🎖️On this day in 2011, Congress officially repealed “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” — the 1994 policy that allowed LGB individuals to serve in the United States armed forces … as long as they stayed in the closet. 1/7

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! It’s never been more important to honor the contributions & diverse cultures of the Hispanic & Latine communities, & to raise our voices to loudly affirm our belief that Hispanic & Latine people deserve protection & support. We’re here with you!

We are teaming up with Gay for Good for Hunger Action Week, mobilizing LGBTQ+ legal professionals and allies in the fight against hunger. Hunger disproportionately affects LGBTQ+ people. Find ways to organize action in your community here: gayforgood.org/hunger-actio...

Tomorrow, we’ll say goodbye to LGBTQ+ Pride Month. 😢It’s always a bittersweet day, but this year, with so much rising hate, it’s been particularly special to spend so much time in connection, community, and celebration.

June 28, 2025, is the 56th anniversary of the Stonewall riots — the demonstration that set off a new chapter of the fight for LGBTQ+ rights and the reason we’ll always believe Pride is a protest.

June 26 marks the anniversary of multiple Supreme Court cases that have had massive ripple effects for the LGBTQ+ community, from Lawrence v. Texas (2003) to Obergefell v. Hodges (2015). (🧵)

Experiences of Pride are as diverse as the LGBTQ+ community itself! We're curious: What does Pride mean to you? 🏳️‍🌈Honoring our history 🏳️‍⚧️Being part of a powerful community 🏳️‍🌈Connecting with others 🏳️‍⚧️Showing up for the fight 🏳️‍🌈Protesting injustice

Each year on Juneteenth, we honor the #FreedomDay emancipation of enslaved African Americans & celebrate the contributions of Black individuals within the LGBTQ+ community. Our struggles are intersectional — only by recognizing our shared history can we build a future rooted in equality & justice.

This Pride, let’s keep each other safe! Our “Know Your Rights Guide: Best Practices For Safe Protesting” resource empowers you with the tools and knowledge to protest safely, confidently, and effectively — letting you take action while minimizing risk. tiny.cc/KnowYourRights

Since taking office in January, President Donald Trump has signed more than 150 executive orders. Many of these have been direct attacks on the LGBTQ+ community. (🧵1/6)

Today marks nine years since the horrific mass shooting during Latin Night at Pulse, an inclusive LGBTQ+ nightclub in Orlando. We hold the 49 who died, the dozens injured, and their loved ones in our hearts today, and we send a special message of love and solidarity to our Florida affiliates. 🩷

Happy Pride Month from the LGBTQ+ Bar! 😍🎉🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🩷 History has shown us that times like these are exactly when we need to come together to celebrate the incredible achievements, diversity & resilience of our community. There’s a lot to be proud of. This month, let’s celebrate together.

​Now more than ever, we must remember that Pride began — and endures — as a defiant action for justice. In that spirit, the National LGBTQ+ Bar is proud to unveil our Know Your Rights Guide: Best Practices for Safe Protesting.

Why do people come back to Lavender Law® year after year? Because it’s not just an event; it’s a catalyst for positive change, shaping the future of the legal profession and promoting a more just and inclusive society for all. (Thread! 👇👇👇)

Observed at the end of May, QTAPI Week bridges AAPI Heritage Month in May and LGBTQ+ Pride Month in June, celebrating culture, intersectionality & community. To all the wonderful QTAPI members of the legal community: Happy QTAPI Week from all of us at the National LGBTQ+ Bar!

The LGBTQ+ community is under attack. The rule of law is under attack. And the very existence of the National LGBTQ+ Bar is being threatened. (thread)

Did you know that in 30 states (and five U.S. territories), it’s still legal for a defendant charged with a violent crime to weaponize their victim’s real or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity/expression to reduce or evade criminal liability? (🧵)

🏳️‍🌈Every year on May 17, we mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. 🏳️‍🌈🩷🏳️‍⚧️

Americans, including LGBTQ+ Americans, deserve courts that reflect the communities they serve. But as of today, only 3% of Article III judges publicly identify as LGBTQ+. And in our current environment, that’s not likely to change in the next four years. BUT: (thread)

✨Happy Mothers' Day from all of us at the National LGBTQ+ Bar Association!✨ People in mothering roles make a difference in the legal world every day: As law students & pro bono advocates; in legal aid & Big Law; in the courtroom, in nonprofit offices, & meeting people on the street.

Wondering what the LGBTQ+ Bar Association worked on last month? Check out some of our top takeaways from April 2025 👇👇👇

🧵The countdown is ticking its way closer toward the 2025 Lavender Law® Conference & Career Fair, so it’s time for a LavLaw highlights thread! 🧵

It's International Family Equality Day, a worldwide celebration of LGBTQ+ families! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🩷✨🎉 Here in the U.S., the laws that keep our families safe are under attack. Our work ensures the legal community has the info it needs to keep fighting for our families, no matter what. 🩷

👋Hello, BlueSky, we’re the National LGBTQ+ Bar Association! We’re still getting used to our new home here, but we’re excited to introduce ourselves. 👇👇👇

📣 We’re proud to be a sponsor of the Law Day of Action — a historic, nationwide call for attorneys, judges, law students, and the public to stand together in defense of judicial independence, the legal profession, and the rule of law. 1/3

Happy Lesbian Visibility Day 2025! You matter to our families, communities, and profession! It is no coincidence that leaders also starts with L! #LegalLesbian #LesbianVisibilityDay 1/3

Ten former U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission officials have issued an open letter responding to the Trump administration's attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in workplaces. 1/5

Today, the National LGBTQ+ Bar is launching a new Trump Executive Order Tracker. This resource is designed to consolidate information about the many legal challenges against the second Trump Administration’s anti-LGBTQ+ executive orders. lgbtqbar.org/programs/tru...

Too often asexual (or ace) folks are ignored and rendered culturally invisible, with few affirmative recognitions in law. 1/7

LGBTQ+ sexual violence survivors are resilient and strong. The National LGBTQ+ Bar supports you and your right to access the law and institutions as a tool for healing and recovery. Survivors are members of every identity group and live in every neighborhood in this country. 1/8

🌈 Today, on International Transgender Day of Visibility, we celebrate and uplift transgender and non-binary individuals around the world. Visibility matters—because every story, every voice, and every journey deserves to be seen and heard.

It’s National Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Today, we recognize the impact of HIV/AIDS on women and girls—especially those in the LGBTQ+ community—while advocating for education, prevention, and access to affirming healthcare. #NWGHAAD #HIVAIDSAwareness #LGBTQHealth #EndTheStigma

This #BlackHistoryMonth, we celebrate the trailblazing leadership of Kylar W. Broadus, Esq., a visionary advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and a champion for equality.

Today is National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day 🖤🏳️‍🌈 The fight against HIV/AIDS is a fight for justice, health equity, and access to care. Black LGBTQ+ individuals continue to be disproportionately impacted, making awareness, education, and advocacy more critical than ever.

The Trump administration is actively dehumanizing and attempting to erase transgender and nonbinary people and our humanity. As our collective histories have demonstrated, we know that violence is much easier to justify when people are treated as objects rather than subjects.

📢 Celebrating Black History Month! 🏳️‍🌈✊🏿 This Black History Month - and every single day - we celebrate the resilience, brilliance, and power of our Black LGBTQ+ leaders.

Here’s what you need to know about President Trump’s Day 1 Anti-Transgender Executive Order: transequality.org/sites/defaul...