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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.org · Dec 3
Hi! 👋 We're Georgia Equality. If you haven't met us yet, we are Georgia's largest and oldest LGBTQ+ advocacy organization.

We work to advance fairness, safety, & opportunity for all LGBTQ+ Georgians, their allies, and all those living with HIV in the state of Georgia. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️❤️

We're excited to be here!
A crowd of activists are gathered for a group photo in front of a historic Atlanta church before stepping off for the Atlanta Pride parade. The participants hold signs that read 'I support trans youth,' in the pink and blue trans pride colors. Most are wearing white t-shirts with the Georgia Equality logo on them.
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 4h
We’re here! Come see us at Atlanta Pride booths P46 & 47 all day today and tomorrow!
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 9h
While coming out is often an ongoing process- and while you don't owe coming out to anyone- coming out remains an important part of LGBTQ+ history and one that is always worth celebrating.

We are proud of you no matter where in your coming out journey you may be. 🏳️‍🌈 💓 🏳️‍⚧️
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 9h
On this #NationalComingOutDay, we celebrate the beauty of being true to yourself and the courage of sharing an important part of your life with the trusted people around you.

Today, we will be celebrating this important day among community at Atlanta Pride– and we hope to see you there!
Graphic for National Coming Out Day by Georgia Equality. Text reads: "National Coming Out Day" in purple, cursive text. Below is the quote, "At your pace, on your terms. Your safety and happiness are paramount. – Lin-Manuel Miranda" Above the quote is the Georgia Equality logo, featuring the shape of Georgia with rainbow stripes. Below the quote are six raised hands holding various LGBTQ+ flags, including the lesbian, pansexual, asexual, rainbow (pride), agender, transgender, and nonbinary flags.
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Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock @warnock.senate.gov · 10d
I was sent this by a Georgian this morning. 2025 premiums vs 2026 premiums for someone making $65k a year.

Republicans in Washington did this.

This is what I'm fighting to stop. This is what’s at stake in this shutdown fight.
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 2d
Stay in the loop with all things Georgia Equality by signing up for our monthly newsletter! Every month, The Compass rounds up the most important news, upcoming events, & opportunities to get involved.

The October Compass is coming out tomorrow, so sign up now!

Visit: www.georgiaequality.org/join
Graphic promoting the Georgia Equality newsletter called 'COMPASS.' At the top is the Georgia Equality logo with a stylized map of Georgia featuring rainbow stripes. Below, bold text reads 'DON'T MISS A THING! Sign up for our newsletter today.' A laptop screen displays the June 2023 issue of the COMPASS newsletter with a compass rose and a rainbow-striped background. A field labeled 'Email Address' with an arrow suggests where to sign up. At the bottom, text reads: 'NEWS • ACTION ALERTS • UPCOMING EVENTS.' Background has a blue gradient.
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 3d
There's no better way to enjoy the Atlanta Pride Parade than by being a part of it!

Join Georgia Equality as we celebrate 30 years of resistance by marching with us THIS SUNDAY in the Atlanta Pride Parade. 🏳️‍🌈✨🏳️‍⚧️

Register to walk with us here: bit.ly/MarchwithGeo...
Graphic promoting participation in the Atlanta Pride Parade with Georgia Equality. The background features a vibrant photo of people marching in a pride parade, carrying rainbow flags and a banner. A rainbow overlay spans across the image. Large bold text at the top reads, “MARCH TO RESIST.” Below that, it says “Sunday, October 12, 11:00AM.” A purple text box near the bottom reads: “Walk with Georgia Equality at the Atlanta Pride Parade to celebrate 30 years of resistance!” In the lower-right corner is the Georgia Equality logo with a rainbow-colored “30” and the text “Georgia Equality: Celebrating 30 Years.”
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 4d
Pride festival season is in full swing here in Georgia and we've been celebrating across the state! Thanks to everyone who joined us at Boro Pride this past weekend and today at Augusta University!

Have you seen us at your local pride fest yet?
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 5d
Thank you to everyone who joined us at Carrollton Pride this weekend!

We had a great time with our friends in west Georgia, especially PFLAG Rome!
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 8d
Happening SUNDAY! Join The Collective in celebration of National Coming Out Day! This moving program will feature the stories of community leaders, including team members from Georgia Equality.

All offerings from the service will benefit our work!

RSVP at: www.eventbrite.com/e/national-c...
A colorful poster for a National Coming Out Day Community Worship event. At the top, in green cursive and bold text, it reads "National Coming Out Day COMMUNITY WORSHIP." Below is a vibrant bouquet of flowers in red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple. The event details are written underneath: "Sunday Oct 5, 5PM, 7 Stages Theater, L5P." It notes that 100% of offerings will benefit Georgia Equality, with the Georgia Equality logo displayed. At the bottom are the logos for the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer and The Collective, described as "an inclusive church for love and justice." The background is a soft cream color with green accents.
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 10d
Georgia Equality wishes a meaningful Yom Kippur to all who are observing!
Graphic with a dark blue background featuring a yellow shofar (ram’s horn) in the center, radiating white lines to signify sound. Two yellow birds fly on either side of the shofar. White Star of David symbols are in the top corners. Text reads: "Warm wishes for a meaningful YOM KIPPUR." At the bottom left is the Georgia Equality logo in white.
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 11d
We are beginning now with candidates for City Council President.

After they are finished, we'll move to District 2, then District 7, and we'll conclude with District 11.
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 11d
ATTN ATLANTA FOLKS:

We are beginning the livestream now for our Atlanta City Council Candidate Forum!

Join us at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=XBKk...

Candidates from key races will be answering questions most relevant for Georgia's LGBTQ+ community and all those living with HIV.
Atlanta City Council Candidate Forum - Georgia Equality
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 11d
Join Georgia Equality as we march in the Atlanta Pride Parade!

This year, we will be marching to celebrate Georgia Equality's 30th anniversary and 30 years of resistance!

Join us on Sunday, October 12, at 11:00am.

Register: secure.everyaction.com/XmUcu835_0um...
Graphic promoting participation in the Atlanta Pride Parade with Georgia Equality. The background features a vibrant photo of people marching in a pride parade, carrying rainbow flags and a banner. A rainbow overlay spans across the image. Large bold text at the top reads, “MARCH TO RESIST.” Below that, it says “Sunday, October 12, 11:00AM.” A purple text box near the bottom reads: “Walk with Georgia Equality at the Atlanta Pride Parade to celebrate 30 years of resistance!” In the lower-right corner is the Georgia Equality logo with a rainbow-colored “30” and the text “Georgia Equality: Celebrating 30 Years.”
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 16d
By choosing to support Georgia Equality with your AIDS Walk Atlanta registration, all of the funds raised for us will be MATCHED. That means an even greater impact for the communities we serve!

Join our team to walk with us or support our work with a donation: www.aidswalkatlanta.org/goto/Walk-GE
2025 AIDS Walk Atlanta Music Festival and 5K Run: Georgia Equality Walkers - AIDS Walk Atlanta Music Festival & 5K Run
Georgia Equality is proud to share that we have been selected as a beneficiary of AIDS Walk Atlanta once more!
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 16d
This is your LAST CALL to join Team GA Equality THIS SATURDAY at AIDS Walk ATL!

During a time in which HIV services are being systemically attacked, our presence as the local advocacy organization defending those living with HIV has never been more important.

www.aidswalkatlanta.org/goto/Walk-GE
Promotional graphic for the AIDS Walk Atlanta Music Festival & 5K Run. The event is scheduled for Saturday, September 27. The top left corner features the event logo with bold red and black text and a shoe print with a red ribbon. Two photos show diverse groups of people smiling and posing under tents at a previous event. The Georgia Equality logo and name are included, encouraging support for the organization. At the bottom, the text reads “Support Georgia Equality at AIDS Walk Atlanta,” with a web link: www.aidswalkatlanta.org/goto/Walk-GE
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 17d
Happening NEXT TUESDAY! Georgia Equality and @hrcga.bsky.social will be hosting a candidate forum for a few key races for the Atlanta City Council!

The forum will specifically highlight issues most pressing for Atlanta's LGBTQ+ community and people living with HIV/AIDS.

Register: bit.ly/ATLforum
A graphic with a light gray background. At the top are the Georgia Equality and HRC logos. Beneath, is an outline of the Atlanta city skyline in navy blue. Beneath the skyline reads, "Atlanta City Council CANDIDATE FORUM" A text box beneath the header reads, "HIGHLIGHTING THE ISSUES MOST SALIENT FOR ATLANTA'S LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY & PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV" and "FEATURING CANDIDATES FROM KEY RACES" At the bottom reads, "Tuesday, Sept. 30, 6:00pm | Neighborhood Church ATL" And there is a registration link for bit.ly/ATLforum
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 18d
Happy Bisexuality Visibility Day!

Today, we affirm that:
💙 Bi folks are not "confused."
💜 Bi folks are not "going through a phase."
🩷 Bi folks do not have to "choose a side."

Today we make space for our bisexual community members to be seen and recognized exactly as they are. We celebrate you!
A graphic with a gradient background of pink and purple. At the top middle is a design combining the female and male symbols with a circle in the middle in varying shades of pink and purple. Beneath reads, "Celebrating Bisexual Visibility" in bold white font. At the bottom left is Georgia Equality's logo with the pink, purple, and blue bisexual pride colors in the middle of the logo.
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 18d
Georgia Equality's Board of Directors have proudly endorsed Debra Shigley for State Senate in this race due to her commitment to LGBTQ+ rights.

Learn more about Debra at: www.georgiaequalitypac.org/sd21
A graphic with a headshot of Debra Shigley in a teal blazer. In the top left corner is Georgia Equality's 2025 endorsed candidate badge.
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 18d
It's Run-Off Election Day for Georgia's Senate District 21! If you haven't already voted early, polls will be open today until 7:00pm.

Not sure if you live in SD 21? Check out the map to confirm or go to mvp.sos.ga.gov
Graphic with rainbow stripes across the top and a ballot box illustration. Text reads: 'Today is Run-Off Election Day for SD 21! Polls are open from 7am until 7pm. You must be in line by 7pm to vote. Find your precinct location, sample ballot, and more at mvp.sos.ga.gov.' At the bottom right is the Georgia Equality logo, which includes a stylized map of Georgia with a rainbow stripe. A map highlights Georgia State Senate District 21 in yellow with a red border. Cities like Alpharetta, Canton, and part of Holly Springs are within the district. Above the map, bold yellow text reads, “Live in the highlighted area?” Below the map, it says, “You’re in a RUN-OFF election!” The Georgia Equality logo is at the bottom left corner.
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 22d
Happening tomorrow! In honor of International Day of Peace, Georgia Equality will be at STAND for Peace, a storytelling and community organizing event, on Saturday, Sept. 20, at 1:30 p.m. at North Decatur United Methodist Church.

RSVP at: www.whenwestand.org/upcomingeven...
Flyer for an event called "Stand for Peace" happening on Saturday, September 20 from 1:30–4:00 PM at North Decatur UMC, located at 1523 Church St., Decatur, GA 30030. The flyer features colorful graphics including doves, a heart flag, and photos of children playing with bubbles, someone playing guitar, and a sno-cone. The event includes bubbles, music & storytelling, food vendors, and sno-cones, with special collaboration from StoryMuse. The event is family-friendly, with a note: “Families welcome. Babies too! We've got diapers covered.” Organized by STAND and AAAGA (Afghan American Alliance of Georgia), the flyer also lists partners: Georgia Equality, Trans Joy, Feet of Clay, Coalition for a Diverse DeKalb, DAMES Doing Good, Blessing Bags of Warmth, Indivisible, NDAction. Media partners include 285 South and Georgia Voice. A QR code is included for more information and RSVP. Website listed: WhenWeStand.org. The event encourages listening and celebrating community stories as a step toward a better future.
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 23d
🧵(2/2) You can help support this vital work by joining or making a donation to our AIDS Walk ATL team!

We will be walking Saturday, Sept. 27, to continue the fight to end the HIV epidemic and to support those living with HIV in our community.

Join or donate at: www.aidswalkatlanta.org/goto/Walk-GE
Promotional graphic for the AIDS Walk Atlanta Music Festival & 5K Run. The text reads: 'Support Georgia Equality at AIDS Walk Atlanta Music Festival & 5K Run. Save the Date: Saturday, September 27.' The background shows a group of people smiling and posing under white event tents, with rainbow flags and Georgia Equality signs visible. The Georgia Equality logo is in the lower right corner.
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 23d
🧵(1/2) Today is National HIV/AIDS & Aging Awareness Day, a day dedicated to the increasing number of people who, due to major advancements in HIV treatment, are living long, full lives with HIV.

These advancements have been made possible due to scientific advancements, policy changes, & advocates.
A scrapbook-style graphic celebrating Georgia Equality’s 30 years of advocacy for people living with HIV. The background is black with spiral notebook rings on the left. In the center is white text that reads: "For 30 years, Georgia Equality has helped empower those living with HIV to become stronger advocates, connecting them with tools, education, and resources necessary to fight for better policies." At the bottom, additional text says: "We hope you’ll donate to our AIDS Walk Atlanta team to ensure we’re able to continue to be Georgia’s leading advocacy organization for the nearly 60,000 Georgians living with HIV." Three photos are featured: Top left: A group selfie labeled “12/01/2015,” captioned “Youth HIV Policy Advisors 2015 Cohort.” Bottom right: A group of people standing on the steps of the Georgia State Capitol, dated “02/06/2025,” captioned “AIDS Watch Lobby Day 2025.” Top right: A speaker at a podium at a World AIDS Day event with the "Getting to Zero" logo in the background. The Georgia Equality logo and a red awareness ribbon are also included in the design, with hand-drawn hearts, arrows, and scribbles adding a scrapbook feel.
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 25d
Join The Collective ATL on October 5 in celebration of National Coming Out Day! This moving program will feature the stories of community leaders, including Georgia Equality.

All offerings from the service will benefit our work!

RSVP at: www.eventbrite.com/e/national-c...
A colorful poster for a National Coming Out Day Community Worship event. At the top, in green cursive and bold text, it reads "National Coming Out Day COMMUNITY WORSHIP." Below is a vibrant bouquet of flowers in red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple. The event details are written underneath: "Sunday Oct 5, 5PM, 7 Stages Theater, L5P." It notes that 100% of offerings will benefit Georgia Equality, with the Georgia Equality logo displayed. At the bottom are the logos for the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer and The Collective, described as "an inclusive church for love and justice." The background is a soft cream color with green accents.
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 29d
Georgia Equality's Board of Directors have proudly endorsed Debra Shigley for State Senate due to her commitment to LGBTQ+ rights.

Learn more about Debra and about the SD 21 election here: georgiaequalitypac.org/sd21
A campaign-style graphic for Debra Shigley, featuring a smiling portrait of her in a teal blazer. Text reads, “Debra Shigley for State Senate District 21.” On the right side, it announces: “Early Voting: Sept. 13 – Sept. 19” and “RUN-OFF Election Day: Tuesday, Sept. 23.” At the bottom right is a circular badge that says “2025 Endorsed Candidate – Georgia Equality” with a rainbow-striped Georgia state outline.
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Georgia Equality @georgiaequality.org · 29d
Heads up, Georgia! Residents of Senate District 21 are currently in a RUN-OFF for the special election!

Early voting begins TOMORROW, Saturday, Sept. 13, for residents of SD 21. Early voting will then run from Monday, Sept. 15 through Friday, Sept. 19.

Please check the map to see SD 21 boundaries.
A map highlights Georgia State Senate District 21 in yellow with a red border. Cities like Alpharetta, Canton, and part of Holly Springs are within the district. Above the map, bold yellow text reads, “Live in the highlighted area?” Below the map, it says, “You’re in a RUN-OFF election!” The Georgia Equality logo is at the bottom middle.
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