On Saturday, April 30th, at the Equality Gala, we celebrated our 42nd-anniversary, our largest fundraiser of the year. You and your generosity made it an amazing night. Your financial gifts sustain this organization and help us expand our programs and outreach. Because of your kindness and support, we are well on our way to reaching our $50,000 goal. We hope you will consider donating so we can hit our goal! Click the link above.

SB615 would require school counselors to "out" LGBTQ+ students before affirming information could be shared with the students regarding sexual orientation and gender identity. Any curriculum would have to be approved by the parent or guardian first. Many LGBTQ+ and gender-expansive students seek guidance and support from educators and school counselors, trusting their training and professional skills regarding sexuality and gender identity development. Were SB615 to become law, school counselors and educators would have to contact parents and guardians, "outing" the student before they can provide resources and information.

You should also know that legislators have inserted restrictions on bathroom access for transgender children and youth into the bill.

We need you to call your Senator and tell them you do not support this bill and want them to oppose it.

“The Spirit asks us to listen to the questions, concerns and hopes of every Church, people and nation. And to listen to the world, to the challenges and changes that it sets before us.” –Pope Francis at the Opening Mass for the Synod

We are holding a listening session at the Equality Center to provide a safe and open environment to those in the LGBTQIA+ community and a place to contribute their voices to this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Rick Martin and Kathleen Nicholas will facilitate this session. Space is limited, so RSVP to Kathleen at [email protected]. If there is enough interest, we will try to have a second session that afternoon to accommodate everyone.

If you do not wish to meet in person or are unavailable on the day of the listening session, please consider filling out the online survey. The Church needs to hear from as many people as possible, especially those who feel marginalized or excluded from the Church. You can find the link for the survey here: https://www.dioceseoftulsa.org/synod-survey

Having affordable, quality health insurance means you have one less thing to worry about. Medicaid offers you and your family peace of mind, and lots of things are covered! Enroll today by visiting healthcare.gov.

First Thursday Art Exhibition:

Tuesday, June 14, 5:30 p.m. 

If the question is beyond her knowledge, she can take the person's phone number and call them back after discussing it with another Legal Aid attorney. She also will accept questions via email or phone if someone does not feel comfortable getting out or coming in. Email is [email protected]. Office phone is (918) 295-9429.

This support group is for women who have gone through gender affirmation surgery or who are on the road to getting surgery. This serves as a place to discuss some of the concerns and changes after surgery as well as share resources amongst one another. A first-time interview is required before attending. Please contact us below to set this up or to ask any questions.

Tulsa County residents:

Check out this survey opportunity from our friends at Tulsa County Extension and the OSU-Tulsa Center for Public Life!

Tulsa County Extension and the OSU-Tulsa Center for Public Life want to focus resources and build partnerships that address the issues that are most important to the people in Tulsa.

Take a few moments to take a survey to share what issues are most important to you and your community using an option below:

Every Wednesday, 12:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m.

Alyssa Bryant is a Staff Attorney at Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma. Alyssa will be assisting members of the LGBTQ+ community with fair housing-related issues. If you believe you've been a victim of housing discrimination, please call her at 918-238-1650, or email her at [email protected]. Please also be on the lookout for upcoming announcements on fair housing presentations, which will be open to the public.

The Equality Act would provide consistent anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ+ Americans in areas like housing, education, federally funded programs, credit, public spaces, healthcare, and more. Tell your Senators it's #EqualityTime. https://lgbtactionlink.org/equality-act

People who identify as LGBTQ+ can still be fired, denied housing, or refused service in many parts of the nation. Passing the #EqualityAct will change that. Tell your Senators to support federal nondiscrimination protections and learn more here: https://lgbtactionlink.org/equality-act

Do you, your partner, or your family members qualify for SNAP or Soonercare benefits? American citizens living in Oklahoma who make less than roughly $19k a year qualify for these free government services, and Tulsa Responds navigators would love to help you get enrolled and support you in the process of using those benefits. In addition, if you have Soonercare but have not updated your contact information with Soonercare in the last couple of months, there is a good chance you will be unenrolled from Soonercare this summer. To get these services or avoid being kicked off Soonercare/SNAP, please make an appointment for assistance at www.tulsaresponds.org/healthinsurance or call 918-900-0918 ext.3 to make an appointment today.

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