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The HB68 hearing has begun!

THERE IS NO HEARING ON HB183 (the bathroom ban) TODAY! 🚽

Please continue to contact the committee members and your representatives.

83, the higher education destruction act, has PASSED out of committee with NO TESTIMONY and NO DEBATE.

Tell Ohio House Representatives to vote NO on SB83.

VOTE NO ON SB 83 - Stop the Higher Education Destruction Act Tell Ohio Reps to VOTE NO on SB 83 -- STOP the Higher Education Destruction Act! URGENT: The Ohio House is preparing to vote on Senate Bill 83, one of the worst higher education bills to ever hit Ohio! SB 83 uses so-called "intellectual diversity" and tired culture war issues to censor honest educat...

While the Committee does have a 24hrs in advance deadline for testimony submission, which has passed, Chair Roegner is allowing for a few limited exceptions and may accept written-only testimony… since there may be no additional opportunity to testify on HB68 (trans sports and healthcare ban)!

Please contact [email protected] NOW!

Are you a trans, nonbinary, Two-Spirit, or gender nonconforming youth (24 or under) living in North America (USA or Canada) without the essential support of a safe and loving home this holiday season? Write a letter to Transanta! 🏳️‍⚧️ 🎁 🏳️‍⚧️

Applications open until Friday, December 8, 2023! We believe in Santa… But you can still apply even if you don’t 😉

Apply and donate at: https://transanta.com (one “S”)

Transanta Send gifts to trans youth in need, safely and anonymously!

Reminder as we head into a busy week at the Ohio Statehouse: your personal safety is priority.

URGENT: the bathroom bill is headed towards a vote Wednesday, too!

Please contact the committee at [email protected] by 9:00am Tuesday, December 5.

The hearing will begin at 10:00am on Wednesday, December 6 in room 17. There may be a vote! Please be prepared for a very long, emotionally exhausting day.

Our 5th annual March for Black Trans Liberation will be this Sunday December 3rd beginning at 2pm. We will meet at N. High and Poplar Street! This march is meant to honor the lives of Black trans folks we’ve lost in the past year and uplift those of us who are engaging in the ongoing struggle of being Black and trans in an antiblack, capitalist, imperialist patriarchal world. Please show your love and support for but most of all your solidarity with Black trans folks and join us! Masks, water, snacks and ASL interpretation will be provided.

URGENT: The most extreme anti-transgender, anti-personal liberty bill in the nation is moving towards a vote in Ohio!

Contact the committee chair Sen. Roegnar (614-466-4823 | [email protected]), your senator (find at https://ohiosenate.gov), and Gov. DeWine (614-644-3555 | https://governor.ohio.gov/contact/contact-us).

And tell us why you're thankful for the trans community -- https://tinyurl.com/transgratitude !

In recognition of World AIDS Day, can you commit to combating the misinformation about HIV and AIDS, starting with knowing your own status?

Five things you may not know about HIV:

1. HIV does not mean AIDS!

If treatment begins before the immune system is too compromised, contracting AIDS is highly unlikely.

2. HIV is not a death sentence!

While there is no cure for HIV, it is a manageable health condition with the proper medication. People living with HIV can live long, full lives.

3. HIV does not discriminate!

Anyone who has unprotected s*xual contact is at risk for contracting HIV and other STIs. Once known as a “gay-related immune disease,” the CDC reports that 20% of new HIV exposures are among heteros*xual men and women.

4. You can have HIV and not even know!

Early symptoms can be confused with the flu or stress, but you can still pass on the virus to others. The only sure way to know your status is to be tested for both HIV-1 and HIV-2.

5. HIV is 100% preventable!

Undetectable = Untransmittable.

Bonus fact: the laws in Ohio concerning HIV disclosure are outdated and need to be changed.

Join ACLUOhio Thursday, November 30 beginning at 5:00PM to learn how to write and submit testimony for House Bill 68. We will provide House Bill 68 talking points, pointers on writing testimony as well as practical steps how to format and submit it. Please come with questions!

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: House Bill 68 Testimony Workshop. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting. Join us to learn how to write and submit testimony for House Bill 68. We will provide House Bill 68 talking points, pointers on writing testimony as well as practical steps how to format and submit it. Please come with questions!

Take action now and tell Ohio lawmakers to protect trans youth!

Protect Trans Youth, Stop HB 68 Please take action!

Tomorrow is , a day dedicated to generosity and making a positive impact. 🌍✨Join the global movement unleashing the power of people and nonprofits to transform their communities. 🙏 Whether it's a small contribution or a larger amount, every single donation counts and every share helps! 💝 You can also create your own fundraiser for TransOhio, or your second-favorite😉trans-led 🏳️‍⚧️ organization now, and Meta will waive the processing fees so that the full dollar amount of your campaign 💰 is delivered to the selected beneficiary. 💓

Help us tell Ohio why you're thankful for the trans people in your life this holiday season.

https://tinyurl.com/transgratitude

Eat, drink, and be grateful -- this year, we're thankful for our community; we're thankful for you.

URGENT: Thomas has been reported missing in the Northwest Ohio area. They were last seen at Georgjz419 on Adams Street in Toledo, Ohio, on November 6. They last updated their social media on November 7. Family and friends have not heard from Thomas since, which is uncharacteristic and concerning. They may be carrying a blue Telfar bag.

If you have any information, please contact Crime Stoppers: 419-255-1111. Callers can remain anonymous and are eligible to receive a cash reward if the provided information leads to an arrest or grand jury indictment. We have reason to believe that Thomas may have been kidnapped.

Ohio HB68, which would BAN minors from receiving gender-affirming care—only if they aren’t cisgender—BAN medical professionals from suggesting, providing, or referring minor patients for gender-affirming care—only if they aren’t cisgender—BAN student athletes from playing on sports teams that correspond with their gender identity—only if they aren’t cisgender—and BAN Ohio courts from taking into consideration a parent’s anti-transgender sentiments during custody and parenting agreement hearings—only if the child is not cisgender—is moving. Please be prepared for an opportunity to testify against this extremist bill in early December.

Find your Ohio Senator now: https://ohiosenate.gov

Check out these Trans Day of Remembrance (TDOR) events occurring throughout Ohio, starting tonight.

LGBTQ+ Ohioans plan events to honor Transgender Day of Remembrance 2023 Across the state, LGBTQ+ Ohioans prepare to honor the many transgender people killed in acts of anti-trans violence this year.

TW/CW: self-harm, su***de

Also known as “Survivor Day,” International Survivors of Su***de Loss Day began in 1999 as a day each year when those affected by the self-inflicted death of a loved one could join together for healing and support. The American Foundation for Su***de Prevention reported in 2016 that su***de was the 10th leading cause of death in the U.S., and unfortunately, it has remained on the top 10 list through today for people ages 10-64. Some groups have higher su***de rates than others, but suicidal thoughts can affect any person at any time.

Often, there are no signs that someone is struggling. But here are some common tips to potentially help a loved one:

1) Don’t be afraid to talk about mental health: Many people might be reluctant to inquire whether a friend or family member is having thoughts of self-harm. But research shows that asking such questions decreases, rather than increases that risk.

2) Help keep them safe: Reducing the person’s access to lethal means can go a long way to preventing a tragedy.

3) Stay in touch: Suicidal thoughts thrive in isolation — just being there for your loved one can help protect against su***de.

4) Encourage them to reach out for help: gently suggest to your loved one to consider therapy or attending a support group.

5) Follow up. After connecting the person in crisis with the support system they need, don’t stop reaching out and checking in. Maintaining a presence in their life can reduce your loved one’s odds of su***de.

People in crisis who called crisis hotlines or warmlines were more likely to experience a lessening of depression and feel less helpless and more hopeful by the end of the call.

Su***de and Crisis Hotline: 988
Su***de and Crisis Text Line: 838255
Crisis Text Line: 741741
Trans Lifeline: 1-877-565-8860
YouthLine (ages 11-21) Text Line: 839863
YouthLine (ages 11-21) Hotline: 877-968-8491
The Trevor Project (ages 13-24) Hotline: 1-866-488-7386
The Trevor Project (ages 13-24) Textline: 678678
PEER Center Warmline (ages 18+): 614-358-8255

Have you lost a loved one to su***de? You aren't alone.

Join T Talks and OSU Center For Belonging & Social Change for an evening of storytelling on Empowering Trans Youth, Uniting Voices, Inspire Change.

Trans-cending: Open mic & Storytelling An evening of storytelling on Empowering Trans Youth, Uniting Voices, Inspire Change. TTalks + OSU Center For Belonging & Social Change.

Attention Allies: please be prepared for a proponent hearing on Tuesday, November 28 and an opponent (that’s us) hearing on Wednesday, December 6. Start drafting letters, emails, phone scripts, and testimony now.

Currently, HB68 + HB6 (gender affirming care + trans student athletes ban) IS NOT OHIO LAW.
**Update** proponent (not us) testimony has been scheduled.
Please prepare your testimony. Opposition (us) will most likely be the first week of December.
The bill has passed the Ohio Republican dominated House and has had one committee hearings in the Republican dominated Senate.
Senate Government Oversight Committee.
Sponsor testimony is complete.
Next steps are:
1. Proponent (not us) testimony 11/28 2pm
2. Followed by Opponent (us) testimony.
3. Senate committee vote.
4. Full Senate debate and vote
5. Governor Signature or Veto

Please tell the Senate Government Oversight Committee members to oppose this:
[email protected]
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Tune in tonight live on Instagram https://instagram.com/humanrightscampaign

Did you miss yesterday’s hearing on HB68, the monster bill banning both gender-affirming medical care and participation in school sports for trans youth?

No, you didn’t. Really. You didn’t.

Only the sponsor of the bill was permitted to speak. He relied on misinformation, stereotypes, and harmful tropes when testifying and avoided direct questions when asked.

These lawmakers do not speak for us. They do not speak for trans children. And they do not speak for you. Contact Rep. Gary Click by phone 📱 614-466-1374; email 📧 [email protected]; or mail 📬 at 77 South High Street, Floor 12, Columbus, Ohio 43215

Lawmaker behind bill blocking gender-affirming care believes care is 'child abuse' - Ohio Capital Journal Rep. Gary Click, R-Vickery, is the sponsor of House Bill 68 which would prevent doctors from giving puberty blockers and hormone therapy to trans youth.

According to the United Nations, the fight against intolerance requires five (5) different factors:

• Law: States and governments shoud act to implement human rights laws.

• Education: Intolerance is frequently caused by ignorance and fear, and it can also be related to an extreme sense of self-worth and pride.

• Access to information: Governing bodies should create policies that protect and encourage press freedom, so that it will allow people to distinguish between facts and opinions.

• Individual awareness: It is important that each individual realizes and is aware of the relation between their actions and the consequences.

• Local solution: Even if intolerance is a global problem because of its prevalence, it is important to know and to remember that local and individual actions can play a key role in order to tackle this important issue. In fact, each individual can participate and has the power to act.


“Tolerance is also the foundation of democracy and human rights.” - UNESCO, 2015

Did you miss the first hearing on HB245, the drag ban?

No, you didn’t.

Only the sponsors spoke, and they do not speak for us—or for you. Contact your representatives today and let them know why art, culture, and freedom of expression is important to you.

7 Quotes from the first hearing to ban public drag performances in Ohio The hearing had a choked-up representative, suppositions and subjective definitions galore...all in under twenty minutes.

Did you know that in 2012, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) declared that transgender workers are protected against employment discrimination on tha basis of s*x under the Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

This Trans Awareness Week, pledge to defend the rights of trans and nonbinary employees .

Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) Discrimination In Bostock v. Clayton County, Georgia, No. 17-1618 (S. Ct.

Ohio House Higher Ed Committee cancelled their hearing this week!
Something positive.
Now only 2 anti-trans bills are having hearings.
HB245 (Drag BAN)
HB68 (Gender affirming care and trans youth in sports BAN)

TransOhio started our Trans Awareness Week by monitoring and deleting over 250 violent, transphobic hate comments and messages, most of which were directed at children and were concentrated on a post honoring U.S. veterans.

As the wave of anti-trans, anti-liberty legislation continues to threaten the lives and existing freedoms of trans, nonbinary, gender nonconforming, and inters*x folks in Ohio (and other states), it’s important to remember that the majority of the general population does not hold such bigoted beliefs. In fact, most of offenders in our posts have newly-created profiles with no friends.

You can observe Trans Awareness Week by pushing back against anti-trans sentiments wherever you see or hear it. This week, the Ohio legislature is moving forward with no less than four (4) bills that will directly negatively impact trans youth. Visit https://www.transohio.org/calls-to-action for information on how you can contact your representatives and senators.

Calls to Action — TransOhio Call to Action Against Fascist Anti-Trans Bills in Ohio Action for 11/14-11/15 Click Here to Download contact information as CSVHow to Submit Testimony for HB 183 and SB 83: Click HereAll other bills are Sponsor Testimony only next week, so please contact legislators, but testimony can’t be submit...

JOIN US for a virtual workshop on November 15 @ 7 pm to learn tips on how to keep your personal information safe while engaging in advocacy work online. To register use the QR Code or follow this link: https://forms.gle/wZG2NBABdqpQxGeo9

Thank you to all of our miliary veterans!

Today is a good day to support Sparta - A Transgender Military Advocacy Organization and Transgender American Veterans Association

ACTION ALERT!

Ohio Republicans are feeling humiliated over the losses at the polls, and they’ve decided to take out their frustration on trans youth.

The drag ban, HB245 has its first hearing on Tuesday, November 14. Then HB183, the bathroom bill, has a hearing on Wednesday, November 15 in the Ohio House. At the same time, HB83, the higher education destruction act, has a hearing in the Ohio Senate. Immediately after, HB68, the monster sports and healthcare ban, has a hearing in the Ohio Senate. Next week is going to be tough for trans youth. NOW is the time to contact your legislators.

Visit https://www.transohio.org/calls-to-action for more information, including a downloadable spreadsheet with the emails and phone numbers of all committee members. Learn more and sign up to be a trans ally at https://transalliesohio.org

Wear your support on your sleeves! Protect trans kids 🏳️‍⚧️ shirt designed by trans youth: all proceeds benefit the Ohio Name Change Microgrants, which provides financial assistance to community members who cannot afford the cost of legal fees.

Donate directly: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/tolegalclinic

Protect Trans Kids Moth | Bonfire Buy Protect Trans Kids Moth merchandise that supports Transohio. Featuring Dark Heather Grey Premium Unis*x Tees, professionally printed in the USA.

All The Only Ones is a new 3-part series from NPR's Embedded. Available now.

“Host Laine Kaplan-Levenson unearths the little known and often neglected history of trans youth in America. We follow the lives of young transgender people today and travel back in time to the turn of the 20th century to meet some of the earliest trans youth documented in American history.”

NPR's new series All The Only Ones explores the lives of trans youth, past & present Laine Kaplan-Levenson will unearth the little known and often neglected history of trans youth in America

Congratulations to Damon Sherry, who beat their Republican opponent by more than 120 votes yesterday, winning a seat to represent Ward 1 residents on the Bowling Green City Council.

Q***r candidate seeks more diversity on Bowling Green City Council ‘I want people to feel they have a voice through me,” says Damon Sherry.

Did you know that the estimated number of inters*x infants who receive nonconsentual, medically-unnecessary surgery to “normalize” ge***al appearance is 2 in 1,000 births?

“Though the discrimination that inters*x individuals and transgender individuals face stems from the same social, medical, and political forces that want to enforce binary notions of biologically based s*xual difference, our communities are often pitted against each other. This is because inters*x individuals have to fight to be free from nonconsensual, medically unnecessary surgery, while trans individuals are forced to fight to gain access to medically necessary health care, including some of the same surgical procedures that are performed nonconsensually on inters*x infants. But our communities — at times overlapping — are natural allies in the fight against medical and state control over the autonomy and health needs of our bodies.”