Out to Protect
@outtoprotect.bsky.social
Our Mission
To support LGBTQ+ members of law enforcement and to strengthen the relationship between law enforcement and the LGBTQ+ community.
We provide professional development for law enforcement, grants to law enforcement agencies.
To support LGBTQ+ members of law enforcement and to strengthen the relationship between law enforcement and the LGBTQ+ community.
We provide professional development for law enforcement, grants to law enforcement agencies.
We provide hate crimes investigations training for law enforcement at zero cost. www.outtoprotect.org to learn more.
About - Out To Protect Incorporated
We provide professional development for law enforcement, grants for agencies and scholarships to LGBTQ+ recruits.
www.outtoprotect.org
August 9, 2025 at 5:36 PM
We provide hate crimes investigations training for law enforcement at zero cost. www.outtoprotect.org to learn more.
What a week it has been here in Austin for the 4th International LGBTQ+ Criminal Justice Professionals Conference. Austin PD could not have been a better host for us all. Thank you!! 4th World Lgbtqi+ Conference for Criminal Justice Professionals
August 8, 2025 at 3:11 AM
What a week it has been here in Austin for the 4th International LGBTQ+ Criminal Justice Professionals Conference. Austin PD could not have been a better host for us all. Thank you!! 4th World Lgbtqi+ Conference for Criminal Justice Professionals
You heard it first! Early bird registration is now open for the 2026 LGBT Liaison Academy hosted by Palm Springs PD March 31 - April 2, 2026! outtoprotect.org/2026-lgbt-li...
2026 LGBT Liaison Training - Palm Springs - Out To Protect Incorporated
LGBT Law Enforcement Liaison Academy hosted by Palm Springs Police Department March 31 - April 2, 2026. Early bird registration is $400.
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July 6, 2025 at 9:02 PM
You heard it first! Early bird registration is now open for the 2026 LGBT Liaison Academy hosted by Palm Springs PD March 31 - April 2, 2026! outtoprotect.org/2026-lgbt-li...
"Between 2023 and 2024, hate crime events motivated by sexual orientation bias increased by 12.3% from 405 in 2023 to 455 in 2024, anti-transgender bias events increased by 12.3% from 65 in 2023 to 73 in 2024, and anti-LGBTQ+ bias events increased by 13.9% from 2023."
June 28, 2025 at 12:39 AM
"Between 2023 and 2024, hate crime events motivated by sexual orientation bias increased by 12.3% from 405 in 2023 to 455 in 2024, anti-transgender bias events increased by 12.3% from 65 in 2023 to 73 in 2024, and anti-LGBTQ+ bias events increased by 13.9% from 2023."
We pause this week to remember the heroes we lost and to honor all of those who serve and protect.
May 15, 2025 at 2:29 AM
We pause this week to remember the heroes we lost and to honor all of those who serve and protect.
Our thanks to GS-JJ for their donation of logo poker chips for us to use at the International LGBTQ+ Law Enforcement conference in Austin, Texas, this August 5 through 8! www.gs-jj.com
April 23, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Our thanks to GS-JJ for their donation of logo poker chips for us to use at the International LGBTQ+ Law Enforcement conference in Austin, Texas, this August 5 through 8! www.gs-jj.com
Day 2 and 3 of this year's LGBT Liaison Academy! And that's a wrap. What a great year of dedicated and talented participants from 17 different agencies. A special thanks for the San Francisco Police Department for hosting today and the Matthew Shepard Foundation for sponsoring this year's program.
April 20, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Day 2 and 3 of this year's LGBT Liaison Academy! And that's a wrap. What a great year of dedicated and talented participants from 17 different agencies. A special thanks for the San Francisco Police Department for hosting today and the Matthew Shepard Foundation for sponsoring this year's program.
WOW! What an amazing group of dedicated members of law enforcement here with us in Napa! 17 different agencies from across the United States - all committed to building trust together with the LGBTQ+ community. LGBT Liaison Academy - Day 1 is off to an incredible start.
April 17, 2025 at 7:50 PM
WOW! What an amazing group of dedicated members of law enforcement here with us in Napa! 17 different agencies from across the United States - all committed to building trust together with the LGBTQ+ community. LGBT Liaison Academy - Day 1 is off to an incredible start.
We are excited to welcome officers from around the country to Napa Valley for this year's in-person LGBT Liaison Academy! We start tomorrow morning at 8AM - Welcome!
April 16, 2025 at 1:31 PM
We are excited to welcome officers from around the country to Napa Valley for this year's in-person LGBT Liaison Academy! We start tomorrow morning at 8AM - Welcome!
Our sincere thanks to all of the dispatchers out there who stand ready to answer our 9-1-1 calls all year long. We appreciate you.
April 15, 2025 at 1:58 AM
Our sincere thanks to all of the dispatchers out there who stand ready to answer our 9-1-1 calls all year long. We appreciate you.
Ten million reasons why law enforcement needs LGBT awareness training. If you are in California, its required by law - has your agency complied? www.lgbtqnation.com/2025/04/lesb...
Lesbian cop told she needed to be "submissive" to men or sleep with them. She just won $10M. - LGBTQ Nation
The jury awarded her 1/3 of the city's police budget.
www.lgbtqnation.com
April 5, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Ten million reasons why law enforcement needs LGBT awareness training. If you are in California, its required by law - has your agency complied? www.lgbtqnation.com/2025/04/lesb...
Just five days left to claim the last seat in our LGBT Liaison Academy happening April 17-19 in Napa Valley! Registration closes this Friday. outtoprotect.org/2025-lgbt-li...
2025 LGBT Liaison Training - Napa Valley - Out To Protect Incorporated
LGBT Law Enforcement Liaison training hosted by Napa Valley College April 17 through 19, 2025. Registration is $500 for all three days of training and includes all materials.
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March 30, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Just five days left to claim the last seat in our LGBT Liaison Academy happening April 17-19 in Napa Valley! Registration closes this Friday. outtoprotect.org/2025-lgbt-li...
Just 1 seat left! Who's going to join us in Napa next month for this year's LGBT Liaison Academy happening April 17-19. Register today outtoprotect.org/2025-lgbt-li...
2025 LGBT Liaison Training - Napa Valley - Out To Protect Incorporated
LGBT Law Enforcement Liaison training hosted by Napa Valley College April 17 through 19, 2025. Registration is $500 for all three days of training and includes all materials.
outtoprotect.org
March 29, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Just 1 seat left! Who's going to join us in Napa next month for this year's LGBT Liaison Academy happening April 17-19. Register today outtoprotect.org/2025-lgbt-li...
We stand united with the Transgender Community and with our amazing partners at TCOPS. For our law enforcement colleagues, please reach out for the support you deserve. tcops-international.org
March 22, 2025 at 2:40 PM
We stand united with the Transgender Community and with our amazing partners at TCOPS. For our law enforcement colleagues, please reach out for the support you deserve. tcops-international.org
Last day to register for the LGBT Liaison Academy happening April 17-19 in Napa Valley is Friday, April 4th. We have just 5 seats left! outtoprotect.org/2025-lgbt-li...
2025 LGBT Liaison Training - Napa Valley - Out To Protect Incorporated
LGBT Law Enforcement Liaison training hosted by Napa Valley College April 17 through 19, 2025. Registration is $500 for all three days of training and includes all materials.
outtoprotect.org
March 19, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Last day to register for the LGBT Liaison Academy happening April 17-19 in Napa Valley is Friday, April 4th. We have just 5 seats left! outtoprotect.org/2025-lgbt-li...
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March 16, 2025 at 11:03 PM
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Do you think all law enforcement officers should receive LGBT awareness training? We do! And we need your help to provide this essential training to every officer in all 18,000 agencies. Join our team with a monthly contribution. outtoprotect.org/donate/
Make A Donation - Out To Protect Incorporated
Out To Protect Incorporated is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization. All donations made to Out To Protect are fully tax deductible.
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March 15, 2025 at 2:52 AM
Do you think all law enforcement officers should receive LGBT awareness training? We do! And we need your help to provide this essential training to every officer in all 18,000 agencies. Join our team with a monthly contribution. outtoprotect.org/donate/
wyofile.com/jason-marsde... Jason Marsden was a good friend and huge supporter of our work and partnership with the Matthew Shepard Foundation. He will be remembered as a brilliant speaker, passionate activist, and kind heart.
Jason Marsden remembered as respected reporter, Wyoming pioneer of gay rights - WyoFile
After growing up in Sheridan and attending Harvard, he reported for the Casper Star-Tribune, then led the Matthew Shepard Foundation.
wyofile.com
March 13, 2025 at 12:34 AM
wyofile.com/jason-marsde... Jason Marsden was a good friend and huge supporter of our work and partnership with the Matthew Shepard Foundation. He will be remembered as a brilliant speaker, passionate activist, and kind heart.
Seats are still available in the LGBT Liaison Academy happening 4/17-4/19. Register at outtoprotect.org/2025-lgbt-li...
2025 LGBT Liaison Training - Napa Valley - Out To Protect Incorporated
LGBT Law Enforcement Liaison training hosted by Napa Valley College April 17 through 19, 2025. Early bird registration $300.
outtoprotect.org
March 8, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Seats are still available in the LGBT Liaison Academy happening 4/17-4/19. Register at outtoprotect.org/2025-lgbt-li...
Last day of early bird registration for the LGBT Liaison Academy happening April 17-19 in Napa Valley. Rates go up tomorrow, so register now at outtoprotect.org/2025-lgbt-li...
2025 LGBT Liaison Training Registration - Out To Protect Incorporated
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March 7, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Last day of early bird registration for the LGBT Liaison Academy happening April 17-19 in Napa Valley. Rates go up tomorrow, so register now at outtoprotect.org/2025-lgbt-li...
Early bird registration ends tomorrow for this year's LGBT Liaison Academy happening April 17-19 in Napa. Register now to save! outtoprotect.org/2025-lgbt-li...
2025 LGBT Liaison Training - Napa Valley - Out To Protect Incorporated
LGBT Law Enforcement Liaison training hosted by Napa Valley College April 17 through 19, 2025. Early bird registration $300.
outtoprotect.org
March 6, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Early bird registration ends tomorrow for this year's LGBT Liaison Academy happening April 17-19 in Napa. Register now to save! outtoprotect.org/2025-lgbt-li...
Bluesky is our official social media platform of choice. We do not endorse using social media that condones or allows hate speech, promotes the spread of false information, or that does not reflect our values of equality.
March 6, 2025 at 3:26 AM
Bluesky is our official social media platform of choice. We do not endorse using social media that condones or allows hate speech, promotes the spread of false information, or that does not reflect our values of equality.
We are already 10% toward our fundraising goal for 2025. Join Team 18,000! and be part of making no-cost LGBT awareness and hate crimes investigations training available to law enforcement across the United States. www.outtoprotect.org/donate/ or text OUTTOPROTECT to 53-555
About - Out To Protect Incorporated
We provide professional development for law enforcement, grants for agencies and scholarships to LGBTQ+ recruits.
www.outtoprotect.org
February 27, 2025 at 4:54 AM
We are already 10% toward our fundraising goal for 2025. Join Team 18,000! and be part of making no-cost LGBT awareness and hate crimes investigations training available to law enforcement across the United States. www.outtoprotect.org/donate/ or text OUTTOPROTECT to 53-555
Federal funding for LGBT awareness and hate crimes training has been eliminated. Become part of "Team 18000" and be part of providing no-cost training to law enforcement throughout the U.S. www.outtoprotect.org/donate/
February 26, 2025 at 4:55 AM
Federal funding for LGBT awareness and hate crimes training has been eliminated. Become part of "Team 18000" and be part of providing no-cost training to law enforcement throughout the U.S. www.outtoprotect.org/donate/