Protect Trans South Carolinians:
NO to S.162
Take Action Now
S.162 is a direct attack on the trans community, making it impossible to legally change their gender on their IDs (identity documents) outside of restrictive scenarios. This bill would make life harder and less safe for trans South Carolinians, forcing identity documents to be mismatched and not reflect their gender identity. This bill also harms intersex people by placing a restrictive 12-month-since-birth timeline to make decisions and changes.
S.162 does not solve a real problem or reflect reality. It creates new ones by denying people accurate identity documents, singling out transgender and intersex people, and making daily life harder and less safe for South Carolinians.
Write a letter today to tell the SC Senate Medical Affairs Committee to vote NO to S.162.
Welcome to the Board!
Christine Simmons
Joins the SC Equality Board of Directors!
Christine Simmons is a community organizer, activist, and local Democratic leader in Richland County who recently joined the SC Equality Board of Directors. She is the founder of Soda City Dems and brings years of experience in grassroots organizing, civic engagement, and advocacy for women and LGBTQ+ communities. A former candidate for Mayor of Arcadia Lakes, Christine was widely recognized as a thoughtful listener and effective communicator who prioritized connection and inclusive leadership. With more than two decades of experience in human resources, she brings valuable expertise in organizational effectiveness and culture-building. Christine is dedicated to strengthening SC Equality’s impact and advancing equality across South Carolina through strategic advocacy and coalition-building.
Advocating for Change
Join us in our mission to advocate for LGBTQ rights and promote equality through legislative actions and education.
Promoting Equity, Living Proudly
Our Mission
Our Focus
To secure equal civil and human rights for all lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender South Carolinians and their families.
SC Equality is dedicated to uplifting the LGBTQ community through education, outreach, and advocacy efforts across the state.
