Alliance For Full Acceptance (AFFA)
@affasc.bsky.social
Founded 1998, AFFA works to achieve full acceptance and equality for the LGBTQ+ community in SC. 🏳️🌈
🌈 The Charleston Pride Parade is THIS SATURDAY! Join AFFA as we march down King Street to celebrate love, equality, and community 💛
🕖 Arrive 7:30 AM
📍 Wragg Mall
🎶 DJ Trip, Skittles, and tons of Pride flags
Sign up to march or ride with us 👇
forms.gle/mnvBaVwvEVcr...
#AFFA #CharlestonPride
🕖 Arrive 7:30 AM
📍 Wragg Mall
🎶 DJ Trip, Skittles, and tons of Pride flags
Sign up to march or ride with us 👇
forms.gle/mnvBaVwvEVcr...
#AFFA #CharlestonPride
October 6, 2025 at 9:14 PM
🌈 The Charleston Pride Parade is THIS SATURDAY! Join AFFA as we march down King Street to celebrate love, equality, and community 💛
🕖 Arrive 7:30 AM
📍 Wragg Mall
🎶 DJ Trip, Skittles, and tons of Pride flags
Sign up to march or ride with us 👇
forms.gle/mnvBaVwvEVcr...
#AFFA #CharlestonPride
🕖 Arrive 7:30 AM
📍 Wragg Mall
🎶 DJ Trip, Skittles, and tons of Pride flags
Sign up to march or ride with us 👇
forms.gle/mnvBaVwvEVcr...
#AFFA #CharlestonPride
On Aug. 12, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a transgender ninth-grader in Berkeley County can use the bathroom that matches his gender identity while his case moves forward. AFFA stands with this student to affirm Title IX rights and safe, inclusive schools.
#TransRightsAreHumanRights
#TransRightsAreHumanRights
August 15, 2025 at 4:06 PM
On Aug. 12, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a transgender ninth-grader in Berkeley County can use the bathroom that matches his gender identity while his case moves forward. AFFA stands with this student to affirm Title IX rights and safe, inclusive schools.
#TransRightsAreHumanRights
#TransRightsAreHumanRights
AFFA’s End-of-Summer Splash for Equality is happening Sat, Aug 9, 2-6 PM at Starlight Motor Inn!
🎧 DJ Trevor D
👑 Drag by Crystal Gem & Carmella Monroe
💬 Tattoos, bracelets, affirmations & more
Free to attend. All ages. Come close out the summer with us!
#AFFA #SplashForEquality #CharlestonEvents
🎧 DJ Trevor D
👑 Drag by Crystal Gem & Carmella Monroe
💬 Tattoos, bracelets, affirmations & more
Free to attend. All ages. Come close out the summer with us!
#AFFA #SplashForEquality #CharlestonEvents
August 4, 2025 at 7:50 PM
AFFA’s End-of-Summer Splash for Equality is happening Sat, Aug 9, 2-6 PM at Starlight Motor Inn!
🎧 DJ Trevor D
👑 Drag by Crystal Gem & Carmella Monroe
💬 Tattoos, bracelets, affirmations & more
Free to attend. All ages. Come close out the summer with us!
#AFFA #SplashForEquality #CharlestonEvents
🎧 DJ Trevor D
👑 Drag by Crystal Gem & Carmella Monroe
💬 Tattoos, bracelets, affirmations & more
Free to attend. All ages. Come close out the summer with us!
#AFFA #SplashForEquality #CharlestonEvents
Feeling overwhelmed? Join our virtual Community Care Session on July 2 at 6:30 PM. Free, therapist-led, and made for LGBTQ+ folks and allies. Space is limited, so register now: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
July 1, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Feeling overwhelmed? Join our virtual Community Care Session on July 2 at 6:30 PM. Free, therapist-led, and made for LGBTQ+ folks and allies. Space is limited, so register now: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Thank you for showing up at Park Circle, Tanger, and beyond. Pride may end, but we’re in this for the long haul. Volunteer. Donate. Keep showing up. #AFFA
July 1, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Thank you for showing up at Park Circle, Tanger, and beyond. Pride may end, but we’re in this for the long haul. Volunteer. Donate. Keep showing up. #AFFA
Ten years ago, love won in court—and in the hearts of millions. 💍
We’re celebrating a decade of marriage equality, joy, and commitment. Here’s to every queer couple who made history just by loving out loud.
#Obergefell10 #10YearsOfLove #AFFA
We’re celebrating a decade of marriage equality, joy, and commitment. Here’s to every queer couple who made history just by loving out loud.
#Obergefell10 #10YearsOfLove #AFFA
June 26, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Ten years ago, love won in court—and in the hearts of millions. 💍
We’re celebrating a decade of marriage equality, joy, and commitment. Here’s to every queer couple who made history just by loving out loud.
#Obergefell10 #10YearsOfLove #AFFA
We’re celebrating a decade of marriage equality, joy, and commitment. Here’s to every queer couple who made history just by loving out loud.
#Obergefell10 #10YearsOfLove #AFFA
The Skrmetti ruling and Columbia’s repeal are devastating.
Join AFFA’s Community Care Session Wed. July 2 at 6:30 PM, facilitated by therapist Meg Goettsches (she/they).
Process. Grieve. Heal. Together.
RSVP: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
#AFFA #CommunityCare
Join AFFA’s Community Care Session Wed. July 2 at 6:30 PM, facilitated by therapist Meg Goettsches (she/they).
Process. Grieve. Heal. Together.
RSVP: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
#AFFA #CommunityCare
June 25, 2025 at 8:21 PM
The Skrmetti ruling and Columbia’s repeal are devastating.
Join AFFA’s Community Care Session Wed. July 2 at 6:30 PM, facilitated by therapist Meg Goettsches (she/they).
Process. Grieve. Heal. Together.
RSVP: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
#AFFA #CommunityCare
Join AFFA’s Community Care Session Wed. July 2 at 6:30 PM, facilitated by therapist Meg Goettsches (she/they).
Process. Grieve. Heal. Together.
RSVP: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
#AFFA #CommunityCare
49 lives stolen. 49 reasons to act.
June 12, post with #HonorThemWithAction.
🎥 Share how Pulse impacted you
🫱🏽🫲🏿 Reply with how you're fighting hate
💸 Donate to LGBTQ advocacy groups
#Pulse #LGBTQRights #AFFA
June 12, post with #HonorThemWithAction.
🎥 Share how Pulse impacted you
🫱🏽🫲🏿 Reply with how you're fighting hate
💸 Donate to LGBTQ advocacy groups
#Pulse #LGBTQRights #AFFA
June 12, 2025 at 3:58 PM
49 lives stolen. 49 reasons to act.
June 12, post with #HonorThemWithAction.
🎥 Share how Pulse impacted you
🫱🏽🫲🏿 Reply with how you're fighting hate
💸 Donate to LGBTQ advocacy groups
#Pulse #LGBTQRights #AFFA
June 12, post with #HonorThemWithAction.
🎥 Share how Pulse impacted you
🫱🏽🫲🏿 Reply with how you're fighting hate
💸 Donate to LGBTQ advocacy groups
#Pulse #LGBTQRights #AFFA
Victory! The conversion therapy repeal in Columbia was deferred after we locked in the votes. Our opponents backed down. The state budget attacks still live. Stay loud, stay ready. #AFFAAction #ProtectTransYouth
May 21, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Victory! The conversion therapy repeal in Columbia was deferred after we locked in the votes. Our opponents backed down. The state budget attacks still live. Stay loud, stay ready. #AFFAAction #ProtectTransYouth
So excited to see Chase's journey continue at @gendercool.bsky.social! 🏳️🌈💜
Exciting news – @gendercool.bsky.social has gotten a new Executive Director! Chase Glenn (he/him) was the ED of @affasc.bsky.social and is now heading up GenderCool’s mission to uplift the stories of trans and nonbinary youth. Congratulations Chase! 🎉 www.advocate.com/news/chase-g...
A trans man who's changed hearts and minds in the South takes his work nationwide at the helm of GenderCool
"I feel so deeply connected to this work that I’m stepping into," says Chase Glenn, the new executive director of the GenderCool Project.
www.advocate.com
May 12, 2025 at 6:07 PM
So excited to see Chase's journey continue at @gendercool.bsky.social! 🏳️🌈💜
Scrolling through a wave of bad news? Pause. Breathe. Recenter. We need you rested to fight. #ResistFatigue
May 12, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Scrolling through a wave of bad news? Pause. Breathe. Recenter. We need you rested to fight. #ResistFatigue
Out Together is TOMORROW! 🌈
📍 Bar Polari | 🗓️ Sat, April 26 | ⏰ 6–10 PM
🎟️ First 50 guests get a free drink ticket
🍸 Try the AFFA-gato Martini (mocktail too!)
No pressure, just a good time.
#OutTogether #AFFA #CharlestonEvents
📍 Bar Polari | 🗓️ Sat, April 26 | ⏰ 6–10 PM
🎟️ First 50 guests get a free drink ticket
🍸 Try the AFFA-gato Martini (mocktail too!)
No pressure, just a good time.
#OutTogether #AFFA #CharlestonEvents
April 25, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Out Together is TOMORROW! 🌈
📍 Bar Polari | 🗓️ Sat, April 26 | ⏰ 6–10 PM
🎟️ First 50 guests get a free drink ticket
🍸 Try the AFFA-gato Martini (mocktail too!)
No pressure, just a good time.
#OutTogether #AFFA #CharlestonEvents
📍 Bar Polari | 🗓️ Sat, April 26 | ⏰ 6–10 PM
🎟️ First 50 guests get a free drink ticket
🍸 Try the AFFA-gato Martini (mocktail too!)
No pressure, just a good time.
#OutTogether #AFFA #CharlestonEvents
Lesbian visibility means ALL lesbians – cis, trans, non-binary – are seen, affirmed, and celebrated. 🌈
To every lesbian fighting to be heard and seen: you are valid, and your existence makes this world better.
#LesbianVisibilityWeek #AFFA
To every lesbian fighting to be heard and seen: you are valid, and your existence makes this world better.
#LesbianVisibilityWeek #AFFA
April 23, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Lesbian visibility means ALL lesbians – cis, trans, non-binary – are seen, affirmed, and celebrated. 🌈
To every lesbian fighting to be heard and seen: you are valid, and your existence makes this world better.
#LesbianVisibilityWeek #AFFA
To every lesbian fighting to be heard and seen: you are valid, and your existence makes this world better.
#LesbianVisibilityWeek #AFFA
Got a question for your trans neighbors? We’re teaming up with @aclusc.bsky.social for a special While I Breathe podcast episode featuring trans South Carolinians from all walks of life.
Reply here, DM or email us, and add your first name + location if you’d like to be mentioned on air.
Reply here, DM or email us, and add your first name + location if you’d like to be mentioned on air.
April 22, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Got a question for your trans neighbors? We’re teaming up with @aclusc.bsky.social for a special While I Breathe podcast episode featuring trans South Carolinians from all walks of life.
Reply here, DM or email us, and add your first name + location if you’d like to be mentioned on air.
Reply here, DM or email us, and add your first name + location if you’d like to be mentioned on air.
🌈 Just a few days until we’re Out Together!
📍 Bar Polari | 🗓️ Sat, April 26 | 🕕 6–10 PM
🍸 First 50 guests = free drink
☕ Try the AFFA-gato Martini
💬 Drop in + connect with community
Let’s make space for joy and visibility 💖
#OutTogether #AFFA #LGBTQSC #CharlestonEvents
📍 Bar Polari | 🗓️ Sat, April 26 | 🕕 6–10 PM
🍸 First 50 guests = free drink
☕ Try the AFFA-gato Martini
💬 Drop in + connect with community
Let’s make space for joy and visibility 💖
#OutTogether #AFFA #LGBTQSC #CharlestonEvents
April 21, 2025 at 6:51 PM
🌈 Just a few days until we’re Out Together!
📍 Bar Polari | 🗓️ Sat, April 26 | 🕕 6–10 PM
🍸 First 50 guests = free drink
☕ Try the AFFA-gato Martini
💬 Drop in + connect with community
Let’s make space for joy and visibility 💖
#OutTogether #AFFA #LGBTQSC #CharlestonEvents
📍 Bar Polari | 🗓️ Sat, April 26 | 🕕 6–10 PM
🍸 First 50 guests = free drink
☕ Try the AFFA-gato Martini
💬 Drop in + connect with community
Let’s make space for joy and visibility 💖
#OutTogether #AFFA #LGBTQSC #CharlestonEvents
🌈 AFFA presents: Out Together
📍 Bar Polari | 🗓️ Sat, April 26 | 🕕 6–10 PM
✅ Free to attend
🍸 First 50 guests = free drink ticket
☕ Try the AFFA-gato Martini
🌈 Meet the AFFA team + connect with community
#OutTogether #AFFA #CharlestonSC #LGBTQSC
📍 Bar Polari | 🗓️ Sat, April 26 | 🕕 6–10 PM
✅ Free to attend
🍸 First 50 guests = free drink ticket
☕ Try the AFFA-gato Martini
🌈 Meet the AFFA team + connect with community
#OutTogether #AFFA #CharlestonSC #LGBTQSC
April 7, 2025 at 9:09 PM
🌈 AFFA presents: Out Together
📍 Bar Polari | 🗓️ Sat, April 26 | 🕕 6–10 PM
✅ Free to attend
🍸 First 50 guests = free drink ticket
☕ Try the AFFA-gato Martini
🌈 Meet the AFFA team + connect with community
#OutTogether #AFFA #CharlestonSC #LGBTQSC
📍 Bar Polari | 🗓️ Sat, April 26 | 🕕 6–10 PM
✅ Free to attend
🍸 First 50 guests = free drink ticket
☕ Try the AFFA-gato Martini
🌈 Meet the AFFA team + connect with community
#OutTogether #AFFA #CharlestonSC #LGBTQSC
On #TransDayOfVisibility, we celebrate trans resilience, joy, and power. Visibility is just the start—true liberation means safety, dignity, and the freedom to thrive.
Trans lives matter. Trans futures shine. 💙💖🤍
#TDOV #AFFA #TransRightsAreHumanRights
Trans lives matter. Trans futures shine. 💙💖🤍
#TDOV #AFFA #TransRightsAreHumanRights
March 31, 2025 at 4:04 PM
On #TransDayOfVisibility, we celebrate trans resilience, joy, and power. Visibility is just the start—true liberation means safety, dignity, and the freedom to thrive.
Trans lives matter. Trans futures shine. 💙💖🤍
#TDOV #AFFA #TransRightsAreHumanRights
Trans lives matter. Trans futures shine. 💙💖🤍
#TDOV #AFFA #TransRightsAreHumanRights
Trans Day of Visibility is coming up, and we want to SEE YOU! 👀🏳️⚧️
Want to be featured? Submit yourself or a friend (with permission) so we can uplift and celebrate trans lives -because visibility matters.
DM us or email [email protected]!
#TransDayOfVisibility #TDOV #WeSeeYou #AFFA
Want to be featured? Submit yourself or a friend (with permission) so we can uplift and celebrate trans lives -because visibility matters.
DM us or email [email protected]!
#TransDayOfVisibility #TDOV #WeSeeYou #AFFA
March 25, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Trans Day of Visibility is coming up, and we want to SEE YOU! 👀🏳️⚧️
Want to be featured? Submit yourself or a friend (with permission) so we can uplift and celebrate trans lives -because visibility matters.
DM us or email [email protected]!
#TransDayOfVisibility #TDOV #WeSeeYou #AFFA
Want to be featured? Submit yourself or a friend (with permission) so we can uplift and celebrate trans lives -because visibility matters.
DM us or email [email protected]!
#TransDayOfVisibility #TDOV #WeSeeYou #AFFA
Want to advocate more effectively? ✨ Join us for Advocacy 201: Power Mapping on April 5 in Charleston! Learn how to identify decision-makers, analyze power structures & build influence.
Sign up now: www.affa-sc.org/advocacy-tra...
#AFFA #PowerMapping #Advocacy
Sign up now: www.affa-sc.org/advocacy-tra...
#AFFA #PowerMapping #Advocacy
March 24, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Want to advocate more effectively? ✨ Join us for Advocacy 201: Power Mapping on April 5 in Charleston! Learn how to identify decision-makers, analyze power structures & build influence.
Sign up now: www.affa-sc.org/advocacy-tra...
#AFFA #PowerMapping #Advocacy
Sign up now: www.affa-sc.org/advocacy-tra...
#AFFA #PowerMapping #Advocacy
✨ Our Spring 2025 AFFA Gala was a HUGE success, raising over $430,000 for equality! 🙌💙 Thank you to everyone who made it possible - your support means the world.
#AFFA #EqualityForAll #AFFAGala #Grateful
#AFFA #EqualityForAll #AFFAGala #Grateful
March 24, 2025 at 3:26 PM
✨ Our Spring 2025 AFFA Gala was a HUGE success, raising over $430,000 for equality! 🙌💙 Thank you to everyone who made it possible - your support means the world.
#AFFA #EqualityForAll #AFFAGala #Grateful
#AFFA #EqualityForAll #AFFAGala #Grateful
📢 10 DAYS until the 2025 AFFA Gala! Are you ready for an unforgettable night of celebration, community, and impact? 🌈✨
🎟️ Tickets are selling fast—don’t miss out! Grab yours now: www.affa-sc.org/gala/
#AFFAGala #10DayCountdown #EqualityForAll
🎟️ Tickets are selling fast—don’t miss out! Grab yours now: www.affa-sc.org/gala/
#AFFAGala #10DayCountdown #EqualityForAll
March 5, 2025 at 7:31 PM
📢 10 DAYS until the 2025 AFFA Gala! Are you ready for an unforgettable night of celebration, community, and impact? 🌈✨
🎟️ Tickets are selling fast—don’t miss out! Grab yours now: www.affa-sc.org/gala/
#AFFAGala #10DayCountdown #EqualityForAll
🎟️ Tickets are selling fast—don’t miss out! Grab yours now: www.affa-sc.org/gala/
#AFFAGala #10DayCountdown #EqualityForAll
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The freedom to read is under attack. South Carolina House Bill 4059 would uphold our students' rights and protect school librarians from harassment and intimidation. You can use our message action page to let your lawmakers know you support this bill: action.aclu.org/send-message...
February 27, 2025 at 5:42 PM
The freedom to read is under attack. South Carolina House Bill 4059 would uphold our students' rights and protect school librarians from harassment and intimidation. You can use our message action page to let your lawmakers know you support this bill: action.aclu.org/send-message...
🚨 HEARING ALERT: South Carolina lawmakers are moving to ban DEI programs in schools, colleges & state offices.
📅 March 4, 2025
⏰ Expected start: ~2:00 PM (1.5 hours after House adjourns)
📍 Room 110, Blatt Building, SC State House
📅 March 4, 2025
⏰ Expected start: ~2:00 PM (1.5 hours after House adjourns)
📍 Room 110, Blatt Building, SC State House
February 27, 2025 at 8:35 PM
🚨 HEARING ALERT: South Carolina lawmakers are moving to ban DEI programs in schools, colleges & state offices.
📅 March 4, 2025
⏰ Expected start: ~2:00 PM (1.5 hours after House adjourns)
📍 Room 110, Blatt Building, SC State House
📅 March 4, 2025
⏰ Expected start: ~2:00 PM (1.5 hours after House adjourns)
📍 Room 110, Blatt Building, SC State House
Only 16 days until our 2025 Spring Gala! Tickets are going fast - get yours today! www.affa-sc.org/gala/
February 27, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Only 16 days until our 2025 Spring Gala! Tickets are going fast - get yours today! www.affa-sc.org/gala/