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Georgia's largest advocacy organization working to advance fairness, safety, and opportunity for LGBTQ+ people, our allies, and all living with HIV. 🏳️‍🌈✨🏳️‍⚧️
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · Dec 3
Hi! 👋 We're Georgia Equality. If you haven't met us yet, we are Georgia's largest and oldest LGBTQ+ advocacy organization.

We work to advance fairness, safety, & opportunity for all LGBTQ+ Georgians, their allies, and all those living with HIV in the state of Georgia. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️❤️

We're excited to be here!
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🚨 TAKE ACTION:

We are asking supporters to PACK THE CAPITOL TOMORROW, February 12, to show our opposition to the dangerously amendments to HB 54 which attack access to medical care for trans Georgians.

Meet us at the State Capitol at 10am tomorrow on the 3rd floor to raise your voice.
Orange advocacy graphic with bold text reading “Pack the Capitol!” and “Show up to oppose the dangerously amended HB 54.” Event details say “Thursday, Feb. 12, 10AM, State Capitol.” A megaphone illustration appears at the top right and a pointing hand at the bottom left. A text box explains that HB 54 was amended to further restrict access to medical care for transgender youth and deny coverage for transgender Georgians of all ages under the State Employee Health Benefit Plan. Georgia Equality logo appears in the bottom right.
February 11, 2026 at 9:08 PM
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🚨 ACTION ALERT: This afternoon, HB 54 was hijacked in the State Senate to restrict access to medical care for trans Georgians, including youth & those of all ages covered by the State Health Benefit Plan.

WE NEED YOUR HELP! Message your House Rep RIGHT NOW: secure.ngpvan.com/ro2Ljem8bkWJ...
Red action-alert graphic with a megaphone illustration and bold white headline reading “Breaking News.” Text states: “Senate votes to approve dangerous amendment to HB 54” and “Contact your House Rep Now.” A text box explains that HB 54 was amended to further restrict access to medical care for transgender youth and deny coverage for transgender Georgians of all ages under the State Employee Health Benefit Plan. The white Georgia Equality logo with the trans pride colors appears in the bottom right.
February 10, 2026 at 7:43 PM
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Bat signal for anyone in Georgia who believes our trans neighbors are human and deserve to be treated as such.
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We need your help NOW! This is being crammed through very quickly.

Please take a minute to message both your State Senator and House Rep NOW before they vote: secure.ngpvan.com/ro2Ljem8bkWJ...

This is yet another shameless attempt to play politics at the expense of transgender Georgians.
Action Alert: Tell your Reps to Reject Anti-Trans Medical Bans
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February 10, 2026 at 6:18 PM
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🚨🚨 BREAKING: Just now, HB 54– a previously good bill addressing healthcare access– was hijacked in the State Senate to include a ban on medical care for transgender Georgians, including youth and those of all ages covered by the State Employee Health Benefit Plan.

🧵 A thread:
February 10, 2026 at 6:15 PM
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🚨 ACTION ALERT:

To easily send a message to your House Rep opposing SB 74 and the criminalization of librarians, click here: secure.ngpvan.com/Yc1dv8o4M0aW...

It's time our lawmakers start focusing on the real issues impacting Georgians' lives and leave scapegoating LGBTQ people in the past!
Action Alert: Tell your State Rep to Oppose Library Censorship!
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February 6, 2026 at 6:36 PM
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Good morning! We're back for part 2 of the House Judiciary Committee's hearing for SB 74 today. They'll be getting started shortly at the same link: vimeo.com/showcase/110...

🧵 Follow along with our live posts here!
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🚨 BREAKING: The House Judiciary Committee is about to hear SB 74, an expansive censorship bill to criminalize librarians for sharing books which contain any remotely sexual content.

🧵 We'll be live posting the hearing here.

You can watch along starting at 4:30pm at: vimeo.com/showcase/110...
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February 6, 2026 at 4:34 PM
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🚨 BREAKING: The House Judiciary Committee is about to hear SB 74, an expansive censorship bill to criminalize librarians for sharing books which contain any remotely sexual content.

🧵 We'll be live posting the hearing here.

You can watch along starting at 4:30pm at: vimeo.com/showcase/110...
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February 5, 2026 at 9:17 PM
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Thank you so much to everyone who joined us at our 2026 AIDS Watch in Georgia HIV Lobby Day today!

Together, we’re making sure that our lawmakers are educated on HIV and prioritizing the 60,000+ Georgians living with HIV ❤️
February 5, 2026 at 5:21 PM
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Heads up! The 2026 Georgia Legislative Session is beginning to speed up now, so now is the time to make sure you're signed up for our action alerts!

Things under the Gold Dome move fast, but Georgia Equality moves faster. Don't miss a thing by signing up at: www.georgiaequality.org/emails
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February 4, 2026 at 8:40 PM
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This Thursday is our annual AIDS Watch Georgia HIV Lobby Day and we hope you're planning to join us. If not, this is your last call to register!

This event is a meaningful opportunity to educate our lawmakers on HIV policy and to personalize this important subject.

Register: bit.ly/AIDSWatch2026
A photo of the Georgia State Capitol's gold dome with a red gradient overlaid. Bold text reads, "AIDS WATCH GEORGIA 2026 HIV LOBBY DAY." Beneath is a red banner with the date: February 5, 2026. In the top corner is the navy blue Georgia Equality logo with the red HIV ribbon in the middle.
February 3, 2026 at 9:05 PM
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February is nearly here, so here are our upcoming volunteer nights for February!

Join us on Wednesday, Feb. 4 and Feb. 18, from 6-9pm in-person in Atlanta. RSVP for more info to noel@georgiaequality.org.
Graphic with a purple-to-pink gradient background announcing “Upcoming Volunteer Nights.” Georgia Equality logo appears in the top right. Three rounded boxes list events: February 4, Volunteer Night, in-person in Atlanta; February 18, Volunteer Night, in-person in Atlanta; and February 18, Volunteer Night, virtual for South Georgia. Decorative star icons appear on the right. Text at the bottom reads: “RSVP to noel@georgiaequality.org for more info” and “Register for South GA Volunteer Night at: bit.ly/southGA.”
January 30, 2026 at 10:32 PM
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Happening next week! Georgia Equality is proud to host our annual AIDS Watch HIV Lobby Day on Thurs, February 5.

Join us for a free training on how to educate state legislators at the Capitol on HIV policy, then talk one-on-one with our elected officials.

Register now: bit.ly/AIDSWatch2026
A photo of the Georgia State Capitol's gold dome with a red gradient overlaid. Bold text reads, "AIDS WATCH GEORGIA 2026 HIV LOBBY DAY." Beneath is a red banner with the date: February 5, 2026. In the top corner is the navy blue Georgia Equality logo with the red HIV ribbon in the middle.
January 28, 2026 at 6:40 PM
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UPDATE: Due to the threat of inclement weather, we have made the decision to switch tomorrow's advocacy training to VIRTUAL ONLY.

Anyone registered for the in-person event MUST additionally register for the virtual option to receive the Zoom information: www.georgiaequality.org/advocacy2026
Graphic promoting a “2026 Advocacy Training” event. Large yellow headline reads “2026 Advocacy Training” on a blue background. Text lists: “Saturday, Jan. 24, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.” A bold yellow diagonal banner says “VIRTUAL ONLY.” An image of the Georgia State Capitol with its gold dome appears on the right. Additional text: “Join to learn about advocacy work in Georgia & to get more involved in the 2026 legislative session!” Bottom includes Georgia Equality logo and registration link: “REGISTER: www.georgiaequality.org/advocacy2026.”
January 23, 2026 at 7:42 PM
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TODAY is ELECTION DAY for Georgia's Senate District 18– covering parts of Macon & Warner Robins!

Polls will be open today until 7pm!

Georgia Equality has endorsed LeMario Brown for Georgia for this race due to his commitment to defending LGBTQ+ rights. Learn more at: georgiaequalitypac.org/sd18
Graphic promoting LeMario Brown for Georgia State Senate District 18. Includes a photo of LeMarion Brown smiling in a blue suit jacket with a plaid shirt. In the top corner is the Georgia Equality 2026 endorsed candidate badge. Text reads, "LEMARIO BROWN for State Senate District 18." The background is green with faint squiggly lines. Map highlighting Georgia State Senate District 18 in grey, outlined in dark gray, covering parts of Macon, Warner Robins, and Forsyth. Text at the top says, 'Live in the selected area?' and at the bottom, 'You’re in a special election!' The Georgia Equality logo appears at the bottom.
January 20, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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Happening in ONE WEEK! Our annual advocacy training is happening on Saturday, January 24.

Participants will get an insider update on the 2026 legislative session, followed by a training on the skills necessary to be an effective advocate!

Register now: georgiaequality.org/advocacy2026/
Promotional graphic with a blue textured background titled “Advocacy Training” in large yellow text. Event details read: “Saturday, Jan. 24, 11:30 AM–4:00 PM.” It lists options to attend in person at Neighborhood Church in Atlanta or virtually via Zoom. Text says, “Join to learn about advocacy work in Georgia & to get more involved in the 2026 legislative session!” On the right is a photo of the Georgia State Capitol with its gold dome and trees in front. Bottom includes the Georgia Equality logo and registration link: “www.georgiaequality.org/advocacy2026.”
January 16, 2026 at 8:51 PM
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Georgia's legislative session kicked off this week, so you already know it's all we'll be talking about for the next months.

Brush up on your legislative knowledge with this helpful explainer carousel!
Georgia Equality graphic with a blue gradient background. Large text reads ‘Legislative Session 101’ with a subtitle: ‘A quick guide to what’s ahead of us right now.’ The Georgia Equality logo appears in the top left, with decorative lines and an arrow icon suggesting navigation. Slide titled ‘01 Overview’ on a blue gradient background. Text explains Georgia’s legislative process: Georgia has a biennial, two-year session that began in 2025, allowing bills from last year to carry over; the legislative session lasts 40 legislative days, typically January through March or early April; and the Georgia General Assembly includes the House and Senate, with 180 House members and 56 Senators. Decorative lines and a navigation arrow appear at the bottom. Slide titled ‘02 Key Dates’ on a blue gradient background. Text reads: This year, session runs January 12 - April 2. Crossover Day (March 6): deadline for all bills to “cross over” to the other chamber in order to be considered during the session. I.e.: all Senate Bills must have crossed over to the House and vice versa. Any bill which did not cross over by the deadline is dead, but their language could show up again as an amendment to another bill. The lead up to Crossover Day is always packed with lots of lawmakers jockeying to make sure their bills make the cut. Sine Die (April 2): the final day of the session. Slide titled ‘03 Getting Involved’ on a blue gradient background. Text reads: Talk to your lawmakers about bills you’re concerned about or supportive of! All lawmakers can be reached via email, which you can find on the General Assembly website. Usually emails follow this format: firstname.lastname@senate.ga.gov or firstname.lastname@house.ga.gov If you’re coming to the Capitol in-person during a session day, you can call your lawmakers ‘on the ropes’ to come speak with you directly. You should always identify yourself as a constituent in any communications with your lawmaker – legislators are much more likely to want to speak with you if they know you live in their district.
January 15, 2026 at 9:01 PM
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With the legislative session underway, GA Equality’s regular volunteer nights are back! Please join us on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 6-9pm in Atlanta.

Please RSVP at least 24 hours in advance to noel@georgiaequality.org if you plan to attend!
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January 14, 2026 at 9:51 PM
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Heads up! Georgia's Senate District 18– covering parts of Macon & Warner Robins– is in a special election!

Early voting ends Friday & election day is Jan 20.

GA Equality endorsed LeMario Brown for this race due to his commitment to defending LGBTQ+ rights. Learn more: georgiaequalitypac.org/sd18
Map highlighting Georgia State Senate District 18 in grey, outlined in red, covering parts of Macon, Warner Robins, and Forsyth. Text at the top says, 'Live in the selected area?' and at the bottom, 'You’re in RUN-special election!' The Georgia Equality logo appears at the bottom. Graphic promoting LeMario Brown for Georgia State Senate District 18. Includes a photo of LeMarion Brown smiling in a blue suit jacket with a plaid shirt. In the top corner is the Georgia Equality 2026 endorsed candidate badge. Text reads, "LEMARIO BROWN for State Senate District 18." The background is green with faint squiggly lines.
January 13, 2026 at 9:09 PM
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Heads up! The 2026 Georgia Legislative Session kicks off next week and now is the time to make sure you're signed up for our action alerts!

Things under the Gold Dome move fast, but Georgia Equality moves faster. Don't miss a thing by signing up at: www.georgiaequality.org/emails
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January 8, 2026 at 10:07 PM
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We did it!! 🎉 With the help of supporters like you, we were able to not only meet our 2025 end of year fundraising goal, but to surpass it.

Together, we raised $38,00 of our $35,00 goal!!

That funding directly supports our vitally important advocacy work.

Thank you from all of us at GA Equality!
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January 6, 2026 at 9:57 PM
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Happy new year from Georgia Equality! ✨🎉🥂
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January 1, 2026 at 3:02 PM
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As we approach the end of the year, we’ve set an urgent goal: raise $35,000 by December 31 to fuel the next chapter of this work. The past few years have been tough, and we expect 2026 to be no different.

Please make a donation now to help us reach our goal. Give now: bit.ly/GEgive
Graphic celebrating Georgia Equality’s 30th anniversary. At the top is a ‘30’ logo filled with rainbow colors and the Georgia state outline, with text reading ‘Georgia Equality – Celebrating 30 Years.’ Center text says, ‘The greatest gift of all… EQUALITY,’ with ‘Equality’ emphasized in large bold letters. Below is a rainbow-colored fundraising thermometer showing progress toward a goal of $35,000, currently marked at $27,460. At the bottom, text reads, ‘Your gift is more critical than ever before.’
December 31, 2025 at 11:19 PM
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Georgia Equality wishes a joyful and meaningful Kwanzaa to all who are celebrating today!
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December 26, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Merry Christmas to all who are celebrating today! Georgia Equality sends warm wishes for a holiday full of love and light.
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December 25, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Heads up! Georgia Equality's office will be closed for the holidays starting today, December 22, through Friday, January 2.

We look forward to seeing y'all in 2026 after some well-deserved and much-needed rest and rejuvenation. ❤️
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December 22, 2025 at 4:03 PM