Black History is LGBTQ+ history. This Black History Month, we honor the Black LGBTQ+ leaders and communities whose courage, resistance, and vision shaped the movement for equality—and continue to inspire the fight for liberation today.

Two identical bills, S.199 and H.4756, are moving through the South Carolina legislature and threaten the safety, dignity, and privacy of transgender students. Learn what these bills would do, who they harm, and how you can take action — whether by contacting lawmakers, showing up in person, or tuning in live.

SC Equality is proud to welcome Christine Simmons to our Board of Directors—a leader whose commitment to democracy, equity, and community-centered advocacy reflects the values that drive our movement forward.

Understanding H.4756 and H.4757: What These Bills Mean for Students, Schools, and Families in South Carolina