Georgia Equality

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Georgia's largest advocacy organization working to advance fairness, safety, and opportunity for LGBTQ+ people, our allies, and all living with HIV. 🏳️‍🌈✨🏳️‍⚧️

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Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· 12d

ICYMI: This week, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution highlighted the impact of SB 195, our newly passed law to expand access to PrEP and PEP for HIV prevention. GA Equality proudly facilitates the RxEACH GA Coalition and has advocated for this for many years. Read: editions.ajc.com/shortcode/AJ...

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· 13d

Last call! TOMORROW is our all-gender, all-ages Field Day! Join us at Central Park in Atlanta on Thursday 7/30! Family fun zone starts at 6pm for all ages. Register for the event at: bit.ly/let-kids-play

Illustrated event flyer with playful summer-themed graphics including a sun, clouds, bees, flowers, and leaves. Large headline reads, “Let Kids Play! FIELD DAY.” Subheading: “An All-Gender, All-Ages Inclusive Day of Fun.” Event details: “July 30 | 6–10 pm.” Location: “Central Park, 400 Merritts Ave NE, Atlanta.” Registration link: “bit.ly/let-kids-play.” Logos at the bottom include Georgia Equality, Trans Joy, Lambda Legal, GA Voices United, This Doesn’t Define Me, and Stonewall Sports Atlanta.

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· 14d

Don't forget! On Thursday, GA Equality is proud to host a joint training with the Atlanta EEOC Office focused on workplace rights, protections, & opportunities for LGBTQ+ people. All community members interested in workplace equity should join this virtual event! Register: bit.ly/eeoc-training

Flyer promoting a virtual EEOC training hosted by Georgia Equality in partnership with the Atlanta EEOC Office. Headline: "EEOC Training." Tagline: "Know Your Rights. Build a Fairer Future." The training focuses on workplace rights, protections, and opportunities for LGBTQ and minority communities. The event takes place Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM (EST). Key topics include: Know Your Rights—learn about federal laws that protect against workplace discrimination; Empower Your Community—share resources that uplift and protect; and Virtual & Accessible—attend from anywhere. A note states the training is intended for LGBTQ people, people of color, and anyone interested in workplace equity and justice. Registration link: https://bit.ly/eeoc-training. The flyer includes Georgia Equality and U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission logos, rainbow accent bars, and icons representing a calendar, justice scales, community, a computer, and the web.

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· 15d

The team at Georgia Equality is finally settling back in after an inspiring week at the Equality Federation's annual Leadership Conference! This year, we explored beautiful Baltimore, MD, while also leading workshops about our work in Georgia.

A screenshot of a photobooth strip with the Georgia Equality staff in front of a gold background

Two Georgia Equality staff members smiling in front of a slideshow titled, "Trans Apologetics: A Movement Framework for Responding to Weaponized Christianity."

Panelists including a Georgia Equality staff member smiling in front of an introductory slide.

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· 21d

ATTN Macon-area folks! Next week, Georgia Equality is excited to host a community town hall in Macon for community members, healthcare professionals, pharmacists, advocates, & other stakeholders to discuss the future of HIV prevention in Georgia. Join us on 7/29. Register: bit.ly/macon-townhall

Promotional graphic for a Macon Community Town Hall titled “The Future of HIV Prevention in Georgia,” hosted by Georgia Equality. The event is Wednesday, July 29, from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Marriott Macon City Center, Oak Room, 240 Coliseum Drive, Macon, Georgia. The town hall will bring together community members, healthcare professionals, pharmacists, advocates, and other stakeholders to discuss SB195, expanding access to PrEP and PEP through participating pharmacies, and advancing HIV prevention and health equity in Georgia. RSVP at bit.ly/macon-townhall.

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· 26d

In response to last month's SCOTUS decision in BPJ and Hecox, GA Equality– along with our partners– are hosting an all-gender, all-ages Field Day! Join us at Central Park in Atlanta on Thursday 7/30! Register for the event at: bit.ly/let-kids-play @lambdalegal.org @transjoyusa.bsky.social

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· 28d

Today is Non-Binary People's Day, a day to recognize and honor the unique experiences of non-binary people and to celebrate gender diversity. Non-binary friends and siblings, we see you, we hear you, and we celebrate you this week and every week! 💛💜🖤

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jul 8

We are deeply saddened to share the passing of Larry Pellegrini, beloved mentor & advocate. Larry made history as one of the first openly gay lobbyists at the GA State Capitol, paving the way for generations of advocates. We are grateful to be a part of Larry's legacy, & he will be sorely missed.

A memorial graphic for Larry Pellegrini. The background is a photo of Larry wearing a black button-up shirt. Text reads in the top corner, "In loving memory of," with a large, calligraphy script reading Larry Pellegrini. At the bottom reads, "Honoring a legacy of 30+ years of advocacy, service, & mentorship."

A black graphic with a quote from Jeff Graham, executive director of Georgia Equality. At the bottom is a photo of Larry and Jeff at a group dinner smiling together. The quote reads,

"It's with a heavy heart that I share the passing of Larry Pellegrini. For the past several years, Larry has worked with the Southern Poverty Law Center as a legislative advisor, though Larry's work at the capitol and advocacy within the LGBTQ+ community goes back decades.

My earliest memories of Larry come from his time as a member of Queer Nation and the work they did to fight employment discrimination by Cracker Barrel. Larry’s leadership contributed to national attention to these discriminatory practices and helped to organize multiple demonstrations against the restaurant chain.

One of my favorite memories of Larry was on Peachtree Street outside of the offices of the health department. While several of us blocked traffic in protest of inhumane HIV policies, Larry stood guard negotiating with police for our safety as we were dragged off to jail.

Larry was the first political director hired by Georgia Equality in 1997.

In that role, he helped to mentor me and as we organized a multi-year campaign that led to increasing state funding for the AIDS Drug Assistance Program.

Larry was there as a trusted advisor and friend when I first came to Georgia Equality in 2008– introducing me to legislators and helping to secure funding for our voter engagement work during a critical election year.

Trusted advisor. Mentor. Friend. That's how so many of us will remember Larry: with fondness and appreciation.

Rest in power, dear friend.”

A black graphic with two photos of Larry. At the top is a young Larry wearing shorts and an American flag t-shirt, while holding a sign that reads, "QUEER NATION ATLANTA." At the bottom is a more recent photo of Larry at a rally for gay marriage, holding a sign that reads, "Georgia families can't wait for marriage."

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jul 8

📞 Take action: Call the Atlanta ICE Field Office today Call script available at: bit.ly/freepaulinetoolkit ➡ Sign the petition to #FreePauline at: bit.ly/paulinepetition #FreePaulineBinam #StopTheDeportation #BlackMigrantsMatter

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Use the toolkit to take action to demand the release of Pauline Binam: bit.ly/freepaulinetoolkit

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jul 8

ACTION ALERT: Today, Georgia Equality joined partners in demanding the release of Pauline Binam. Pauline is a 36-year-old Black migrant, survivor of domestic violence, and single mother who has lived in the U.S. for over 34 years. She’s been detained at Stewart Detention Center for nearly 6 months.

Graphic with the headline, “FREE PAULINE BINAM.” Beneath it, the text reads, “Her body was violated. Now she faces deportation.” A smiling portrait of Pauline Binam appears on the left, wearing a pink top. At the bottom, a white banner says “PAULINE’S STORY” with an arrow pointing to the right, suggesting a link or next slide. The background is black with dark purple abstract shapes. Along the bottom are the logos of the UndocuBlack Network, Black Alliance for Just Immigration (BAJI), Black LGBTQIA+ Migrant Project (BLMP), and Black Detained Lives Matter (BDLM).

Who is Pauline? Pauline came to the US from Cameroon at the age of 2 with her family. In October of 2017, Pauline was detained by ICE at Irwin County Detention Center. While detained, her body was violated by a gynecologist contracted by ICE who removed part of Pauline's fallopian tube without her consent.

#FreePauline

Soon after her experience in Irwin County, she met her abuser, enduring years of physical and emotional violence. Pauline is currently in ICE custody at Stewart Detention Center, where she has been held since December 2025. We demand her immediate release.

We are demanding that the Atlanta ICE Field Office and Stewart Detention Center act now to #FreePauline! We demand that she be reunited with her daughter and receive support for the trauma she has endured.

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jul 6

For Atlanta locals, we're seeking volunteers to help support our Let Kids Play Inclusive Field Day on July 30! Then, our next monthly volunteer night will be on August 5. RSVP for Atlanta-based volunteer events to noel@georgiaequality.org.

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jul 6

Pride month may be over now, but there are still plenty of chances to get involved with community and give back! South Georgia residents can join our virtual volunteer night on July 15! Register for our south GA volunteer night at: tinyurl.com/GEJulyVolunteer

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jul 3

AIDS Walk ATL is coming soon and we couldn't be more excited!! 💥 This year, we will be celebrating our big legislative win which will expand access to HIV prevention! All of the funds raised for us will be MATCHED. Walk with us or support with a donation: aidswalkatlanta.org/goto/gaequality

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jun 30

BREAKING: This morning, the US Supreme Court issued a joint ruling on the cases of Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. BPJ. In a 6-3 ruling, the Court decided to allow state-level bans on transgender athletic participation to stand. Read our statement in response: bit.ly/4oSaEJ6

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jun 25

Have you been procrastinating something? We get it and we don't judge. But this is officially your LAST CALL to secure tickets to Evening for Equality on Saturday! Join us as we celebrate our wins & as we gear up for the fights still ahead. Get your tickets NOW: georgiaequality.org/e4e2026

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jun 24

Georgia Equality was proud to be honored at the first ever Pride Month Proclamation at the Cobb County Board of Commissioners meeting last night! Thank you to Commissioner Erick Allen for your leadership in honoring the contributions and resilience of LGBTQ+ people.

Photo of Georgia Equality staff member with Commissioner Erick Allen and members of the Smyrna Pride team in front of the Cobb County Board of Commissioners seal.

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jun 22

We are proud to announce our honorees for Evening for Equality! Each week, we'll highlight each honoree's contributions to the LGBTQ+ community. Next up is Mayor Van Johnson receiving the Allen Thornell Political Advancement Award. Join the celebration: georgiaequality.org/e4e2026

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jun 19

Today we honor Juneteenth. On June 19, 1865, news of emancipation came to Galveston TX, bringing freedom to some of the last enslaved Black Americans. With Juneteenth being in Pride Month, we also recognize intersections of oppression– how white supremacy has compounded impact on Black LGBTQ folks.

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jun 17

We are excited to congratulate our endorsed candidates who won their run-offs yesterday! Please join us in congratulating @joshforgeorgia.bsky.social, @ruwaromman.bsky.social, & @timoriamcqueen.bsky.social – pro-equality champions who we know will fight tirelessly for the rights of all Georgians.

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jun 16

TODAY is election day for the primary run-off election! If you haven't already voted early, polls will be open until 7:00pm today. Please go vote to help bring it home for these pro-equality champions! Find critical voting info at: mvp.sos.ga.gov Learn more about our endorsements: bit.ly/GEvotes

Graphic of Georgia Equality's election results on a gray gradient background. At the top is Georgia Equality's endorsed candidate badge. A header reads, "ON TO THE RUN-OFFS" next to headshots and a list of candidates in run-off elections:
Lt. Governor: Josh McLaurin
Secretary of State: Dana Barrett
Senate District 7: Ruwa Romman
Senate District 14: Nathalie Kanani
House District 68: Timoria Saba
Fulton County Commission Chair: Robb Pitts (i)
Fulton County Commission D3: Lee Morris
Fulton County Commission D5: Sojourner Grimmett

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jun 15

We are proud to announce our honorees for Evening for Equality! Each week, we'll highlight each honoree's contributions to the LGBTQ+ community. Next up is Dr. David Reznik receiving the Champion for Equality Award. Join the celebration: georgiaequality.org/e4e2026

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jun 12

TODAY is the final day of early voting for the 2026 primary run-off election! If you haven't already voted and aren't able to today, you will need to do so on June 16. Learn more about endorsements facing run-offs at: bit.ly/GEvotes Find early voting times & locations at: mvp.sos.ga.gov

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jun 10

We are proud to announce our honorees for Evening for Equality! Each week, we'll highlight each honoree's contributions to the LGBTQ+ community. Next up is Dee Dee Chamblee receiving the Cheryl Courtney-Evans Award for Trans Activism. Join the celebration: georgiaequality.org/e4e2026

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jun 8

TODAY is the first day of statewide early voting for the primary run-off election! You have until Friday, June 12 to cast your vote early. Early voting times and locations vary by county, so confirm your info: mvp.sos.ga.gov Learn more about our endorsements: bit.ly/GEvotes

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jun 5

We are proud to announce our honorees for Evening for Equality! Each week, we'll highlight each honoree's contributions to the LGBTQ+ community. First up is Rep Park Cannon receiving the Phillip Rush Community Builder Award. Get your tickets to join the celebration: georgiaequality.org/e4e2026

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jun 4

It's Pride Month which means we're all jam-packed with things to do, but you can stay in the loop with it all by signing up for our newsletter! Each month, The Compass rounds up the most important things you need to know. It comes out tomorrow, so sign up now! www.georgiaequality.org/join

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jun 2

Happening Friday! Join GA Equality & partners for a vigil to raise awareness of healthcare funding cuts and how it impacts all of us. Over 15 million Americans are losing their health coverage– the largest coverage loss in US history. We will not be silent as our healthcare is dismantled en masse!

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· Jun 1

Happy Pride, y'all!! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️✨ As we kick off Pride Month, we're celebrating the defeat of all anti-LGBTQ bills in GA and the expansion of access to critical HIV prevention. We've demonstrated that we can come together not only fight back, but we can also achieve proactive wins for our community!

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· May 28

NEWS: The Board of Directors of Georgia Equality is proud to announce its first endorsement for the upcoming general election in November: Keisha Lance Bottoms for Governor of Georgia It's time to elect a pro-equality champion to the highest office in our state! @keishaforga.bsky.social

Georgia Equality@georgiaequality· May 27

Big news!! We are officially ONE month out from our annual gala, Evening for Equality! We've got plenty to celebrate this year, so we hope you will plan to join us! General admission tickets are NOW ON SALE! Secure your tickets at: georgiaequality.org/e4e2026