you …

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  Advocates for Trans Equality (formerly NCTE) · [email protected]

October 15, 2024 at 5:08 PM

Join Zooey Zephyr Tonight and Help Elect Kamala Harris

Join Zooey Zephyr, the trans community, and allies tonight to help elect Kamala Harris and Tim Walz!                  Hello friend,  We are less than A MONTH from Election Day and we want to invite you to join Zooey Zephyr and the trans community to call voters and help elect Kamala Harris! Can you …

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  Advocates for Trans Equality (formerly NCTE) · [email protected]

October 8, 2024 at 4:04 PM

Volunteer for 1.5 Hours Tonight to Help Elect Kamala Harris

Join the the trans community and allies tonight, October 8th to call voters to help elect Kamala Harris and Tim Walz!                  Hello friend, We are LESS THAN A MONTH from Election Day and getting involved in the election is more critical than ever! Can you spare 1.5 hours tonight to make a d…

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  Advocates for Trans Equality (formerly NCTE) · [email protected]

October 2, 2024 at 10:25 PM

Only 5 Week Until Election Day!

Early voting has started in some states! Help call voters to help elect Kamala Harris and Tim Walz!                  Hello friend, We are 5 weeks away from Election Day and early voting has started in some states!  Getting involved in the election is more critical than ever and we hope you join thou…

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  Advocates for Trans Equality (formerly NCTE) · [email protected]

October 2, 2024 at 10:25 PM

Only 5 Week Until Election Day!

Early voting has started in some states! Help call voters to help elect Kamala Harris and Tim Walz!                  Hello friend, We are 5 weeks away from Election Day and early voting has started in some states!  Getting involved in the election is more critical than ever and we hope you join thou…

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  Andrea Hong Marra & Rodrigo Heng Lehtinen · [email protected]

October 2, 2024 at 12:58 AM

Advocates for Trans Equality is now official

The ink is dry. The merger between NCTE and TLDEF is complete.                Dear friends,   We are thrilled to share some incredible news with you today: the ink is finally dry, and the merger between the National Center for Transgender Equality and the Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fu…

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  Andrea Hong Marra & Rodrigo Heng Lehtinen · [email protected]

October 2, 2024 at 12:58 AM

Advocates for Trans Equality is now official

The ink is dry. The merger between NCTE and TLDEF is complete.                Dear friends,   We are thrilled to share some incredible news with you today: the ink is finally dry, and the merger between the National Center for Transgender Equality and the Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fu…

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  Devon Ojeda · [email protected]

September 17, 2024 at 6:47 PM

Take Action Today: Let’s Build Trans Voting Power!

Optional caption and/or attributionHello friend, Today is National Voter Registration Day! We know the stakes of this election and we know our powerful trans voices are. Together, we can build the voting power of trans people and our allies to make sure our community is heard loud and clear. Regist…

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  Devon Ojeda · [email protected]

September 17, 2024 at 6:47 PM

Take Action Today: Let’s Build Trans Voting Power!

Optional caption and/or attributionHello friend, Today is National Voter Registration Day! We know the stakes of this election and we know our powerful trans voices are. Together, we can build the voting power of trans people and our allies to make sure our community is heard loud and clear. Regist…

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  Advocates for Trans Equality (formerly NCTE) · [email protected]

September 16, 2024 at 6:14 PM

Tomorrow! 9/17 "Trans Folks for Harris-Walz" Phonebank

Make calls with other trans folks and leaders tomorrow to help elect Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in swing states!                  Hello friend,  In case you missed our last email, Advocates for Trans Equality is connecting our community with Get Out the Vote (GOTV) efforts to make a difference in th…

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  Advocates for Trans Equality (formerly NCTE) · [email protected]

September 13, 2024 at 4:34 PM

Less Than 2 Months Until Election Day!

We are officially less than 2 months until Election Day--are you getting involved?                 Hello friend, We are now officially less than 2 months away from Election Day! It’s no secret that this is one of the most historic elections of our lives–and one of the most consequential.  That’s why…

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  Vanessa Ford · [email protected]

September 12, 2024 at 11:09 PM

Your Vote Matters: Do You Know Who’s Running for School Board?

Remember to take action locally for trans and nonbinary students this election year.                Hi John,  Our family is squeezing in those last few days of summer as we head back to school. But that’s not all I’m thinking about as the school year starts: one of my children is transgender—as are …

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  Advocates for Trans Equality (formerly NCTE) · [email protected]

September 9, 2024 at 6:17 PM

Join Us For Tomorrow's Presidential Debate!

You are invited to join Advocates for Trans Equality(A4TE) for our VIRTUAL debate watch party to watch the highly anticipated first debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald J. Trump!                   Join Advocates for Trans Equality for the Presidential Debate Hello…

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  Advocates for Trans Equality (formerly NCTE) · [email protected]

September 9, 2024 at 6:17 PM

Join Us For Tomorrow's Presidential Debate!

You are invited to join Advocates for Trans Equality(A4TE) for our VIRTUAL debate watch party to watch the highly anticipated first debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald J. Trump!                   Join Advocates for Trans Equality for the Presidential Debate Hello…

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  Advocates for Trans Equality (formerly NCTE) · [email protected]

September 4, 2024 at 8:24 PM

Any plans for the upcoming Presidential debate next Tuesday?

You are invited to join Advocates for Trans Equality(A4TE) for our VIRTUAL debate watch party to watch the highly anticipated first debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald J. Trump!                   Join Advocates for Trans Equality for the Presidential Debate Hello …

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  Advocates for Trans Equality (formerly NCTE) · [email protected]

September 4, 2024 at 8:24 PM

Any plans for the upcoming Presidential debate next Tuesday?

You are invited to join Advocates for Trans Equality(A4TE) for our VIRTUAL debate watch party to watch the highly anticipated first debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald J. Trump!                   Join Advocates for Trans Equality for the Presidential Debate Hello …

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  Advocates for Trans Equality · [email protected]

August 13, 2024 at 9:45 PM

OUT NOW! Announcing the "Civic Engagement in the 2022 U.S. Transgender Survey" Report

Our new report provides crucial insight into trans voting power and the issues that matter to our community. Our latest report, Civic Engagement in the 2022 U.S. Transgender Survey, provides crucial insights into trans voting power and the issues that matter to our community.  And it gives us evide…

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  Advocates for Trans Equality (formerly NCTE) · [email protected]

August 6, 2024 at 10:40 PM

Join Our Trans Folks for Harris Zoom Call!

Be part of a historic moment as we come together to support Kamala Harris for President! Sign Up for the "Trans Folks for Harris" Community Call!                   Join Advocates for Trans Equality for an Unforgettable Event! Be part of a historic moment as we come together to support Kamala Harri…

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  Advocates for Trans Equality (formerly NCTE) · [email protected]

July 15, 2024 at 10:01 PM

Volunteer for A4TE!

A4TE has launched, and we are growing! Dear Friend - A4TE has launched, and we are growing! We have a big election in front of us, and a lot of work to do, and we invite you, as a supporter of trans equality to get more involved with us!  We are actively seeking volunteers from diverse backgrounds i…

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  Advocates for Trans Equality (formerly NCTE) · [email protected]

July 15, 2024 at 10:00 PM

Volunteer for A4TE!

A4TE has launched, and we are growing! Dear Friend - A4TE has launched, and we are growing! We have a big election in front of us, and a lot of work to do, and we invite you, as a supporter of trans equality to get more involved with us!  We are actively seeking volunteers from diverse backgrounds i…

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  NCTE Action Fund · [email protected]

May 31, 2024 at 9:42 PM

$34 for Trans Equality

Hello John,   I know you heard a lot from us this week with Give Out Day happening, but we just couldn’t miss the opportunity to make one more ask.   We are asking you to donate $34 or more today to support the NCTE Action Fund. Making it a monthly gift would be even better. Donate now! Maybe you d…

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  Jami Westerhold, NCTE · [email protected]

May 30, 2024 at 10:00 PM

RE: Last Day to Donate for Give OUT Day!

Dear John,Just wanted to make sure you saw my email below. Today is the last day to donate to the National Center for Transgender Equality for the very last Give Out Day. Please consider donating $20 to NCTE today to continue our 20 years of fighting for trans rights to keep our work going strong mo…

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  Jami Westerhold, NCTE · [email protected]

May 30, 2024 at 3:25 PM

Last Day to Donate for Give OUT Day!

Dear John, I know you know it’s a pivotal time for the trans community.  You know that the hundreds of bills introduced are intended to prevent us from living as our authentic selves by depriving us of access to life-saving healthcare, accurate identity documents, and full participation in society.…

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  Jami Westerhold, NCTE · [email protected]

May 30, 2024 at 3:25 PM

Last Day to Donate for Give OUT Day!

Dear John, I know you know it’s a pivotal time for the trans community.  You know that the hundreds of bills introduced are intended to prevent us from living as our authentic selves by depriving us of access to life-saving healthcare, accurate identity documents, and full participation in society.…

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  Jami Westerhold, NCTE · [email protected]

May 28, 2024 at 7:00 PM

Help Stop Attacks on Trans People

John,  It’s a pivotal time for the trans community. We’ve already seen hundreds of anti-LGBTQ bills introduced in state legislatures across the country—most attacking the livelihood of trans folks. And we’re asking you to take a minute to donate $20 to support the National Center for Transgender Eq…

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