National LGBTQ Task Force

Exciting News 🎉 The 2024 @thetaskforce Gala returns to the @miamibeachcc October 19th at 6PM! Join us as we celebrate our theme 'Roots of Progress, Blooms of Hope' for a night of red-carpet entrances, gourmet dinners, live entertainment, and more! This year, we're proud to support our work to #queerthevote and the LGBTQ+ Equity Fund, a collaboration between @miamifoundation and @our_fund_foundation 💪. Together, let's honor our roots, celebrate progress, and project hope for a brighter future together! Become a table sponsor, buy tickets and donate via link in bio! 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ #TaskForceGala #RootsOfProgress #BloomsOfHope

#LasVegas ! Join the staff of the National LGBTQ Task Force as we kick off the #CreatingChangeConference in January 2025 which will be held in Las Vegas! 🟣 Click the #linkinbio to RSVP! Mark your calendars for a night of food, drinks, networking opportunities, and information about how YOU can get involved! Our staff and local community members will talk about the magic that is the Creating Change Conference, now entering its 37th year. 🗓️July 25, 2024 ⏰6:30 pm – 8:30 pm PDT 📍Rio Hotel - Miranda Patio 3700 W Flamingo Rd Las Vegas, NV

In a recent statement, President Biden shared his opposition for gender-affirming care for trans youth. Kierra Johnson shares, “We need the President to stay steadfast in his commitment to equity and justice. We all, regardless of political party, deserve an Administration that values our lives in words and deeds. Health and dignity shouldn’t be too much to ask. In fact, we demand it!” The National LGBTQ Task Force remains steadfast in our commitment to advocating for the rights of transgender and non-binary individuals. We will continue to fight against any policies or rhetoric that seek to marginalize or harm our community. 🟣 Stay tuned to #TheTaskForce for more updates!

#SWIPE to check out how #TheTaskForce celebrated Queer Joy during Pride Month! 🌈 A huge thank you to our amazing staff, board, community members, and volunteers for celebrating #PrideMonth with us! Remember, Pride doesn’t end in June—keep celebrating, showing up, and creating space for your Pride and community EVERY DAY! 🟣 Follow us @thetaskforce for ways you can stay involved with a growing community dedicated to expanding LGBTQ+ advocacy. #PrideMonth #VisibilityMatters #JoyAsResistance #TheTaskForce #LGBTQTaskForce #LGBTQPrideMonth #TransLivesMatter

Thank you to everyone who came out to #TheStonewallInn on Thursday, June 27th to celebrate and honor our #queer pioneers, trailblazers, and heroes being added to The National LGBTQ Wall of Honor at the Stonewall Inn! 🎖 🎥 Couldn’t join us in person? Head to our #Facebook page to watch the livestream! [Image description: A carousel of 10 images from the event mentioned above.]

On Thursday, June 27th, U.S. #Presidential Candidates Joe Biden and Donald Trump convened their first debate for the 2024 Presidential Election cycle. Executive Director of #TheTaskForce , Kierra Johnson shares, “For our community, it was extremely disappointing that not one specific question addressing the #LGBTQ community was asked. Given the level of attacks on LGBTQ people, particularly trans youth, it was an egregious omission.” 🟣 Stay tuned to #TheTaskForce for more updates!

Happy Pride Month! #thetaskforce’s Executive Director, @kierradc , brings greetings and remarks at the 2024 Harlem Pride Celebration Day. 🏳️‍🌈 #PrideMonth #HarlemPride #NYC #lgbtqtaskforce #queerthevote

On June 26, 2024, President Joe Biden issued a pardon to all #LGBTQ service members who were expelled from the military after disclosing their sexual orientation or gender identity. Executive Director of #TheTaskForce , Kierra Johnson shares “We are heartened to know that thousands of wrongly convicted military personnel will have their dignity and benefits restored. Every day many Americans find it harder to maintain their rights and freedoms simply because of their race, sexual orientation, or gender identity... Today’s pardon is a long overdue and celebrated step in the right direction and federal non-discrimination protections would extend immediate relief throughout all federal agencies.” 🟣 Stay tuned to #TheTaskForce for more updates!

As we prepare for the 6th Annual National LGBTQ Wall of Honor ceremony on Thursday, June 27th at 6PM, let’s take a look back at last year’s event! 🎥 Can't join us in-person? Follow us on #Facebook and join us for the live stream beginning at 6:00PM on Thursday, June 27th. This year, we honor: Cecilia Gentili, David Mixner, Abilly Jones-Hennin, Larry Baza, and Sakia Gunn. 📅The ceremony will take place on June 27, 2024, at 6PM. 📍The Stonewall Inn 53 Christopher Street New York City, NY 10014 🔗 Click the link in our bio to RSVP! 🟣 Be sure to follow @thetaskforce and @thestonewallinn for more information! See you there!

For this “X is a Queer Issue” IG Live Conversation, #thetaskforce’s @benjiecoy joined Valencia Bailey, Garden State Equality’s 2024 Sakia Gunn Youth Advocacy Award Recipient discussing Legacy is a Queer Issue! We are so excited to continue these series of conversations highlighting topics that aren’t necessarily seen as traditional “queer issues” – but nevertheless deeply impact #queer folk’s ability to thrive, and live authentic and full lives. 🤔 Do you have some intersectional topics you think we should highlight? DM us! 💬

Join the National Black Justice Coalition on #Facebook live at 3PM for the “Black Facts Influencer’ webinar exploring attitudes within the Black community toward the LGBTQ+ community and policy priorities! 🟣 Follow @nbjconthemove for more.

#TheTaskForce and the International Imperial Court Council are pleased to invite YOU to celebrate our #queer pioneers, trailblazers, and heroes being added to The Stonewall Inn’s National LGBTQ Wall of Honor! 🎖 This Wall of Honor commemorates and recognizes #LGBTQ advocates, creatives, and change-makers who have left an indelible mark on the journey towards LGBTQ equality. 🌈 The Wall, founded by Empress Nicole the Great, Queen Mother of the Americas, was established in 2019. 🏆 This year, we honor: Cecilia Gentili, David Mixner, Abilly Jones-Hennin, Larry Baza, and Sakia Gunn. 📅The ceremony will take place on June 27, 2024, at 6PM. 📍The Stonewall Inn 53 Christopher Street New York City, NY 10014 🔗 Click the link in our bio to RSVP! 🎥 Can't join us in-person? Follow us on #Facebook for the live stream beginning at 6:00PM on Thursday, June 27th. 🟣 Be sure to follow @thetaskforce and @thestonewallinn for more information! See you there! [Image description: Against a white background, the graphic reads “The Stonewall Inn National LGBTQ Wall of Honor. Honoring our pioneers, trailblazers, and heroes. Sponsored by the International Imperial Court Council (est. 1965) and the National LGBTQ Task Force. June 27, 2024. 6PM. The Stonewall Inn (New York City).” On the left side of the graphic is the logo for the International Imperial Court Council and on the right side of the graphic is the logo for the National LGBTQ Task Force.]