You might be heading back to school, but that doesn't mean your rights are staying home. We just launched a new back-to-school guide alongside @equalitymaine.bsky.social and @gladlaw.bsky.social so you can prepare for the new year. Learn more, from LGBTQ+ students' rights to staff free speech ⤵️

Help us capture camp memories! At our week-long overnight camp, campers disconnect from phones to bond with nature and each other. Film cameras let them capture memories to take home.Donate $40 to buy a camper a book and film: equalitymaine.org/support-nlp

🏳️‍🌈 Calling all creatives! Enter our pride design contest! ✨ Win $200, get featured on our website & social media, get free tickets to EqualityMaine events, and snag free merch with YOUR design. ✅ Submit up to 3 original designs 📆 Due Date: May 11 🔗 Learn more: forms.gle/QCYUPMJthEgt...

What do high school coaches think about the proposed bills that aim to prohibit trans girls from playing on girls' sports teams? Nordic ski coach Charlie Cobb thinks that we should celebrate trans athletes persevering in face of hatred and welcome trans girls playing sports on girls' teams.

The proposed CMS-9884-P rule would let insurers drop coverage for gender-affirming care. DACA recipients & low-income trans folks would be hit hardest. Submit your public comment today and fight back! ✍️ bit.ly/ProtectOurHe...

Calling all trans, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming folks in Maine! Definitely get your trans joy care package @mainetransnet.bsky.social @equalitymaine.bsky.social

This year, MaineTransNet has partnered with @equalitymaine.bsky.social to help spread joy to Trans Mainers of all ages! Applications are now open! Please send a message to [email protected] to request this year's survey link 👏🏻

We want to give a huge THANK YOU to all the organizations, students, educators, and youth service providers who came to the Safer Schools Conference 2025. In total, we had 150 students, 70 educators, and 20 youth-service providers, representing over 30 schools around Maine.

Join our LGBTQ+ Youth Lobby Day at the State House! 🌈Grades 7-12, GSA/GSTA clubs, Civil Rights Teams and is designed for LGBTQ+ youth and allies. Use your voice: Lobby during a session or write to your legislators. Space is limited this year - email [email protected] to save your spot!

COMMUNITY ACTION ALERT! Rally for Maine and MSAD51 to hold their stance on supporting trans athletes participating in athletics based on their gender identity. SUNDAY MARCH 23 - 11AM AT CUMBERLAND TOWN COMMONS - wear your boots! The ground is muddy. Hate has no home here! 🏳️‍⚧️

Art & Nature Leadership Camp is a three-day, two-night camp for 2SLGBTQIA+ and allied students ages 13-18 or grades 8-12; camp will be April 21-23 (public school break) in Central Maine. See form header for more details, apply by April 7! form.jotform.com/250636679243... @equalitymaine.bsky.social

Check out this action on Sunday in Cumberland calling for Maine and MSAD51 to hold firm their stance on trans athletes participating in athletics based on their gender identity. 👏🏻💜 SUNDAY MARCH 23 11am GATHER AT MI PARKING LOT 353 TUTTLE ROAD Let's send a clear message: hate has no home here!

Join the Wabanaki Reduction & Prevention Team to honor National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day tomorrow! Free and confidential HIV/Hepatitis C testing will be available tomorrow, 3/20, 10am to 3pm at 157 Park Street, Bangor, ME. Email [email protected] for more info! #maine #LGBTQ

Join us on April 26 as we will celebrate 40 years of EqualityMaine! Celebrate the impact our organization has had on equality for Maine's LGBTQ+ community, honor our history and join the fight for our future. Buy tickets: www.equalitymaine.org/event/40th-a... #maine #lgbtq #politics

Summer Camp is 6 months away, and all our apps are OPEN! 🌈Counselors: 21+ Counselors-In-Training: high school/GED grads, 18-20 years old at the time of camp. Campers: age 13 - 17, or entering 8th - 12th grade. 📆August 11 - August 16 📍Central Maine Apply now: www.equalitymaine.org/new-leaders....

Here's some queer joy to get you through the last month of winter! Our LGBTQ+ teens loved their outdoor winter adventure - they sang campfire songs, carved spoons, and made new friends! Friends of Dorothy Fundraiser was a great success - it was the first drag show at the ECC, and folks danced!

Art & Nature Leadership Camp is for 2SLGBTQIA+ students and allies 13-18, held from April 21-23, 2025. It offers art and nature-focused activities for self-discovery and leadership skill-building. Applications open from March 10 to April 7, with a limit of 16 campers. Register now! buff.ly/c76MUZP

Applications are still open for our New Leaders Project: Summer 2025 Camp! 🥳⛺️🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🎨📝🛶 Apply by March 31! This week-long overnight camp for LGBTQ+ youth focuses on leadership, resilience, and self-discovery. August 11 - 16. Apply now: buff.ly/sJ2OAyb Questions? Contact [email protected]

Sorry friends! Queer Youth Fridays this month has been CANCELED! But have no fear - we will see you Friday April 11 at the Bangor Region YMCA Teen Center for an afternoon of games, laughs, crafts, and snacks! See you then! Allies welcome, email [email protected] with questions.

Please join us, Maine Writers & Publishers Alliance, SPACE, partners, and friends for an evening of expression, reflection, and activism, featuring short readings by writers and community leaders and info from local organizations on what you can do right now. Register here: buff.ly/hUdQkAT

Did you know Maine has had protections on the basis on gender identity for 20 years? This is not a new or radical concept. The Maine Human Rights Act protects trans students' rights to have equal access to partake in sports just like any other student. Click here to learn more buff.ly/lnWvDWi...

Some good news out of Washington - an attempt to exclude transgender students from nondiscrimination protections nationwide was just rejected by the Senate! Thank you, Sen. King, for voting to let trans students play, just like any other student. Learn more: www.cnn.com/2025/03/03/p...

On Monday, the Maine Secretary of State issued new guidance explaining that Maine-issued IDs are “governed by state laws, not the federal executive order,” meaning that individuals are still allowed to “receive or update a credential to reflect their gender identity.”

Calling all Lewiston-Auburn teens! Looking for a safe, fun space to connect with other LGBTQ+ youth and make some art? Join us for Queer Youth Art Club every 2nd Wednesday of the month from 5-8pm. All skill levels welcome, allies welcome! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Got questions? Email [email protected]!

Save the date: Join us on April 26 as we will celebrate 40 years of EqualityMaine! Celebrate the impact our organization has had on equality for Maine's LGBTQ+ community, honor our history and join the fight for our future. Stay tuned for more details at:

Maine remains a leader in LGBTQ+ equality despite Trump's anti-trans orders. Trump's tactics aim to create fear and chaos, but much of it won’t stick, says @mainetransnet.bsky.social's Bre Danvers-Kidman. Plus, know your rights — @equalitymaine.bsky.social has resources to help.

We stand united in declaring that adults should never harass, ‘out’, or instigate attacks on minors. All children deserve our safety and protection, so they can feel safe at home, at school, and in their communities.

Pedro Pascal calls out ‘vile’ transphobia as he doubles down on trans allyship

This week is Aromantic Awareness Week. Observed the week after Valentine’s Day, ASAW is the perfect time to learn about the diverse experiences within the aromantic spectrum! Swipe through to learn more about aromanticism and the aro spectrum.

Applications are now open for our New Leaders Project: Summer 2025 Camp! 🥳⛺️🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🎨📝🛶 August 11th - August 16th. Open to queer youth and allies age 13 - 17 (entering grades 8th - 12th). Apply by by March 31st! Apply now: https://buff.ly/4i0mg8m Questions? Contact [email protected]

Looking for ways to support trans people during these trying times? Here's your guide on how to be a trans ally! A THREAD: (1/8)

Excited to announce Chris Mosier, a trans athlete and activist, as the Keynote Speaker for the Safer Schools Conference 2025. He mentors other trans athletes and fights against anti-trans legislation globally. Register now: https://buff.ly/3DZgmpr

It's almost Queer Youth Friday again! And this time, we're celebrating queer love in all its forms - whether with friends, chosen family, or partners. Eat Valentine's Day snacks, create Valentine's crafts for the folks you love, play games.🥰 Please email [email protected] with any questions!

For any trans youth whose care has been impacted due to a political attack, @southernequality.bsky.social's Trans Youth Emergency Project can help with: 🧭 Patient navigation for care 🎁 Renewable emergency grants of $500 ☂️ An ecosystem of care Get support: https://buff.ly/3y5YQ04

In case you missed it: The Grammys were filled with support for our community last night. Chappell Roan, Lady Gaga, and Alicia Keys used their platform to stand with queer and trans folks in America. Thank you so much for your solidarity and commitment during these times.

"Remember: no government can define who you are, only you can. EqualityMaine will keep you updated and we won't stop fighting for our rights and our right to exist." — Gia Drew, Executive Director

Follow Letta TheQueen down the yellow brick road to "I'm a Friend of Dorothy" - a LGBTQ_ drag show that will benefit and raise money for EQME Network for Older Adults, featuring Chartreuse Money, Shaunna Rai and Danielle Dior! Get tickets in advance on Eventbrite: https://buff.ly/40mIFFT...

Workshops and panel discussions that supports LGBTQ+ youth, GSAs, and allies. Centered on inclusion for BIPOC students, disabled students. 🎟️Who: grades 6-12, Educators, Youth Service Providers 🗓️ When: March 20th, 2025 ASL interpretation will be provided. https://buff.ly/3DZgmpr

Join us for a winter adventure designed just for LGBTQ+ teens! This 2 night, 3 day winter camping adventure empowers and challenges teens to learn new skills and get out of their comfort zone. Ages 13-17; winter gear provided. Space limited to 12. Register today! https://buff.ly/4fZXMKT

Calling all Maine hockey fans! Tomorrow is the Maine Mariners Pride Game - have you bought your tickets yet?! Here’s the power play – for every ticket you buy, $2 goes straight to supporting our mission! But hurry - tickets are moving fast! Buy tickets now: https://buff.ly/4jgYIO1

Looking for a safe, fun space to connect with others? Join us for Queer Youth Friday every 4th Friday from 4:00pm – 7:00pm at the ECC. Whether you want to hang out, decompress, or just be around community, this is YOUR space. Allies welcome! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Questions? Email [email protected]!

Workshops and panel discussions that supports LGBTQ+ youth, GSAs, and allies. Centered on inclusion for BIPOC students, disabled students. 🎟️Who: grades 6-12, Educators, Youth Service Providers 🗓️ When: March 20th, 2025 ASL interpretation will be provided. https://buff.ly/3DZgmpr

EqualityMaine is no stranger in the fight for equality and our inherent worth, and we will continue to stand for the freedom to live authentically and make choices about our bodies and lives, just as we have for 40 years.

Join us for a winter adventure designed just for LGBTQ+ teens! This 2 night, 3 day winter camping adventure empowers and challenges teens to learn new skills and get out of their comfort zone. Ages 13-17; winter gear provided. Space limited to 12. Register today! https://buff.ly/4fZXMKT

Follow Letta TheQueen down the yellow brick road to "I'm a Friend of Dorothy" - a LGBTQ_ drag show that will benefit and raise money for EQME Network for Older Adults, featuring Chartreuse Money, Shaunna Rai and Danielle Dior! Get tickets in advance on Eventbrite: https://buff.ly/40mIFFT...

Incredible victory for educators and public service employees nationwide! President Joe Biden repealed GPO-WEP, and people will see an average increase of $360 per month in Social Security benefits, depending on their employment history. Click here for more info: https://buff.ly/4hiVckl......

Only one week left until the Maine Mariners Pride Game - have you bought your tickets yet?! Here’s the power play – for every ticket you buy, $2 goes straight to supporting our mission! But hurry - tickets are moving fast! Buy tickets now:

🚨 Urgent: National Anti-Trans Sports Ban Coming to the Senate🚨 Take action NOW: Contact your Senators and demand they vote NO on this ban. All students deserve the right to play, belong, and build confidence without fear of discrimination. https://buff.ly/3DTZKPU