Equality California

History in the making! 🎉 Congratulations to Kamala Harris on this groundbreaking nomination. Here's to shattering ceilings and paving the way for future generations.

We 🫶🏼 this spotlight on Vann Jones, an alumni from our LGBTQ+ Comcast Fellowship. We’re thrilled to see him continue to break the rainbow ceiling! Thank you Comcast CA & the CA LGBT Caucus for being supporting partners in this LGBTQ+ leadership development program.

Fighting for rights through education and advocacy One year after graduation, Vann Jones (Merrill ’23, feminist studies and the history of art and visual culture) works as a freelancer and activist.

Monkeypox cases have been on the rise! Find your nearest free, safe and effective vaccine by visiting myturn.ca.gov today.❤️ 💉

Help end the stigma for people living with HIV. Let's stand with those affected and advocate to expand access to treatment and support. For more info: health.eqca.org

This August, we remember the Compton's Cafeteria Riots of 1966 — where Black and Brown trans women and drag queens led a pivotal stand against police harassment and transphobia. Swipe to learn how this historic event shaped LGBTQ+ rights and transformed San Francisco. 🌈✨

Get your FREE MPOX vaccine while supplies last! Visit go.cdph.ca.gov to make sure you're protected with the most safe and effective method. 💉💪❤️

Continuing with today's endorsements, our non-school board races:

• Alhambra City Council, District 4: YangforAlhambra
• Conejo Recreation & Park District, District 5: Ashley Orozco for CRPD, D5
• Desert Healthcare Board of Directors, Zone 1: Greg Rodriguez for Desert Healthcare District Zone 1
• Rancho Mirage City Council: Elect Rancho Mirage Council Member Michael O'Keefe
• Ventura City Council, District 3: Ryyn Schumacher for Ventura City Council, District 3

To view our full list of endorsed candidates, visit https://www.eqca.org/elections

Today, Equality California is announcing our latest round of endorsements for the November General Election — 13 LGBTQ+ and pro-equality champions running for local office. Read our full statement: https://www.eqca.org/aug-2024-endorsements/

First up, our School Board candidates.

• Atascadero Unified School District: Matt Pennon for AUSD School Board 2024
• Chino Valley Unified School District, Trustee Area 2: Beau McFarland for Chino Valley USD Area 2
• Chino Valley Unified School District, Trustee Area 5: Bobby Omari for Chino Valley School Board
• Hayward Unified School District: Austin Bruckner Carrillo for Hayward Unified School District
• Lucia Mar Unified School Board: Don Stewart
• Rocklin Unified School Board: Brookover4Board
• Santa Clara County Board of Education, Area 4: Jorge Pacheco Jr for Santa Clara County Board of Education
• Temecula Valley Unified School District, Area 2: Angela Talarzyk for TVUSD School Board

We recognize International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples‘ and pay respect to the land we occupy and those who came before us. ❤️

🏳️‍⚧️ TRANS PEOPLE BELONG 🏳️‍⚧️ This August, we celebrate , but every day, we are committed to continuing to fight for their safety and best quality of life.

BREAKING 🚨

Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate. Equality California is excited to support this ticket. Tim Walz is a champion of LGBTQ+ rights and equality for all. Let's get to the White House! 🌴🥥

Join Equality California alongside partner organizations, community members, and LGBTQ+ leaders for the Out for Harris California Organizing Call this Wednesday at 6:00 PM PST! Let’s send Kamala Harris to the White House this November! RSVP here:

Out For Harris California Organizing Call · The Democratic National Committee Please join this briefing from the Out For Harris program as we make space for LGBTQ+ Californians to find how we plan to make Kamala Harris the President of the United States!

Don't forget that second dose! Visit https://go.cdph.ca.gov to schedule your appointment today!🏥⏰💉

You shouldn't have to recover from a natural disaster alone. Visit listoscalifornia.org/recovery to find the Disaster Recovery Resources guide, emergency assistance, free resources, and more.

Thank you, for uncovering the data. We’ve been following these rising numbers and to combat them we're working through our Nosotros VIHviendo program to increase comprehensive resources to enhance preventive care and education!

Young Latino gay men account for nearly a third of new HIV infections, analysis finds More than 40 years since the start of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, studies now show HIV cases nationwide are decreasing, but there is one group seeing a growing number of new HIV cases.

PrEP is a powerful tool for HIV prevention. Learn more about PrEP and take control of your sexual health. For more info: health.eqca.org

MPOX cases are on the rise. The most effective way to protect yourself and your loved ones is to get vaccinated. Visit go.cdph.ca.gov to schedule your appointment today!🏥⏰💉

It’s going to take teamwork to beat the heat, California! Don’t forget to take your breaks, slow down and avoid too much sun during the hottest parts of the day. Check out ready.ca.gov for more extreme heat tips.

It's a positive step forward that doxxing victims in California could soon have the right to reclaim their power. This potential change could bring much-needed protection and justice to those affected. Read more on ' here:

Doxxing victims in California may gain right to sue to ‘bring some power back’ Supporters of a doxxing bill say with few criminal prosecutions, victims need civil suits to seek justice.

TONIGHT! Join Equality California alongside other LGBTQ+ organizations, community leaders, and supporters on a community call to support for President! Let’s unify, rally, and mobilize to get out the vote in November! RSVP here: https://www.mobilize.us/hrc/event/653282/

Must-read piece from Robin Epley at The Sacramento Bee on the importance of . The SAFETY Act is essential legislation for LGBTQ+ youth in California.

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s latest bill signing is a win for transgender students and families | Opinion For a student who is going through puberty or thinking about their gender identity, school may be the only outlet they have to discuss it.

Equality California is proud to endorse Kamala Harris for President of the United States. We look forward to helping her make history as our nation's first female, Black Indian-American President. Read our full statement: https://www.eqca.org/kamala-harris-endorsement/