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A first-of-its-kind study by renowned Texas economist Dr. Ray Perryman, commissioned by the business coalition Texas Competes (a project of Equality Texas) has been released. The study examines the expected economic impacts of a statewide, comprehensive nondiscrimination law covering employment, housing, and public spaces for LGBTQ Texans and visitors. The

We stand in solidarity with the Texas Legislative Black Caucus who we work closely with during the Texas Legislative Session. These fierce leaders are committed to addressing the issues African Americans face across Texas and we are committed to working with all of them to fight discrimination, racism, and create real

“If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor.” Those words, written over 30 years ago by Archbishop Desmond Tutu, remind us that indifference can never bridge the divide of hate. And, today, they should serve as a call to action to all of

Austin, Texas – May 12, 2020- Equality Texas, the largest statewide organization solely dedicated to securing full equality for LGBTQ Texans, today released a statement from CEO Ricardo Martinez on the death of Aimee Stephens, a Plaintiff in the Title VII Employment Discrimination Cases Pending Before the U.S. Supreme Court.

Austin, Texas – May 8, 2020- Equality Texas, the largest statewide organization solely dedicated to securing full equality for LGBTQ Texans, today released a statement from CEO Ricardo Martinez regarding the murder of a transgender woman in San Antonio. “We are devastated to hear about the act of violence suffered

Equality Texas and GLSEN Austin recently joined up to discuss the many efforts being made to ensure that K-12 schools are safe, inclusive, and affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ youth. Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, we are now figuring out how to extend these supports beyond the physical school walls. Our Equality