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September 29, 2023
Remembering Senator Dianne Feinstein
The loss of Senator Dianne Feinstein as an advocate and champion is immeasurable. Her deep roots in the queer community, forged as a city council member in San Francisco and shaped by her relationship with Harvey Milk, contributed to her unwavering support for LGBTQ people.
August 24, 2023
Iconic Drag Performer Latrice Royale and Actor Dyllión Burnside to Host National LGBTQ Task Force 50th Anniversary Gala
The National LGBTQ Task Force welcomes iconic drag performer and actor Latrice Royale and award-winning actor, singer, and filmmaker Dyllón Burnside as emcees of the 2023 National LGBTQ Task Force 50th anniversary fundraising Gala.
July 27, 2023
Dominique Jackson to Receive National Leadership Award
Actress, model, and activist Dominique Jackson will receive the 2023 National Leadership Award, an honor awarded yearly to an advocate who has helped further the National LGBTQ Task Force’s mission to advance freedom, justice, and full equity for all LGBTQ+ people.
July 20, 2023
2023 Gala Presenting Sponsor: St. John’s on the Lake United Methodist Church
St. John’s on the Lake United Methodist Church is the Presenting Sponsor of the 2023 National LGBTQ Task Force Gala, which will be held on October 14.
June 16, 2023
Meet Constance Collins
We are proud to present the 2023 McIntyre Community Service Award to Mx. Contance Collins, JD.
June 8, 2023
2023 Gala Theme: Forever Strong, Unapologetically Queer
Now is a time to stand tall in our power, and we are announcing our theme for the 2023 National LGBTQ Task Force Gala: Forever Strong, Unapologetically Queer
May 25, 2023
Leading LGBTQ+ Advocacy Organizations Raise the Alarm to Business Community on Coordinated Anti-LGBTQ+ Attacks; Call on Target To Lead
Recent pushback against businesses such as Anheuser-Busch and Target, blatantly organized by extremist groups, serves as a wake-up call for all businesses that support the LGBTQ+ community.
April 13, 2023
Missouri’s Anti-Trans “Emergency Rule”
“The actual emergency here is the one now faced by transgender children and adults in Missouri, in the wake of this dangerous and completely wrong act by the Attorney General of Missouri.” – Kierra Johnson, Executive Director, National LGBTQ Task ForceGet Updates, Actions, and Events
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May 18, 2023
National LGBTQ Wall of Honor 2023 at the Historic Stonewall Inn
The International Imperial Court System and the National LGBTQ Task Force are honoring seven legends of the LGBTQ movement as 2023 National LGBTQ Wall of Honor inductees at the historic Stonewall Inn.
March 31, 2023
National LGBTQ Task Force Debuts New Podcast Series Highlighting 50 Years of Advocacy, Organizing, and Intersectionality on International Transgender Day of Visibility
The National LGBTQ Task Force – the country’s oldest LGBTQ+ advocacy organization – launched a new limited podcast series in honor of their 50th anniversary. Movement Moments: The National LGBTQ Task Force at 50 will span 6 episodes and feature deep discussions on topical issues facing the LGBTQ+ community today, including attacks on the trans community and the role of faith in the movement while also reflecting on key moments throughout National LGBTQ Task Force history.
December 15, 2022