Join us TOMORROW, Tuesday, March. 10th, to have fun and connect with change-makers. Take action together and then enjoy food, games, and a good time.
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In Michigan, we have several layers of legal protections to ensure IDs remain accurate, valid, and secure. Sign our petition today to stand with our neighbors and get involved in the work here in Michigan to protect all LGBTQ+ folks.
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Trans Kansas had their IDs invalidated overnight, for no other reason than that they are trans. EQMI stands in solidarity with our community members and advocacy groups on the ground in Kansas. Trans people are our neighbors, friends, and family members, and they deserve so much better than this.
2025 was a unique year with many unprecedented moments. Together, we not only held the line but helped those who needed it the most.
Learn more about our impact: bit.ly/eqmiir25
Last night, Gov. Whitmer delivered her 2026 State of the State. In her final year, Gov. Whitmer highlights that Michigan is a home for all people. That she will continue to be an active ally who fights for LGBTQ+ freedom and safety
Join us TOMORROW, Thursday, Feb. 26th, to have fun and connect with change-makers. Take action together and then enjoy food, games, and a good time.
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Joining Attorney General Nessel in signing this agreement are the attorneys general of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawai‘i, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, and Wisconsin.
This funding supports ensuring that students from low-income families have the same access to high-quality education as their peers; highly skilled and dedicated teachers; fund programming for non-native speakers to learn English; & help vulnerable children in foster care & without housing.
This is why we keep fighting!
This agreement protects more than $1 billion in congressionally mandated financial support that the Department provides to Michigan each year for a wide variety of needs related to children and education.
ICYMI - The DOJ opened an investigation into 3 Michigan public school districts for inclusion of “sexual orientation and gender ideology” content in the districts’ K-12 curricula.
Read More: https://bit.ly/4saIfyE
Join our Anything But Cis group in Marquette on Tuesday, Feb. 24th @ 6:30 pm. Connect with intergenerational community for trans/gender-diverse folks.
Alongside these challenges are meaningful opportunities to make the U.P. a safer, more affirming place for queer and trans people.
Read More: equalitymi.org/our-work-in-...
While we are all Michiganders, there are specific challenges that the Upper Peninsula faces due to their unique environment. LGBTQIA2S+ individuals in Michigan’s U.P. face unique social challenges, including geographic isolation, limited access to affirming care, and reduced institutional support.
...over allegations related to instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity.
All kids deserve an education that reflects the diversity of the world they live in, and to learn without fear.
Equality Michigan is deeply disappointed to learn that the US Department of Justice has launched investigations into 3 Michigan school districts (Detroit Public Schools Community District, Lansing School District, and Godfrey-Lee Public Schools)...
Last year, Equality Michigan launched our Rural Pride Collective Coalition, built a new name change program, expanded our Community Education Program, and more! Hear directly from our team on the impact we made in 2025.
Watch Our 2025 Reflections Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Nw8pYL_4Qk
Over the past two years, Equality Michigan has worked to build bridges where there have been significant gaps in resources and connections for the LGBTQ+ community in the UP.
Read More: https://pridesource.com/article/rural-pride-collective-2026
Join us next week, Tuesday, February 17th, for an LGBTQ+ Equality Update. We have partnered with Affirmations to answer community questions about legal and policy items from the last year, insights ahead, and opportunities to engage in 2026.
Sign Up: https://www.mobilize.us/equalitymi/event/897805/
Join us TOMORROW, Wed. Feb. 11, for a special Community Q&A! This event offers a welcoming, inclusive space for LGBTQ+ people, families, and allies to learn more about the rights, protections, and challenges affecting our community today.
Sign Up: https://www.mobilize.us/equalitymi/event/890490/
We have not one, but two phone banks happening TOMORROW, Tuesday, February 10th! Join us in TC, or virtually, to connect with change makers.
Sign Up Today: www.mobilize.us/equalitymi/
There are currently two pending U.S. Supreme Court decisions in cases challenging state laws that aimed to ban transgender people from participating in interscholastic and intercollegiate sports.
While a decision is not expected until spring or early summer, here's what we do know.
RESCHEDULED! Join us TUESDAY, Feb. 10th, to have fun and connect with change makers. Take action together and then enjoy food, games, and a good time.
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Join us next week, Wed. Feb. 11, for a special Community Q&A. This event offers a welcoming, inclusive space for LGBTQ+ people, families, and allies to learn more about the rights, protections, and challenges affecting our community today.
Sign Up: https://www.mobilize.us/equalitymi/event/890490/
Join our latest weekly virtual phone bank tomorrow, Wed. Feb. 4th! These events are one of the most effective ways to build real momentum heading into the midterm elections.
Open to all people! Be a part of the movement: https://www.mobilize.us/equalitymi/event/891725/
Hey TC! Join us Sunday, Feb. 8th, to have fun and connect with change makers. Take action together and then enjoy food, games, and a good time.
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Equality Michigan is entering 2026 with urgency and a deep commitment to showing up for Michiganders in every way possible. Here's what we are focusing on the year ahead!
Donate Today to Support Our Work: https://equalitymi.org/donate/
Join our latest weekly virtual phone bank! These events are one of the most effective ways to build real momentum heading into the midterm elections.
Open to all people! Be a part of the movement: https://www.mobilize.us/equalitymi/event/891725/
Huge thank you for everyone who connected with us at the All Abilities Fair. These community events are so important and we are honored to be a resource for everyone. Don't just take our word for it, check out our resource hub: https://equalitymi.org/lgbtq-resource-hub/
Tomorrow, Friday, January 23rd, EQMI will be at the All Abilities Fair! This event is for community members in search of services related to special needs, mental health, disabilities, and more. Come connect and learn more about the resources available to you.
