Equality Florida Presents: Trans/GNC/GQ Voices Phonebanking for the HRO

Equality Florida invites you to join us as we spotlight trans*/gender non-conforming/genderqueer stories at our Tuesday phonebank! As we gear up to try and pass an updated Human Rights Ordinance here in Jacksonville, lifting up trans*/GNC/GQ stories and strengthening the bonds of our community will be hugely important. We know from what’s happening in Miami that opposition attacks will center on trans* folks and seek to dehumanize us based on our gender identity or expression. Tuesday evening will be an opportunity for the voices of the trans* and gender non- conforming communities of Jacksonville to be heard and empowered before these attacks ramp up. Please consider attendance as an opportunity to learn and unite as we fight against the discrimination that the LGBT community is currently subjected to in Jacksonville. All trans*/GNC/GQ folks and their allies are welcome! This event will be co-led by guest facilitator Jake Moore from UNF’s LGBT Resource Center. Make your voice heard! Sign up at the link below: https://equalityflorida.wufoo.com/forms/volunteer-to-help-win-the-election/ Our office is located at 650 Park St next to the Jimmy Johns. Parking is located in the back, follow the signs to find us. This event will connect volunteers directly with Jacksonville’s potential voters and volunteers. Our goal is to activate potential voters and volunteers by sharing our stories and educate voters about why this election matters to our community and the future of the HRO. In March, we elected 7 pro-equality council members, leaving us just 3 shy of the 10 votes we need to secure the HRO. The May 19th election will be crucial to determining the fate of the HRO that we have been relentlessly working on since our failed attempt in 2012. If we can elect the candidates that have committed to supporting this ordinance, we can finally right that wrong and move forward as a community! Food and drinks will be provided. We always start with a great training and we'll provide all the materials you'll need, including a script so you'll have a basis for your calls This election is the most vital step in securing rights for the LGBT community in Jacksonville, and the opportunities for involvement are endless. There are multiple outreach shifts available that can be accessed at: https://equalityflorida.wufoo.com/forms/volunteer-to-help-win-the-election/ If you would like more information on our election efforts, contact Karl Bach at karldbach@gmail.com or 904-419-3588