The largest statewide nonprofit fighting for equality for LGBTQIA+ Texans

Texas is home for all of us. We’re building a state where LGBTQIA+ Texans can thrive and prosper.

Our Work

We understand that our power comes from the strength, care, and passion of our community. When LGBTQIA+ Texans and their allies are empowered to advocate for change, nothing is impossible. These six pillars are foundational in our work to build a state where all Texans can thrive.

Organize

Organizing communities across the state to speak up for equality

Educate

Educating the public about current events and pending legislation

Analyze

Analyzing policy and educating lawmakers about LGBTQIA+ issues

Advocate

Advocating for LGBTQIA+ rights at state and local hearings

Train

Training leaders in every corner of the state to fight for human rights

Connect

Connecting Texans with the tools to respond to discrimination

Building a Texas for All Texans

Since 1978, we have been working to build tools and resources that enable Texans to engage in the civic process. From leadership programs to real-time bill tracking, our work centers on public education, skill-building, and on-the-ground organizing in the fight against anti-LGBTQIA+ extremism.

Equality Leaders

This 6-month leadership program allows those most impacted by anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation to learn about the legislative process, build concrete skills for advocacy, and craft their stories.

2023 Legislative Scorecard

Find out where your representatives stand on LGBTQIA+ equality in Texas and gain deeper insight into what happens under the dome during a legislative session.

LGBTQIA+ Legislative Bill Tracker

Keep track of bills that impact the LGBTQIA+ community during the legislative session.

Fund the fight for LGBTQIA+ rights!

We need your help to have the necessary tools and resources to combat discriminatory policies aimed at the LGBTQIA+ community.

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Recent News

Texas House Votes to Repeal Sodomy Ban

Today House Bill 1738 passed a major landmark in the Texas House. House Bill 1738 would update Texas Law to follow 2003 US Supreme Court precedent in Lawrence v. Texas, which overturned the Texas law banning private, same-sex relationships.

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Texas AG Issues Opinion on Gender Markers

Today Attorney General Ken Paxton issued a legal opinion stating that court orders from state judges instructing state agencies to update individual’s gender markers are invalid. Paxton also instructed state agencies to undo any updates to ID documents based on such court orders.

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