LGBTQI+ children continue to be the target of harassment and bullying at school.

On #DayOfNoSilence , I’m joining the Congressional Equality Caucus by remaining committed to never being silent when LGBTQI+ students’ rights and safety are at risk.

A little rain can't stop me and the rest of the Congressional Equality Caucus from rising up for LGBTQ+ youth. Thank you to all of the brave parents and students for sharing their stories.

On #DayOfNoSilence , we join GLSEN and hundreds of thousands of queer students and their allies in protest of discriminatory, anti-LGBTQI+ school policies & laws across the US. The time for silence is over.

Our members will always have LGBTQI+ students' backs.

LGBTQ+ students deserve to learn, play, and grow in school without the fear of bulling from their peers or politicians. On the annual Day of No Silence, I'm proud to introduce this resolution calling on us to prioritize the safety of LGBTQ+ students. takano.house.gov/newsroom/press…

Republicans have filed 55+ anti-LGBTQIA+ bills in the U.S. House this Congress alone, many of which target students.

We're speaking out. On #DayOfNoSilence , the Congressional Equality Caucus will continue fighting to protect LGBTQIA+ students across the U.S.

As a gay teen myself, I struggled. The hateful messages I received took a real toll on my mental health.

On top of that, today, Republicans across the country are pushing anti-LGBTQ+ bills that target queer students.

We won't give in to their hate and cynicism. #DayOfNoSilence

I met with Human Rights Campaign Nevada to discuss the importance of supporting the Equality Act and stopping attacks at the state and federal level against the LGBTQ+ community.

As a member of the Congressional Equality Caucus I am fighting for all people to be treated with dignity and equality under the law.

On #NYHAAD , I’m joining my Congressional Equality Caucus colleagues in committing to fighting for young people’s access to HIV testing and treatment.

Together, we can beat HIV!

Almost half of young people living with HIV don’t know they have HIV.

As a vice chair of the Congressional Equality Caucus, I’m committed to fighting for better health education and to ensure young people have access to HIV testing and treatment.
#NYHAAD

On National Youth HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, let's unite to empower our youth with knowledge, support, and resources to combat this epidemic. Together, we can break the stigma and ensure access to vital care and education for all. #EndTheStigma

Almost half of young people living with HIV don’t know they have it. They deserve an education that will protect their health and leaders who will advocate for their access to care.

With Congressional Equality Caucus, I’m working to end the HIV epidemic and fight for young people. #NYHAAD

Almost half of young people living with HIV do not know they have HIV. #NYHAAD

As a Member of the Congressional Equality Caucus, I am committed to investing in research and education to combat HIV’s spread among young people.

Find HIV testing & treatment resources: hiv.gov

In states with anti-LGBTQ laws, hate crimes against those students have more than quadrupled.

In today’s Appropriations hearing, Education Secretary Miguel Cardona reaffirmed his support for our community & commitment to combating instances of bullying & harassment in schools.

Almost half of young people living with HIV don’t know they have HIV. Together, we can make meaningful investments in research and education to combat HIV’s spread among young people. Find resources for HIV testing & treatment at hiv.gov. #NYHAAD

On National Youth HIV & AIDS Awareness Day, I'm joining the Congressional Equality Caucus in renewing my commitment to fighting for young people’s access to HIV testing, prevention, and treatment. #NYHAAD

On Monday, we joined LGBT Congressional Staff Association in welcoming several LGBTQI+ state legislators to the Hill for a discussion on the fight for equality in state legislatures.

Thank you to RI Sen. Tiara Mack, FL Sen. Shev Jones, VA Del. Rozia Henson, & GA Rep. Sam Park for coming!

In 2021, youth aged 13-24 accounted for 19% of new HIV diagnoses in the United States.

As a member of the Congressional Equality Caucus, I am working with my colleagues to expand access to HIV/AIDS testing and treatment. It is essential for our young people to get the care they need.

Tomorrow is the birthday of Dolores Huerta, a U.S. Department of Labor Hall of Honor inductee who has been a lifelong advocate for the rights of immigrants, women, minorities, at-risk youth and LGBTQI+ Americans. Learn more about her amazing story: dol.gov/general/aboutd…

Almost half of young people aged 13–24 with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) do not know they have it. Getting tested can direct those who are HIV-positive to life-changing resources. Find resources from CDC at bit.ly/3PQyVzg.

Thank you dawnstaley for speaking up. Trans rights are human rights, and no person should be excluded from a sports team just for being who they are. apnews.com/article/march-…