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Trans Lawrence Coalition
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TLC works to defend, strengthen, expand & promote the welfare, social life & political rights of trans, nonbinary & gnc people in Lawrence, KS 🏳️‍⚧️
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These past two weeks have been overwhelming. To help get everyone caught up and on the same page, we've just posted our end of the month recap for trans rights in January 2025.

Read it here: tlcks.org/2025/02/02/j...
State of Trans Kansans: January Recap
In only three weeks, it seems as if the world has been flipped upside down. Certainly, we trans people and our allies have understood that we are under attack and have been under attack for quite s…
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Join Loud Light, ACLU of Kansas, and Trans Lawrence Coalition to break down the latest court decisions, rulings, and lawsuits that affect trangender Kansans and their families.

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July 10, 2025 at 12:36 AM
Don't miss Crafternoon, this Thursday, July 3rd!
June 29, 2025 at 2:19 PM
June 29, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Join us in giving back to Food Not Bombs as we help prepare meals at the ECM on Sunday, June 15th! No sign up necessary, just show up around 1pm. Community meal will be around 3:30pm.
June 10, 2025 at 3:29 AM
Res. No. 7599 has OFFICIALLY been pulled from the City Hall meeting today!

Does this mean the fight is over? Absolutely NOT! We must remain vigilant. If anything changes, we will let you know.

But thanks to you all, we know that we are able to respond at a moment's notice.

Keep up the good fight!
May 20, 2025 at 7:38 PM
May 17, 2025 at 5:49 PM
The City Commission wants to erode YOUR rights. Demand they stop Resolution No. 7599!

Join us at the City Hall on Tuesday, May 20th at 5:45 PM to protect Lawrence residents from the rise of fascism.

We look forward to seeing you all next week.

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May 17, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Calling all (bored) gamers! Join us for Board Game Night from 5PM to 9PM.
We will meet at Dragon's Hoard, which is located on 1045 Pennsylvania St.
This open to everyone -- trans or cis ally, young or old. Come unwind and have some fun!
April 20, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Join us for trans gym day on the 3rd Monday every month at 7-8 pm at First Step Fitness, 1729 Bullene Ave. Trans Gym Day monthly classes are offered for free. Donations to First Step Fitness or Trans Lawrence Coalition are greatly appreciated. Donations help make all events possible and sustainable!
April 20, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Come sing your heart out at our monthly karaoke night at Lucia!

Karaoke goes from 6 - 9 PM. All ages welcome. Please note that some songs may feature adult language and themes.
April 20, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Trans Lawrence Coalition is proud to announce the opening of our Mutual Aid Fund. We are now providing up to $100 of one time financial support to trans Lawrence residents. If you or someone you know could benefit from a little financial support, please fill out the form:
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April 20, 2025 at 2:32 AM
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My latest piece, written for the Kettering Foundation.

I urge organizations, nonprofits, and companies to end the cycle of over compliance with Trump threats, and show how doing so ushers in fascism.

Some lessons from what we have seen in the trans community.

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Do Not Comply: A Lesson from the Last Three Months of Anti-Trans Attacks
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April 14, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Join Trans Lawrence Coalition at the Dragon's Hoard on the Monday, April 7th, for whatever table top games you want to play from 4pm-9pm. It's a drop-in/drop-out event, so come and go as you please. Everyone is welcome! Questions? DM on discord to @dev.forbes TLC or @esotericka TLC/Hoard.
April 6, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Come try aerial silks in a trans inclusive & affirming environment! Class is taught by Monroe (they/them) at The Last Carnival circus school here in Lawrence. Discounted cost of only $10. Wednesday, April 9th from 6-7pm. Register below for location information.
www.sihkaanndestroy.com/calendar/
April 6, 2025 at 12:54 AM
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It's that time of year again! That's right: TRANS! RIGHTS! READATHON!!!! 💙🩷🤍

This year, we are partnering with @tlclfk.bsky.social. 5% of ALL our proceeds from March 21-31 will go to the Trans Lawrence Coalition's Mutual Aid Fund, helping all of our trans friends and neighbors here in Lawrence.
March 22, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Spice up your night with a delicious Jamaican burger and turn up the fun with karaoke—flavor and vibes guaranteed! Early Bird Karaoke at Lucia is free for all ages from 6pm-9pm.
March 16, 2025 at 8:13 PM
HB 2311, the anti-LGBTQ+ foster care youth bill, has been scheduled for another hearing on Wednesday, March 12!

Read on for more information on how to stop it:

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SAVE KANSAS FOSTER YOUTH! STOP HB 2311!
HB 2311 Refresher This bill: Prohibits the Department of Children & Families (DCF) from refusing to place an LGBTQ+ foster youth with an unaccepting foster family Permits unaccepting foster par…
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March 6, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Just a little encouragement.
February 28, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Join us Sunday, 3/2/25, at 4 PM at the ECM for a meal and vigil in honor of Tahiry Broom and Sam Nordquist, who had their lives unjustly taken. We owe it to them to band together in solidarity. Let's honor and uplift trans people of color.

Thank Food Not Bombs for providing the meal. Links below.
February 28, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Want to learn more about what we're doing & how to get involved? Come join us at tomorrow's Regular Business Meeting!

We'll meet in-person in Meeting Room A in the Lawrence Public Library from 6:10 to 7 PM. If you can't attend in-person, you can attend via meeting channel on our Discord server.
February 24, 2025 at 9:49 PM
The video recording for the town hall for families of Trans Youth in Kansas is up!
youtu.be/glRdDYoPcN8
Community Town Hall for Families of Trans Youth in Kansas
YouTube video by Campaign for Southern Equality
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February 21, 2025 at 6:19 PM
SB 63 is now the law in Kansas. Our fight is not over yet.

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SB 63 is Law
Gender-affirming care for minors in Kansas is now illegal. All healthcare providers — whether they be physical or mental — are banned from even speaking about trans-related issues with …
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February 18, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Join us for trans gym day on the 3rd Monday every month at 7-8 pm at First Step Fitness. Trans Gym Day monthly classes are offered for free. Donations to First Step Fitness or Trans Lawrence Coalition are greatly appreciated. Donations help make this and other events possible and sustainable!
February 17, 2025 at 7:46 PM
HB 2311 would prohibit the state of Kansas from protecting LGBTQ+ foster parents and children and protect anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination.

Read more about this bill and how to stop it:

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STOP HB 2311!
LGBTQ+ FOSTER PARENTS AND CHILDREN ARE UNDER ATTACK! What is HB 2311? This bill prohibits the Kansas foster care system from maintaining any policy that explicitly protects LGBTQ+ foster parents an…
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February 13, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Reposted by Trans Lawrence Coalition
A new policy banning gender-affirming care for youth under the age of 18 is likely to become law in Kansas soon. That's why advocates are coming together for a virtual event focused on helping families navigate the changing landscape of gender-affirming care

RSVP: southernequality.org/ks-townhall/
February 12, 2025 at 6:22 PM