Rainbow Rebel Advocates

06/18/2025

11/26/2024

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New Haven is a city that PROUDLY welcomes everyone, no matter who you are, how you identify, or who you love.

Our LGBTQ+ residents add to the strength and vitality of our city, and we’re committed to ensuring our LGBTQ+ residents are fully affirmed, included, and integrated in our civic life.

That’s why I’m proud to share that the City of New Haven has earned a 💯 on the Human Rights Campaign’s 2024 Municipal Equality Index! The annual scorecard examines how inclusive municipal laws, policies, and services are of LGBTQ+ people who live and work there – and it’s gratifying to have the nation’s largest LGBTQ+ civil rights organization acknowledge New Haven’s commitment to LGBTQ+ equality.

While LGBTQ+ rights are sadly under attack in other parts of the country, in New Haven we’re resolved to keeping moving forward towards greater equality, inclusion, and belonging for our LGBTQ+ residents.

11/23/2024

CNN's Anderson Cooper has since confronted Pam Bondi about her obfuscated views on LGBTQ+ communities.

11/21/2024

11/21/2024

Congratulations Mama Dragons! The work you do to create community for mothers of LGBTQ+ children is more needed than ever. We appreciate you.

🎉 Last night in Manhattan, Mama Dragons was honored with GOLD in the Human Rights - Community Spaces category at the Anthem Awards! 🏆 This incredible recognition celebrates the transformative power of community and the work we do to create a safe, supportive space for mothers of LGBTQ+ children.

Community is at the heart of what we do. For every mom who feels alone, we want her to know: you belong here. This award gives us greater visibility to reach even more mothers across the country who need support, love, and guidance during these challenging times. 💜

We are humbled to stand alongside so many inspiring organizations championing human rights and social impact, including GLAAD, United Nations Governor Tim Walz Planned Parenthood World Central Kitchen Rare Beauty The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York Chamber of Mothers. Together, we’re creating a better, more inclusive world. 🌎

Thank you to the The Anthem Awards for this honor, and to every mama in our community—you are what makes this possible. 💕

11/21/2024

Today, we honor Transgender Day of Remembrance.

We remember the transgender and nonbinary individuals whose lives were tragically cut short due to violence and hate. This day serves as a solemn reminder of the work we still have to do to ensure safety, justice, and equality for all members of the LGBTQ+ community.

At Rainbow Rebels, we stand with our trans siblings in the fight for a world where everyone can live authentically without fear.

Learn more about this day and how you can help create change: https://buff.ly/3OaOSib

11/16/2024

Every child deserves the chance to grow up safely, loved for who they are, and supported as they become adults. Our goal isn’t to change kids; it’s to protect and celebrate them, helping trans kids reach adulthood with confidence and joy. 🌈

11/14/2024

46% of transgender and nonbinary young people seriously considered attempting su***de in the past year.

LGBTQ+ young people are not inherently prone to higher su***de risk because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Rather, they are placed at higher risk because of how they are mistreated and stigmatized in society.

Find more information : https://www.thetrevorproject.org/survey-2024/

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11/13/2024

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North Haven Pride will be at BlueBack Square in West Hartford next Sunday, November 17th at 11am at the Pride crosswalk.

Alongside so many amazing Pride groups and community organizations we will continue to stand loudly in this state to protect our rights and voices.

Join us as we listen to various members of the community about what we do next and how we continue showing up!

Parking at Memorial Parking Garage- 75 Memorial Road

11/06/2024

We’re still here. Still fighting. Harder than ever.

Community,
Last night’s outcome may feel like a disappointment and setback, but the LGBTQ+ community is not defeated. We at the New Haven Pride Center stand with you—strong, resilient, and ready to keep pushing forward. If you need a place to gather, reflect, or just breathe, come visit us today. Our team is here to support you with open arms, and we’ll have activities to help ground and center you.
The New Haven Pride Center will continue our mission to protect, uplift, and build power and a community where LGBTQ+ individuals thrive. We as a community have a history of resilience, and together, we will rise to meet this moment, just as we always have. We won’t be shaken by changes in leadership and will fight the way we always have regardless of who is in office. Our commitment to advocacy, support, and unity remains unwavering.
Today, we process and take the time we need. Tomorrow, and every day after, we move forward—stronger and more determined than ever to fight for our rights and our community.
You are not alone. Together, we are powerful.

Rooted in Pride, United in Community,
- New Haven Pride Center

01/31/2024

In case you need some thin mints- here’s a list of trans Girl Scouts selling cookies! 🏳️‍⚧️🍪🏳️‍🌈

This year, consider ordering your Girl Scout cookies from a trans girl scout to make their day!