Transgender Education Network of Texas|RTs and follows are NOT endorsements|Advocating and educating on behalf of Trans and Gender Expansive Texans
Austin, TX
Joined August 2009
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This bathroom bill is not about safety.
It doesn’t prevent someone
-convicted of rape,
-convicted of sexual assault, or
-on the sex offender registry,
from using a public bathroom.
It DOES prevent me from taking my daughter to the women’s restroom, even if it’s empty. A joke.
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Republicans claim their bill is meant to protect women, but they can’t answer how it would protect women who might be mistaken for men in public or address the potential for “bathroom police” to harass women.
They dodge the tough questions!
Watch House Democrats hold them accountable.
#txlege
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📥 New statement from a coalition of LGBTQ+ groups in Texas who are ringing the alarm about TX Republicans’ intentions to use the special session to pass a “bathroom bill” (something they’ve tried and failed to do since 2017). #txlege @TransTexas @EqualityTexas @HRC
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Andrea Segovia, senior policy director for @TransTexas, says "separate but equal" legal argument used in HB 229 was used to uphold segregation laws + it is wrong.
"Trans Texans have been and continue to be terrified of the future. They're your constituents, too."
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Thank you @TransTexas and Senator @MollyforTexas for highlighting the anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation being heard in the Senate floor! We appreciate your efforts in keeping our communities informed.
Call your elected officials and voice your opinions on these bills today.
#txlege
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We are devastated by the tragic loss of Tahiry Broom, a 29-year-old Black trans woman who found killed in Michigan. Tahiry was described by loved ones as a brilliant, beautiful soul, a daughter, sister, and friend whose warmth and presence brought joy to those around her.
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Our team & partners - @CypressFPSTX, @studentsengaged, @TransTexas, @NCSE, @Immunize_USA, @Jon_RosenthalTX - are advocating for an honest and accurate education @CyFairISD’s board meeting. The board is considering censoring several topics from science textbooks. #teachthetruth
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💜 It's Majestic Ball Week 💜 We're celebrating pride with queer screenings in the Summer Classic Film Series, all leading up to the 3rd annual Majestic Ball party! Plus, celebrate Juneteenth this Wed at the IF THEY TOOK US BACK screening. 🎟️ at austintheatre.org!
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He happily resides in Houston with his wife, child, and two adopted pups. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends through cuisine and sports.
Thank you to Emmett and all our AAPI partners for their commitment to making this state a #TXForAll! 🤠
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Emmett is a trans man, Houstonian, an immigrant from South Korea, and an adoptee.
Emmett’s ferocious, community-focused, and no-nonsense approach to the work has led him to many recognitions. In 2022, he was named one of “TIME’s 100 List of Most Influential People in the World.”
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Every Friday in #AAPIHeritageMonth, we will be uplifting an AAPI advocate who is leading and championing the advancement of social issues, equity, and justice in Texas!
This Friday's spotlight goes to @TransTexas' Executive Director, Emmett Schelling!
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“This is an urgent moment” Ricardo Martinez, CEO of Equality Texas told The Advocate. “It comes down to whether or not we want government interference in our daily lives... If we allow... the rights of some to be trodden upon... [it] will happen to others.”
United Nations urged to investigate Texas’ anti-LGBTQ+ legislation as ‘human rights crisis’ (exclusive) advocate.com/news/united-nat…
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“What we argue in our letter is that it’s not about each individual bill passed by the Legislature, but the whole policy that attacks the rights and dignity of LGBTQIA+ persons in Texas," said Ariel Dulitzky, Director of @UTLawHRClinic
@TexasStandard
texasstandard.org/stories/un…
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“It’s the fight for our ability to have agency over our bodies.”
During Queer History Month, we invited Emmett Schelling, Executive Director of @TransTexas, to join us for this episode of Gaslit, where we talk about trans history and more!🗣️
🎧: lilithfund.org/gaslit-a-repr…
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Immigrants belong in Texas.
Immigrants belong in Texas.
Immigrants belong in Texas.
Immigrants belong in Texas.
Immigrants belong in Texas.
Immigrants belong in Texas.
Immigrants belong in Texas.
Immigrants belong in Texas.
Immigrants belong in Texas.
Immigrants belong in Texas.
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“State Republicans’ fixation on dismantling our public education through voucher schemes has not only failed but has exposed a blatant disregard for the future of all Texas children.” Rocío Fierro-Pérez / TFN Political Director
tfn.org/texas-legislature-si…
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URGENT ACTION: Make a call to STOP vouchers scams in Texas! HB 1 would divert taxpayer dollars from serving students in our public schools to benefit unregulated and religious private schools that are not required to serve every Texas child. Call NOW: act.newmode.net/action/stop-… 📝
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Election Day is finally here. Know your rights when voting.
ALT A red graphic with text that reads "Know your rights on election day If the polls close while you're still in line, stay in line – you have the right to vote. If you make a mistake on your ballot, ask for a new one. If the machines are down at your polling place, ask fr a paper ballot. If you run into any problems or have questions on Election Day, call the Election Protection Hotline: 1-866-OUR-VOTE" In the bottom left is a white ACLU logo, and in the bottom right reads "vote your values, fight for your rights" over a graphic of a hand putting a ballot into a ballot box. There are graphics of stars, exes, and check marks on the graphic.