As you know, the LGBTQI community in New York State is diverse in many ways. Therefore no single plan can represent all of us. Our state is large with different lived experiences and community needs. We know that to be effective, Equality New York must represent all regions, being careful not to over represent …
Join Equality New York (EQNY) for a 30-Day Wellness Challenge. During the month of April, dozens of New Yorkers will engage in 30 days of wellness practices to help improve their mental, spiritual and physical health. This challenge will help decrease burnout, fuel creativity, and foster self-care. Spread the Word: Join me …
You are invited to attend the annual 2021 NYS LGBTQI Virtual Advocacy Day on Tuesday, April 6, 2021. Advocacy Day is your chance to virtually meet 300+ LGBTQI individuals and allies from around the state. Collectively you will advocate for policies that will lead to a more equitable state for all LGBTQI (Lesbian, Gay, …
2020 was a very challenging year for most New Yorkers. In addition to battling a deadly pandemic, our community was constantly battling the Trump Administration’s anti-LGBTQI policy rollbacks and defending our existence in the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS). All year, Equality New York and our 5,000 members …
We repealed New York’s archaic, unfairly-applied statute on loitering for the purpose of engaging in prostitution also known as the “Walking While Trans” bill. This is so important because Transgender women who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) are disproportionately targeted for arrest because of their identity. This has made …
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Applications for the 2021 Spring LGBTQI Advocacy Institute cohort are now open. Our programming provides the training needed to understand the theoretical and programmatic components of effective organizing, along with the tools needed to implement a successful campaign in local communities. The LGBTQI Advocacy Institute is a joint program run by Equality New York and NYC Pride …
Tuesday, January 26, 2020 PowerOn, a program of LGBT Tech, has selected Equality New York and NYC Pride & Power as a 2021 grantee for their LGBT Tech Grant. The program provides brand new technology to partner LGBTQ+ organizations in hope to build more connections for young people. During the …
December 22, 2020 In just a couple weeks, the NY State Senate & NY Assembly will begin the 2021 session. More specifically, on January 6, 2020, elected officials will convene in Albany, NY to start the process of passing progressive legislation that will keep all New Yorkers protected. If we …
December 16, 2020 The Honorable Andrew M. CuomoGovernor of New York StateNew York State Capitol BuildingAlbany, NY 12224 Regarding: Medicaid Managed Care Pharmacy Benefit Carve-Out to Fee for Service Dear Andrew M. Cuomo, Equality New York is joining dozens of New York State organizations through Save New York’s Safety Net …
