TRAGIC: Denali Berries Stuckey was found dead from a gunshot wound early Saturday morning in North Charleston, SC. She is at least the 12th trans person killed this year. 10 have been killed with a gun, and all 12 were Black women.
Our hearts are with the trans community as they continue to face disproportionate rates of gun violence.
Three years ago today, 49 people were shot and killed, and more than 50 were injured by a hate-filled gunman at #Pulse, an LGBTQ+ nightclub in Orlando, Florida. Today, we remember the victims, unite with the survivors, and pledge to continue fighting for a world free from hatred. #DisarmHate
On National Coming Out Day, we’re reaffirming our commitment to disarm hate and protect LGBTQ+ Americans and their right to live full and joyful lives, free from the threat of gun violence. 🌈
Six years ago today, a white supremacist shot and killed six people and injured four others at the Sikh Temple of Wisconsin in Oak Creek.
Weak gun laws leave America’s marginalized communities in even greater risk of experiencing gun-related hate crimes. We must do more to #DisarmHate.
20% of hate crimes are motivated by anti-LGBTQ prejudices. Let’s elect candidates who will enact stronger gun laws and work to #DisarmHate: Text REGISTER to 644-33 to register to vote.
We must work to #DisarmHate that is driven by prejudice against race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender or gender identity, or other core parts of a person’s identity.
On June 17, 2015, a white supremacist opened fire during a prayer service at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, SC, killing the church’s pastor and eight worshippers. Today we remember the victims, hold their loved ones in our hearts, and renew our commitment to #DisarmHate.
“It is past time to disarm hate.” - Bobby C Martin, and Busy Beaver Button Co’s Buttons Over Bullets contributing artist. Get the full button pack here. #DisarmHate
When guns are are involved in a hate crime, they make threats more credible and empower hate-filled individuals to make fatal decisions. #DisarmHate
For many members of the LGBTQ+ community, especially trans women of color, gun violence is an everyday threat. Learn more about why we need to #DisarmHate here.