Narissa Rahaman · [email protected]

November 5, 2025 at 12:01 AM

No matter the outcome-- we've got us

Patience is key on election night.     If you are experiencing complex emotions around incoming election results LGBTQ+ affirming mental health support is available through entities such as Trans Lifeline (877-565-8860), the Trevor Project (call 1-866-488-7386 or text S…

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  Equality Virginia · [email protected]

November 4, 2025 at 11:01 AM

🌈 🗳️ TODAY is Election Day! Cast your ballot for equality!

Polls open at 6:00 AM and close at 7:00 PM!   John,  Today is Election Day..This election comes at a critical time. Many families across Virginia are struggling to afford housing, food, and healthcare. Federal uncertainty has disrupted the lives of workers, and ICE has upended families and communiti…

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  Equality Virginia · [email protected]

September 29, 2025 at 10:50 PM

Rising threats. Our commitment remains.

We’re standing strong for our safety and collective democracy.  John,  On Thursday, September 25, the White House issued a memorandum on political violence. The memo provides a broad framework for investigating individuals, organizations, funders, and other networks that the administration believes …

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  Equality Virginia · [email protected]

August 13, 2025 at 8:22 PM

Virginians are working together to protect marriage equality

No matter what the Supreme Court decides to do   John, Headlines can be scary. We all have limited capacity to process the onslaught of headlines, and figure out how best to respond.  In 2015, Kim Davis, then a county clerk in Kentucky, refused to issue a marriage license to same-sex couples and ins…

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  Equality Virginia · [email protected]

July 28, 2025 at 7:03 PM

July 2025 Monthly Update

  John,  The amount of breaking news coming out of Washington, D.C. is overwhelming and exhausting by design. But remember, you’re not alone! The Equality Virginia team is continuing to track federal policies, gather resources, and work with our legal and national partners to assess the impacts on …

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  Equality Virginia · [email protected]

July 4, 2025 at 4:57 PM

This 4th of July, there’s nothing to celebrate. So we organize.

We’re living through a moment of deep political crisis. But we’ve been here before- and our community has always responded with courage, care, and collective power.   John, How do we celebrate “Independence Day” when our health, safety, and freedoms are under attack?Our lives—and the lives of our lo…

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  Jim Obergefell · [email protected]

June 26, 2025 at 4:00 PM

Marriage Equality 10 Years Later

Marrying John was one of the happiest days of my life, second only to the day marriage equality became legal for our entire country.   John, Ten years ago today, I was sitting in the Supreme Court fighting for my husband, John, and for queer couples like us across the nation.  Before sharing our st…

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  Equality Virginia · [email protected]

June 18, 2025 at 6:51 PM

SCOTUS just failed trans youth. We won’t.

A 6-3 decision just put transgender youth at even greater risk. Here’s what we can do in Virginia.  John,  This morning, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a devastating decision in U.S. v. Skrmetti, upholding Tennessee's harmful ban on gender-affirming hormone therapy for transgender youth. Let’s be cle…

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  Ariana at Equality Virginia · [email protected]

May 14, 2025 at 5:25 PM

🌈Volunteer with Equality Virginia at Pride events across Virginia!🌈

This year, Pride is more than a party 🌈 Volunteer with Equality Virginia at PRIDE events across Virginia!  🌈 Pride season is here –and we’d love your help representing Equality Virginia at festivals across the state!  This year, Pride is more than a party (though we love the glitter!) It’s a chance…

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  Equality Virginia · [email protected]

May 12, 2025 at 8:44 PM

Take Action: Submit a Comment to Defend Trans Virginians

A dangerous petition aims to target trans women and misuses public health regulations. Submit your comment by May 26.  John,  The Family Foundation, a Christian, anti-LGBTQ organization, has filed a petition with the Virginia Regulatory Town Hall asking the Virginia Board of Health to amend regulati…

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  Equality Virginia · [email protected]

May 2, 2025 at 4:23 PM

Trans youth deserve care, not political attacks

HHS report promotes "conversion therapy" and discredits best practice healthcare  John,  This week, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a “so-called report” that pushes “conversion therapy” and calls into question the legitimacy of gender affirming health care for transgender …

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  JaiVyn, EV · [email protected]

May 1, 2025 at 3:53 PM

You're Invited: Power With Pride – A House Party for Equality Virginia with 🌈

    Hi John We’re excited to invite you to a special gathering in support of Equality Virginia—an evening to celebrate our progress, build community, and strengthen our shared commitment to LGBTQ+ equality. We’ll be joined by Equality Virginia’s Executive Director and VA Senator …

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  [Equality Virginia] Ariana Hamidi · [email protected]

April 28, 2025 at 9:43 PM

Take Action for Trans Athletes!

Fight back Against VHSL’s anti-trans policy changesFight Back Against VHSL's Anti-Trans Policy Changes  John,  On February 10th, the Virginia High School League (VHSL) Executive Committee called a last-minute meeting to discuss their response to President Trump’s executive order targeting transgende…

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  JaiVyn · [email protected]

April 21, 2025 at 3:19 PM

Fresh Beginnings & Exciting Updates This Spring!

  Great day John , Happy Spring! As the flowers bloom and the days grow longer, we're embracing the spirit of renewal and fresh beginnings here at Equality Virginia. It's a time for growth and looking ahead, and we're excited to share some important updates with you, our valued sup…

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  Equality Virginia · [email protected]

April 8, 2025 at 3:34 PM

Join Us! Fight back at our Rise & Resist organizing events!

Find community and your place in the movement! John,  We’re hitting the road and hosting LGBTQIA+ Organizing Sessions to build power across Virginia! Time and again, when our community’s rights are threatened, we have resisted, organized, and built an intersectional movement that refuses to be ignor…

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  [Equality Virginia] Kyleigh Hynes · [email protected]

April 3, 2025 at 10:02 PM

Fight Back Against Federal Attacks!

Join a “Hands Off!” rally near you!Fight Back Against Federal Attacks!  John,  I want to share an action opportunity with you! You may have heard that a coalition of progressive organizations in the U.S. are joining together on April 5th for a nationwide mass action called “Hands Off!” to defend our…

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  Narissa, Equality Virginia · [email protected]

March 28, 2025 at 5:22 PM

Spring into action with Equality Virginia!

Here’s what you need to know before we close out March  John,  Spring is here! Warmer temperatures! Blooming flowers! Post-legislative session accountability!  Here’s what you need to know before we close out March. Governor Youngkin has been busy not prioritizing the safety & dignity of LGBTQIA…

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  JaiVyn · [email protected]

March 24, 2025 at 3:59 PM

Top Secret Birthday Mission! ( Don't Tell Narissa )

  Hey John ! Okay, so Narissa, our Executive Director, does know it's her birthday this week, and she is aware of a fundraising goal. But what she doesn't know is that I've commandeered the Equality Virginia email to give her a little extra birthday love! Think of me as a rogue a…

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  [Equality Virginia] Kyleigh Hynes · [email protected]

March 19, 2025 at 6:30 PM

Take Action on HB 2769!

Urge Governor Youngkin to protect healthcare access in Virginia Urge Governor Youngkin to Protect Healthcare Access in Virginia  John,  The 2025 General Assembly session wrapped up on February 22nd, and we’ve been in the Governor’s Action window since then. After each legislative session ends, the G…

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