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SMYAL

@smyal.bsky.social

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We are a youth organization that has been empowering & supporting LGBTQ+ youth since 1984 🏳️‍🌈✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽✊🏼✊🏻🏳️‍⚧️

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SMYAL @smyal.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

RSVP here: bit.ly/diversityofpridemay13 (2/2)

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SMYAL @smyal.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

Please join us tomorrow night (Tuesday, May 13 from 6-8 pm) for our Diversity of Pride Party 🏳️‍🌈 at Goethe-Institut (1377 R St. NW). We’re announcing the WorldPride event lineups for all eight Diversity of Pride orgs — plus DJ Tezrah, rooftop views and an open bar! (1/2)

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Power Station @powerstation.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

@smyal.bsky.social is a vitally important #nonprofit that allows #LGBTQ youth to exist in safe spaces and to feel seen, heard and understood. Please listen to and share my conversation with its amazing leader Erin Whelan. bit.ly/3EwofmK

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We see the lives of LGBTQ individuals and youth at risk

In 1984, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the LGBTQ community was pushing back hard against prejudice, transphobia and the failure of the public health system to meet dire medical needs. When queer y

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SMYAL @smyal.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

This year's theme is 'Defyning Privacy', so come dressed in your best Wicked outfit! We can't wait to see you there!

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SMYAL @smyal.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

You're invited to join us for the LGBTQ+ and Allies Afterparty, held in conjunction with the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) annual conference! One of our largest beneficiary events of the year, a portion of funds received benefits SMYAL!

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SMYAL @smyal.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

and also highlighted the importance of supporting DC's queer and trans community. Learn how you can get involved and show your support for the movement by clicking the link in our bio and reading the article! (4/4)

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SMYAL @smyal.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Executive Director of SMYAL Erin Whelan and CEO & Founder of HME Consulting, Heidi Ellis, teamed up and wrote an op-ed for the Washington Blade on Monday. They called on the Mayor's office and local DC leadership to stand up for the LGBTQ+ community socially and financially + (3/4)

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SMYAL @smyal.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

+This moment is familiar. And this moment requires us to act...The question before D.C.’s leaders is clear: Will you choose to look the other way or will you join us in taking action?" (2/4)

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SMYAL @smyal.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

"From the Lavender Scare to Stonewall to ACT UP, from the fight for marriage equality to the ongoing battle for trans rights, queer warriors have long known what it means to survive government neglect, societal backlash, and moral panic. Their testimonies warn us: This moment is severe. + (1/4)

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