Help shape our work! We want to hear from you: What are the biggest challenges you’re facing as an LGBTQ+ family, and what can Family Equality do to help? By taking 10 minutes to complete our 2026 audience needs assessment, you can inform our work!

Out today: a @mapresearch.bsky.social op-ed for @kansasreflector.com @statesnewsroom.com about how Kansas' latest anti-transgender law has many dangerous potential consequences — including to transgender Kansans’ constitutional right to vote. kansasreflector.com/2026/03/04/k...

I spoke w/ NPR's Here & Now about the latest escalation in anti-trans political attacks: Kansas' egregious & dangerous overnight revoking of transgender people's IDs. In good news, @aclu.org @aclukansas.bsky.social have already sued. @wbur.org @mapresearch.bsky.social www.wbur.org/hereandnow/2...

@mapresearch.bsky.social recently released a report on the federal SOGI data landscape one year into the second Trump Administration. In our latest blog, @caromedina.bsky.social answers key questions about what these rollbacks mean for policy, research, and advocacy, and preventing misuse of data.

Out now in @wbur.org, an interview with MAP's Director of Policy Research, Logan Casey, details the implications and harms of a new anti-transgender ID law in Kansas. 🔗 🎧 Listen to the full segment below. www.wbur.org/hereandnow/2...

Out now — a new conversation between MAP and dataindex.us digs into the impact and the implications of the current administration’s removal of sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) measures. Click here or below to keep reading: lgbtmap.medium.com/one-year-in-...

Today's recommended reading... One Year In: The Cost of Rolling Back Federal LGBTQ Data www.dataindex.us/newsletter/a... HT @mapresearch.bsky.social & @dataindex.us

New report from @mapresearch.bsky.social examining the impacts of data loss on the LGBTQ community.

Did you know? 34% of the transgender population (ages 13+) lives in states that ban transgender people from using bathrooms and facilities consistent with their gender identity in K-12 schools. Read more in @advocate.com: mrf.lu/hd7J View our full Equality Map: www.mapresearch.org/equality-map...

Out today in The New York Times, MAP's Director of Policy Research speaks to the broader goal behind sweeping limitations on transgender people and their everyday lives—plus, the implications of new anti-trans laws in states like Kansas. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/18/u...

Bad bill vetoed! Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly said: "I believe the legislature should stay out of the business of telling Kansans how to go to the bathroom and instead stay focused on how to make life more affordable for Kansans.” www.advocate.com/politics/sta...

Since 2020, political attacks on LGBTQ people, and especially transgender people, have escalated—but LGBTQ people and allies have also fought back and won important victories. MAP's latest takes stock of recent years in LGBTQ legislation and what may lie ahead. lgbtmap.medium.com/forecasting-...

The midterms will certainly be consequential for our democracy, but state legislatures and the federal government will continue to shape voting and election policy leading up to November. ⬇️ MAP's latest forecasts democracy trends and shifts in 2026. democracymaps.medium.com/forecasting-...

Poll workers are vital to elections, but in many states and localities recruitment remains a challenge. A lack of poll workers could lead to fewer polling locations, long lines, and voter confusion. On #HelpAmericaVoteDay, we celebrate the impact of poll workers in their communities across the U.S.

In honor of our 20th anniversary, we’re sharing a first look at our new logomark, created to honor this moment and the work we do to power movements. The logo reflects the values that have guided MAP for two decades: trust, transparency, reliability, and consistency. Thank you for standing with us.

This Thursday (1/29 from 2-3pm ET), MAP will be participating in a webinar, "The Day Federal Data Went Dark: A Year of Monitoring and Action," co-hosted by dataindex.us and the Association of Public Data Users (APDU). ⬇️ Learn more below, including registration details and speaker information.

It's our 20th anniversary! 🎉 Since 2006, we have provided groundbreaking research and resources to strengthen movements for LGBTQ equality and a thriving democracy. Thank you for being with us! — Naomi Goldberg and Chris Maggiano, MAP's Executive Director and Board Chair

Did you know? #Alabama is one of three states that do not offer early voting (or an excuse to vote early is required). Read more about a bill introduced in #AL, which, if passed, would allow #earlyvoting to begin ten days before Election Day. www.wvtm13.com/article/hous...

Today, MAP is honoring the legacy of MLK Jr. and taking time to pause and reflect on his inspiring, powerful words. As we move forward in 2026, our team remains laser focused on what’s ahead and how we can build on our work of equipping advocates with the tools they need to power movements.

Today, January 7, we observe International Day to End Conversion Therapy (IDECT) — a day that issues a worldwide call to end the dangerous, discredited practice. Keep reading about this important day via The Trevor Project's blog here: www.thetrevorproject.org/blog/idect/

This year, thanks to your support, MAP remained a trusted resource in the fight for progress. As 2025 comes to a close, we're reflecting on a year of impact, deep collaborations and partnerships, and success. 🎁 Click here to make a 2025 gift that supports MAP's work moving forward: bit.ly/3UTAHCW

2025 was not easy. From rising disinformation to attacks on basic freedoms, our vision of what this country can be and should be has been challenged at every corner. But we continue to show up. In MAP's latest, we detail major wins across four key policy areas. lgbtmap.medium.com/equality-map...

As 2025 draws to a close, MAP is summarizing major trends, wins, and changes we've seen in legislation that impacts our democracy. Click below to read our year-end brief, which details updates to our Democracy Maps, projections for the new year, and more. democracymaps.medium.com/democracy-ma...

ICMYI: MAP's Senior Advisor for Health Policy, Kellan Baker, discusses the ramifications of 2026 patient sex classification requirements for federally-funded cancer registries. "This really is about a government-wide agenda of trying to erase transgender people,” he says. wamu.org/story/25/12/...

Today is the deadline to enroll in coverage beginning January 1, 2026! 🔗 Visit Healthcare.gov for more. #EnrollByDec15

Did you know? One in three transgender people live in states with some restrictions on bathroom access — and in 2025, nine states passed new laws or expanded existing laws. www.mapresearch.org/equality-map...

Questions about health insurance and gender-affirming care? Out2Enroll has you covered with its Transgender Health Insurance Guides. Find your state at out2enroll.org/trans-guides and enroll at HealthCare.gov before December 15.

This week marks the annual LGBTQ Enrollment Week of Action! Did you know — thanks to the ACA, trans people are protected from discrimination in health insurance and care. 🔗 🏳️‍⚧️ Access your state’s Transgender Health Insurance Guide via Out2Enroll's site here: www.out2enroll.org/trans-guides

Did you know? Our Equality Maps data is a go-to resource for media, policymakers, and more. Recently in @sacbee.com, our state policy scores are used in a friendliness index of U.S. states. View our Equality Profile for CA here: www.mapresearch.org/equality_map... www.sacbee.com/news/califor...

Stand with us this Giving Tuesday. Your generosity helps us meet this critical moment and build the future we all deserve. 🎁 Make your gift to support MAP's work: mapresearch.harnessgiving.org/donate/?sele...

In a year that has tested us, MAP is reflecting on the strength of our movements, its deep collaborations, and the broader vision of what this country can be when we all work together. Will you stand with MAP on #GivingTuesday next week? 🎁 Make a gift: mapresearch.harnessgiving.org/donate/?sele...

In case you missed it: in response to last week’s release of the controversial HHS report on pediatric gender-affirming care, MAP’s Senior Advisor for Health Policy, Kellan Baker — along with other experts in the gender-affirming care space — questioned both the validity and quality of the findings.

Today, MAP honors Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDoR). Established nationally in 1999, TDoR remembers the lives of transgender and nonbinary people that have been lost to unconscionable violence. 🏳️‍⚧️

As state legislatures across the country become more polarized, citizens are turning to direct democracy to protect fundamental rights and advance policies that elected officials refuse to address. MAP's latest details the landscape of direct citizen initiatives. www.mapresearch.org/2025-direct-...

In case you missed it — Illinois is the 15th state to modernize parentage laws to ensure that all children, regardless of what their families look like or how they were conceived, can secure legal ties to their parents. 👨‍👨‍👦 Learn more about this update here: lgbtmap.medium.com/victory-for-...

In case you missed it: SCOTUS will hear Watson v. RNC, which challenges Mississippi's election officials’ ability to count mail ballots that are cast by but received after Election Day. ⬇️ 🗳️ See the current landscape of mail ballot receipt deadlines below. www.mapresearch.org/democracy-ma...

It's Election Day — and if you're getting #VoteReady or heading to the polls soon, you still have time to learn about your state's in-person voting laws and policies. ➡️ Swipe here for more, and to view our full Democracy Maps, visit: www.mapresearch.org/democracy-maps

Open enrollment means open for all, including LGBTQ people and families. In case you haven't heard: #openenrollment is back — and from now through December 15, you can get health insurance coverage for 2026. Visit HealthCare.gov now to explore your options and #GetCovered! #EnrollByDec15

#ICYMI: The Virgin Islands issued an EO related to gender marker changes on IDs earlier this month. The order establishes a formal process for gender marker revisions on driver's licenses and birth certificates. ⬇️ Read more here and scroll down to view our Equality Maps. www.vi.gov/governor-bry...

Intersex health, dignity, and consent have never been optional. Everyone, including those with variations in their sex traits, deserves affirming, knowledgeable healthcare and the right to make decisions for their own bodies. #IntersexAwarenessWeek @interact.bsky.social interactadvocates.org/faq/

Voting is a must. Don’t put it off! On #VoteEarlyDay, you can find out where, when, and how to cast your ballot ahead of #ElectionDay. Visit VoteEarlyDay.org to learn more. 🗳️ 🔗 Want to see our Early Voting Democracy Map? See your state's policy by clicking below. www.mapresearch.org/democracy-ma...

MAP's new blog, cowritten with Advocates for Youth, summarizes our recent report findings and showcases testimonials directly from LGBTQ young people, illustrating how community spaces contribute to their well-being and allow them to thrive. ⬇️ Read more below. lgbtmap.medium.com/the-power-of...

Happy #NationalComingOutDay. Today, MAP is lifting up a new op-ed penned by LGBTQ+ advocates Jamie Bruesehoff and Rebekah Bruesehoff. Below, Jamie and Rebekah explain why it's so important to show up for LGBTQ youth — and especially trans youth — on #ComingOutDay. ⬇️ 🔗 www.out.com/voices/natio...

You might be #VoteReady, but what about your friends and family? Our communities are stronger when everyone participates. As #NationalVoterEducationWeek comes to a close, you can help your loved ones register, make a plan, and vote. 🗳️ Visit NationalVoterEducationWeek.org/share for more information.

LGBTQ youth just want to be themselves. They deserve unconditional love, support, and safety. But for many parents, affirming their LGBTQ child requires overcoming their own deeply held biases against LGBTQ people. Read more in a co-authored blog with @pflag.org. lgbtmap.medium.com/every-child-...

During #NationalVoterEducationWeek, it's important that voters understand how their vote is counted, why results take time, and how results are verified and finalized. Our video below explains each of these steps. Learn more at: nationalvotereducationweek.org/process www.youtube.com/watch?v=VuCQ...

What's your plan to vote? 🗳️ Voting early? You'll avoid lines, vote at your convenience, and ensure your voice is heard. ✉️ Voting by mail? It's safe, secure, and accessible, but the rules on how to vote by mail vary by where you plan on voting. 🔗 Get #VoteReady: NationalVoterEducationWeek.org/plan

The U.S. Supreme Court heard a case earlier today involving laws that protect young people from dangerous, discredited conversion “therapy” practices. Read more in our thread below. ⬇️ 🧵 www.axios.com/2025/10/07/s...

It's Day 2 of #NationalVoterEducationWeek! Before you vote, it’s easy to read up about the candidates running for office in your community. Have you received your ballot for this fall? Do you know what’s on it? Learn all you need to know at NationalVoterEducationWeek.org/ballot!

It's National Voter Education Week! Did you know? Some states have changed their registration laws and voter ID requirements since the last federal election. Some states even remove voters from the active registration list if they haven’t voted in a few years. ⬇️ 🧵 See your state's policies below.