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# Equality Michigan Action Network

Equality Michigan is Michigan’s premiere anti-violence and political advocacy organization serving the LGBTQ community for over 25 years and counting.

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- [Equality Michigan Action Network Launches “Reclaiming MI Pride” 2026 Statewide Movement Building Campaign](https://equalitymiaction.org/equality-michigan-action-network-launches-reclaiming-mi-pride-2026-statewide-movement-building-campaign/) - LANSING, MI - Equality Michigan Action Network (EMAN) today announced the launch of its 2026 statewide movement building and voter engagement campaign: Reclaiming MI Pride, a bold and proactive response to the escalating hostility against LGBTQ+ people in Michigan and across the country. In a year that will define the future of our state, Reclaiming
- [Statement from Erin Knott, Executive Director of Equality Michigan, on Corewell Health’s Decision to Halt Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth](https://equalitymiaction.org/statement-from-erin-knott-executive-director-of-equality-michigan-on-corewell-healths-decision-to-halt-gender-affirming-care-for-trans-youth/) - KALAMAZOO, MI - Equality Michigan is discouraged and deeply concerned by Corewell Health’s decision to end access to medically necessary, evidence-based transgender health care for young people. Corewell now joins the University of Michigan as the second major healthcare institution in our state to abandon trans young people, leaving families with fewer and fewer options
- [When Institutions Fail Trans Youth, Our Community Keeps Fighting](https://equalitymiaction.org/when-institutions-fail-trans-youth-our-community-keeps-fighting/) - On Monday night, the University of Michigan/Michigan Medicine announced that they are halting transgender healthcare services for patients under 19 years old. This includes puberty pausers and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Let’s be clear: this care is legal in the United States, legal in Michigan, essential, evidence-based, and life-saving. What This Means for Families Right
- [Equality Michigan Applauds AG Nessel’s Stand for Trans Youth and Eighteen-Year-Olds Following U of M Policy Shift](https://equalitymiaction.org/equality-michigan-applauds-ag-nessels-stand-for-trans-youth-and-eighteen-year-olds-following-u-of-m-policy-shift/) - KALAMAZOO, MI — Equality Michigan extends our deep gratitude to Attorney General Dana Nessel for her strong and unequivocal condemnation of the University of Michigan’s decision to halt safe, legal, evidence-based healthcare for transgender youth and eighteen-year-olds. At a time when trans young people and their families are facing increasing fear, uncertainty, and political attacks, AG
- [University of Michigan Halts Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth](https://equalitymiaction.org/university-of-michigan-halts-gender-affirming-care-for-trans-youth/) - Statement from Erin Knott, Executive Director of Equality Michigan, on the University of Michigan's Decision to Halt Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth KALAMAZOO, MI — Equality Michigan is deeply disappointed and concerned by the University of Michigan’s decision to halt access to medically necessary, evidence-based care for transgender youth under the age of 19. This action
- [Equality Michigan Action Network Responds to U.S. Supreme Court Decision in U.S. v Skrmetti](https://equalitymiaction.org/equality-michigan-action-network-responds-to-u-s-supreme-court-decision-in-u-s-v-skrmetti/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 18, 2025 This morning, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling in U.S. v Skrmetti to uphold Tennessee’s categorical ban (SB1) on hormonal therapies for transgender youth. This is a devastating loss for trans youth and their families, and Equality Michigan Action Network condemns this decision in the strongest possible terms. But,
- [A Force for Equality - LGBTQ+ Michiganders Show Up Strong at 2025 Capitol Day](https://equalitymiaction.org/a-force-for-equality-lgbtq-michiganders-show-up-strong-at-2025-capitol-day/) - On May 14, 2025, LGBTQ+ Michiganders and allies took over the halls of power in Lansing and they made it clear: we are here, we are watching, and we are demanding action. Equality Michigan’s 2025 LGBTQ+ Capitol Day brought together 265+ passionate advocates from every corner of the state. From Marquette to Monroe, we showed
- [Michigan Senate passes HBs 5300-5303; Sending them to the Governor](https://equalitymiaction.org/michigan-senate-passes-hbs-5300-5303-sending-them-to-the-governor/) - The Michigan Senate has voted 20 - 18 to pass House Bills 5300 and 5303, modernizing Michigan's legal name change process and enshrining transgender Michiganders' access to self-determination on birth certificates. These bills remove archaic, harmful, and inequitable restrictions in our State's legal name change process such as arduous fingerprint criminal background checks, presumptions of
- [Trump's Executive Orders Are Vague, Confusing, & Meant to Create Chaos](https://equalitymiaction.org/trumps-executive-orders-are-vague-confusing-meant-to-create-chaos/) - Within the first days of the Trump Administration, there have been multiple attacks directed toward the LGBTQ+ community and personal freedom. These Executive Orders are intentionally vague, confusing, and meant to create chaos. Executive actions do NOT have the authority to override the United States Constitution, federal statutes, or established legal precedent. Many of these
- [The work is far from over: The road ahead for LGBTQ+ advocates in Michigan](https://equalitymiaction.org/the-work-is-far-from-over-the-road-ahead-for-lgbtq-advocates-in-michigan/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Nov. 6, 2024 Contact:Erin Knott, Executive Directoreknott@equalitymi.org Loss of Democratic majority is a setback, but reminds us of our collective resilience KALAMAZOO, Mich. — LGBTQ+ Americans and their allies have been watching closely to see the outcomes of national, state and local elections and the impacts they will have on the future. As
- [PRESS RELEASE: Equality Michigan Action Network Releases List of Endorsements and Approved Candidates for the 2024 Election](https://equalitymiaction.org/press-release-equality-michigan-action-network-releases-list-of-endorsements-and-approved-candidates-for-the-2024-election/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 3, 2024Erin Knotteknott@equalitymi.org269.910.6909 MICHIGAN – To kick off LGBTQ+ Pride Month, Equality Michigan Action Network is announcing its initial round of official endorsements for the 2024 election. These endorsements reflect our commitment to supporting LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates who champion LGBTQ+ rights, equality, and inclusion. Equality Michigan Action Network endorses viable
- [FACT SHEET FOR CAMPAIGN REPORTERS: BEST PRACTICES FOR COVERING LGBTQ PEOPLE AND TOPICS](https://equalitymiaction.org/fact-sheet-for-campaign-reporters-best-practices-for-covering-lgbtq-people-and-topics/) - February 27, 2024 GLAAD and Equality Michigan have prepared a fact sheet for reporters and voters in Michigan about LGBTQ people and the issues that will be central to the 2024 election. We’ve also included guidance and best practices for journalists to accurately include LGBTQ people in your campaign coverage. Equality Michigan’s Director of Advocacy
- [Senate Legislation Would Lower Costs of Prescription Drugs](https://equalitymiaction.org/senate-legislation-would-lower-costs-of-prescription-drugs/) - Equality Michigan Action Network announces support of the proposed Prescription Drug Affordability Board, which will tackle crisis of skyrocketing cost of prescription drugs. LANSING, Mich. (Sept. 11, 2023) — The high cost of prescription drugs is a growing crisis for many Michigan residents while big pharmaceutical companies rake in profits with little accountability. Lifesaving medications
- [Ten Major Healthcare Organizations Call on Michigan Legislature to Send Conversion Therapy Ban to Gov. Whitmer Without Delay](https://equalitymiaction.org/ten-major-healthcare-organizations-call-on-michigan-legislature-to-send-conversion-therapy-ban-to-gov-whitmer-without-delay/) - LANSING — Following today's passage of a bill banning conversion therapy statewide by the Michigan House of Representatives, ten major healthcare organizations have joined the Human Rights Campaign and Equality Michigan in calling on Michigan legislators to send the bill to Gov. Whitmer’s desk without delay. Human Rights Campaign Vice President of Legal Sarah Warbelow released
- [Michigan Passes the Elliott Larsen Civil Rights Act amendment!](https://equalitymiaction.org/michigan-passes-the-elliott-larsen-civil-rights-act-amendment/) - Over 46 years, activists, leaders, and community changed Michigan and transformed the landscape, making justice possible for ELCRA. Michigan’s Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act (ELCRA) was first passed in 1976 to prohibit discrimination on the basis of "religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, familial status, or marital status" in employment, housing, education, and
- [Michigan Needs to Pass Common Sense Gun Violence Prevention Solutions](https://equalitymiaction.org/michigan-needs-to-pass-common-sense-gun-violence-prevention-solutions/) - Gun violence is a public health crisis and the number one cause of death among children in the U.S. This crisis has been going on for so long that we have become apathetic to the tragedies we have created. All Michiganders deserve the freedom to watch a movie in a theater, shop for groceries, go out dancing, be in their place of worship, or go to school without being afraid that a person with a gun will open fire. We need common-sense gun safety laws so that we can enjoy our communities without the fear of being harmed
- [How attacks on drag queens in Howell foreshadowed the right's national anti-LGBTQ+ push](https://equalitymiaction.org/how-attacks-on-drag-queens-in-howell-foreshadowed-the-rights-national-anti-lgbtq-push/) - Originally published for Michigan Advance. A seemingly impromptu objection to a scheduled drag queen performance in Howell nearly a year ago has spurred proposed GOP legislation seeking to bar schools from hosting such performances and allowing parents to sue if they do. In early July 2021, Livingston County Republican Party Chair Meghan Reckling posted on Facebook that
- [More than 75 Michigan religious leaders sign on in support of LGBTQ+ civil rights](https://equalitymiaction.org/more-than-75-michigan-religious-leaders-sign-on-in-support-of-lgbtq-civil-rights/) - LANSING — As the Michigan House of Representatives prepares for a vote on Senate Bill 4, an amendment to Michigan's Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to extend protections based on sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, Equality Michigan has mobilized more than 75 religious leaders representing thousands of Michiganders to call upon the House to pass the amendment. Numerous
- [Extensive Legislation & Bans Has a Direct Negative Impact on LGBTQ+ Youth](https://equalitymiaction.org/extensive-legislation-bans-has-a-direct-negative-impact-on-lgbtq-youth/) - The Trevor Project's 2022 Survey finds a concerning trend that LGBTQ+ youth mental health is negatively impacted by anti-LGBTQ+ legislation. In 2022, there were more than 300 anti-LGBTQ+ laws introduced in the United States, easily smashing the record set the previous year. The Trevor Project’s 2022 National Survey on LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health captured the
- [Governor Whitmer Champions Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act in State of the State Address](https://equalitymiaction.org/governor-whitmer-champions-elliott-larsen-civil-rights-act-in-state-of-the-state-speech/) - Gov. Whitmer doesn’t just highlight the importance of ELCRA, but calls out other states for their anti-LGBTQ+ legislation. Yesterday, Governor Whitmer gave the annual State of the State address in Lansing, MI. Within the speech, Gov. Whitmer discussed lowering MI costs, supporting children, economic opportunity, and personal freedom. She wanted to make sure everyone, especially
- [Vote Before Election Day](https://equalitymiaction.org/feature-post/) - All registered voters in Michigan can vote before Election Day using an “absentee ballot.” You don’t need an excuse or a reason. You can vote before Election Day from home or by visiting your city or township clerk’s office. How do I vote FROM HOME before Election Day? Step 1: Request Your Ballot Complete an
- [Fighting Back Against the Demonization of Children: Mom of Transgender Daughter Speaks Out in "Emily"](https://equalitymiaction.org/emily-release/) - LGBTQ+ Organizations are collaborating in launching a grassroots movement to combat anti-gay and anti-transgender legislation in Michigan, led by Equality Michigan Action Network. https://www.hatewont.win/ NEWS RELEASE: Friday, June 3, 2022 CONTACT: Erin Knott | c: 269.910.6909 | e: eknott@equalitymi.org KALAMAZOO — Equality Michigan Action Network announces the launch of "Emily," an ad encouraging pro-equality parents and allies to step
- [EXCLUSIVE POLL: Americans Reject GOP’s Attacks Targeting Teachers and LGBTQ People as ‘Groomers,’ Oppose Anti-LGBTQ Policies](https://equalitymiaction.org/exclusive-poll-americans-reject-gops-attacks-targeting-teachers-and-lgbtq-people-as-groomers-oppose-anti-lgbtq-policies/) - Originally written for the Gander by Keya Vakil. “People who are different are not the reason that our roads are in bad shape after decades of disinvestment or that health care costs are too high, or that teachers are leaving the profession,” Michigan State Sen. Mallory McMorrow said during a speech on the Senate floor
- [Important Information for Voters with Disabilities](https://equalitymiaction.org/important-information-for-voters-with-disabilities/) - Voters with disabilities have the right to vote privately and independently or to get help casting their ballots. This includes: The right to an accessible polling place The right to an accessible voting machine (in Michigan these are called “Voter Assist Terminals” or “VATs”) The right to in-person assistance from any person that the voter

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- [Home](https://equalitymiaction.org/) - EQUALITY MICHIGAN ACTION NETWORK NETWORK Donate EQUALITY MICHIGAN ACTION NETWORK NETWORK Donate ABOUT Welcome to the Equality Michigan Action Network, the non-partisan political advocacy voice for Michigan’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) community. Formerly the Triangle Foundation, Equality Michigan has been Michigan’s premiere anti-violence and political advocacy organization serving the LGBTQ+ community for
- [About us](https://equalitymiaction.org/about-us/) - About us Welcome to the Equality Michigan Action Network, the non-partisan political advocacy voice for Michigan’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) community. Equality Michigan Action Network has been Michigan’s premiere political advocacy organization serving the LGBTQ+ community for over 25 years and counting. Equality Michigan Action Network engages, educates, and moves political leaders
- [Get Involved](https://equalitymiaction.org/get-involved/) - Get Involved Become an Equality Michigan Volunteer Volunteer with Equality Michigan Action Network Believe it or not, Michigan’s leading lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender organization does all that it does with a rather small staff. The secret to our success? The help of hundreds of dedicated, behind-the-scenes volunteers providing thousands of service hours. They’re involved
- [Laws & Legislature](https://equalitymiaction.org/laws-legislature/) - Laws & Legislature Equality Michigan Action Network engages, educates, and moves political leaders and voters to take action on the issues that matter most to LGBTQ Michiganders. We provide policy expertise, political acumen, and broad-based relationships across the political spectrum to propel our mission: To achieve full equality and respect for all Michigan residents regardless
- [Legislation Tracker - Intersectionally Pro-LGBTQ+](https://equalitymiaction.org/legislation-tracker/intersectional/) - Legislation Tracker – Intersectionally Pro-LGBTQ+ We use technology combined with our policy expertise to monitor important legislation affecting LGBTQ+ Michiganders. From anti-LGBTQ+ bills to bills that make Michigan a safer place for our community, we are prepared to fight and meet every new challenge head on. See the intersectionally pro-LGBTQ+ bills we are tracking below.
- [Legislation Tracker - Marriage](https://equalitymiaction.org/legislation-tracker/marriage/) - Legislation Tracker – Marriage We use technology combined with our policy expertise to monitor important legislation affecting LGBTQ+ Michiganders. From anti-LGBTQ+ bills to bills that make Michigan a safer place for our community, we are prepared to fight and meet every new challenge head on. See the marriage bills we are tracking below. All bills
- [Legislation Tracker - Education & Schools](https://equalitymiaction.org/legislation-tracker/education-schools/) - Legislation Tracker – Education & Schools We use technology combined with our policy expertise to monitor important legislation affecting LGBTQ+ Michiganders. From anti-LGBTQ+ bills to bills that make Michigan a safer place for our community, we are prepared to fight and meet every new challenge head on. See the education and schools bills we are
- [Legislation Tracker - Criminal Justice](https://equalitymiaction.org/legislation-tracker/criminal-justice/) - Legislation Tracker – Criminal Justice We use technology combined with our policy expertise to monitor important legislation affecting LGBTQ+ Michiganders. From anti-LGBTQ+ bills to bills that make Michigan a safer place for our community, we are prepared to fight and meet every new challenge head on. See the criminal justice bills we are tracking below.
- [Legislation Tracker - Anti-Transgender Medical Care Ban](https://equalitymiaction.org/legislation-tracker/anti-transgender-medical-care-ban/) - Legislation Tracker – Anti-Transgender Medical Care Ban We use technology combined with our policy expertise to monitor important legislation affecting LGBTQ+ Michiganders. From anti-LGBTQ+ bills to bills that make Michigan a safer place for our community, we are prepared to fight and meet every new challenge head on. See the anti-transgender medical care ban bills
- [Legislation Tracker - All Anti-Transgender](https://equalitymiaction.org/legislation-tracker/all-anti-transgender/) - Legislation Tracker – All Anti-Transgender We use technology combined with our policy expertise to monitor important legislation affecting LGBTQ+ Michiganders. From anti-LGBTQ+ bills to bills that make Michigan a safer place for our community, we are prepared to fight and meet every new challenge head on. See the anti-transgender bills we are tracking below, or
- [Legislation Tracker - All Anti-LGBTQ+](https://equalitymiaction.org/legislation-tracker/all-anti-lgbtq/) - Legislation Tracker – All Anti-LGBTQ+ We use technology combined with our policy expertise to monitor important legislation affecting LGBTQ+ Michiganders. From anti-LGBTQ+ bills to bills that make Michigan a safer place for our community, we are prepared to fight and meet every new challenge head on. See the anti-LGBTQ+ bills we are tracking below, or
- [Legislation Tracker](https://equalitymiaction.org/legislation-tracker/) - Legislation Tracker We use technology combined with our policy expertise to monitor important legislation affecting LGBTQ+ Michiganders. From anti-LGBTQ+ bills to bills that make Michigan a safer place for our community, we are prepared to fight and meet every new challenge head on. See all the bills we are tracking below, or select an issue
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- [News & Events](https://equalitymiaction.org/news-events/) - News & Events Events 13 May Lansing, MI 2026 LGBTQ+ Capitol Day Lansing, MI View Detail No event found! News Press Release Equality Michigan Action Network Launches “Reclaiming MI Pride” 2026 Statewide Movement Building Campaign LANSING, MI – Equality Michigan Action Network (EMAN) today announced the launch of its 2026 statewide movement building and voter
- [2020 Elections](https://equalitymiaction.org/2020-elections/) - 2020 Elections We Decide 2021 Elect Champions for Our Health Care Now, more than ever, we need champions like Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock who will fight to protect and expand our public health infrastructure in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. That’s why voting in the Jan. 5 runoffs for U.S. Senate is crucial.
- [Voting Location Tool](https://equalitymiaction.org/voting-location-tool/) - Voting Location Tool Michigan Voting Location Siting Tool Developed by the Center for Inclusive Democracy (CID) at the University of Southern California, this interactive web-based mapping tool is designed to assist Michigan officials in the state’s 83 counties. About The Tool The Michigan Voting Location Siting Tool aids election officials in the siting process by
- [Endorsements](https://equalitymiaction.org/endorsements/) - Equality Michigan Action Network 2024 Endorsements The Equality Michigan Action Network engages, educates, and moves political leaders and voters to act on the issues that matter most to LGBTQ+ Michiganders. We provide policy expertise, political acumen, and broad-based relationships across the political spectrum to propel our mission: To achieve full equality and respect for all
- [Protect LGBTQ+ Students](https://equalitymiaction.org/protect-lgbtq-students/) - Protect LGBTQ+ Students School Climate for LGBTQ+ Youth in Michigan Michigan schools are not safe for most lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) secondary school students, according to findings from the GLSEN 2019 National School Climate Survey. In addition, many LGBTQ+ students in Michigan do not have access to important school resources, such as
- [2022 Elections](https://equalitymiaction.org/2022-elections/) - 2022 Elections It's Time to Rise to This Challenge. It's Time to Vote. Michigan Redistricting Maps have been released by the Michigan Independent Citizen Redistricting Committee. Click to see the new congressional, state senate, and state house maps. You can type your address in the upper left-hand corner of each map to see what district
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- [get-support-page](https://equalitymiaction.org/?elementor_library=get-support-page) - get-support-page OFFICE HOURS & LOCATIONS We Decide 2021 Grand Rapids Pride Center: 343 Atlas Ave SE 2nd Thursday each month | 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm HQ Grand Rapids 320 State St SE 2nd Friday each month | 9:00 am – 3:00 pm HOLLAND Call 313-537-7000 ext. 114 for hours and location BAY CITY Unity
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## Events

- [2026 LGBTQ+ Capitol Day](https://equalitymiaction.org/events/2026-lgbtq-capitol-day/) - Michigan Statewide LGBTQ Capitol Day - 2026 We are at a critical moment for LGBTQ rights in Michigan and across the country. Attacks on our community are escalating, including in the Michigan House of Representatives, where elected officials are voting to take away our rights and trying to use our existence as a tool of
- [Statewide LGBTQ+ Advocacy Day](https://equalitymiaction.org/events/statewide-lgbtq-advocacy-day/) - Join Equality Michigan Action Network, the Michigan LGBTQ Commission, and our partners across the state for a day of unity, advocacy, and meeting with your elected officials to advance and promote LGBTQ equality. Wednesday, May 14th 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Lansing, Michigan When we win, everyone wins! Please fill out the accompanying Google Form
- [#HateWontWin LGBTQ+ Lobby Day](https://equalitymiaction.org/events/hatewontwin-lgbtq-lobby-day/) - Join LGBTQ organizations, community members, and allies from all over Michigan as we converge on Lansing for our second consecutive #HateWontWin Lobby Day! What are we advocating for? Great question! Our primary focus will be on House Bills 5300-5303 that remove unjust barriers to legal name changes and codify access to accurate gender markers for
- [Mission Equality 2023](https://equalitymiaction.org/events/mission-equality-2023/) - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2023 GARDEN THEATER IN DETROIT KEYNOTE PERFORMANCE BY COMEDIAN SAM JAY DOORS AT 7PM We are thrilled to announce our annual fundraiser, Mission Equality, will be held on November 11th at the Garden Theater (3929 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201) with a special keynote performance from comedian Sam Jay! We hope that
- [#HateWontWin Lobby Day](https://equalitymiaction.org/events/hatewontwin-lobby-day/) - Join the #HateWontWin Coalition for Lobby Day at the Michigan Capitol! With your help we will come together with equality voters across the state to lobby our elected officials in support pro-equality policies. Specifically, banning conversion therapy, codifying inclusive identity documents, and establishing a LGBTQ Statewide Commission. Sign up to receive more information. Agenda
- [Mission Equality 2022](https://equalitymiaction.org/events/mission-equality-2022/) - We hope you are as excited as we are for our 2022 Reception: “Mission Equality.” This annual event brings together lawmakers, corporate leaders, and community leaders to build the relationships that form the foundation of our political progress. Ticket proceeds supported our Action Network (501c4, 50%) and Education Fund (501c3, 50%). Join us in person

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