The Fight for Dignity Is Happening Now: S.199 Returns February 18

Love Wins: The Couples Who Show Us Why the Fight Mattered

Before Love Won: The Fight for Marriage Equality in South Carolina

Discover how love wins in South Carolina. SC Equality has lead the fight for marriage equality and advocating for a South Carolina where EQUAL MEANS EVERYONE

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.

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 LGBTQ Legal Rights in South Carolina. There are local, state-wide, and federal protections. Reach out to a trusted attorney to learn more about your rights.

Introducing the 2025 Giving Tuesday Campaign