On October 21, 2024, Washington, D.C. will host a crucial protest against Project 2025 and the alarming surge in anti-trans legislation sweeping the nation. As lawmakers push efforts to erase hard-fought LGBTQ+ protections, this mass demonstration is more than just a gathering—it’s a pivotal stand for equality and justice.
What’s at Stake with Project 2025?
Project 2025 is a conservative framework designed to dismantle essential LGBTQ+ rights, with a particular focus on targeting transgender individuals. Its core agenda seeks to strip away gender-affirming healthcare, weaken anti-discrimination protections, and enforce policies that make it harder for queer youth to access safe education and medical services. The ripple effect of these policies could be catastrophic, emboldening states to escalate their attacks on trans rights and limit access to life-saving care.
Event Details:
- Date: October 21, 2024
- Location: Washington, D.C. (Gather at the National Mall near the U.S. Capitol)
- Time: 9 AM arrival
- Essentials to Bring: Protest signs, banners, water, snacks, face masks, and comfortable shoes for the march
- Organizers: Gays Against Guns, Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund (TLDEF), and other advocacy groups are coordinating buses and carpools for attendees traveling from other cities.
Speeches from leading LGBTQ+ activists like Chase Strangio and Sarah McBride will underscore the importance of this moment. The march will cover key locations around the Capitol, amplifying the demand for immediate action against this dangerous legislative agenda.
Can’t Be There in Person?
If you can’t make it to D.C., you can still take part. The event will be livestreamed on platforms like YouTube and Facebook, and remote supporters are urged to participate online using #StopProject2025. Sharing, retweeting, and spreading awareness through social media amplifies the message beyond the streets of D.C. The implications of Project 2025 are immense. It paves the way for federal and state laws to further restrict LGBTQ+ rights, with trans individuals—especially youth—being the most vulnerable. By criminalizing healthcare and enforcing regressive policies, the project threatens the very fabric of progress the community has fought for decades to achieve.
Whether you show up in person or raise your voice online, your participation is critical. The future of LGBTQ+ rights depends on the actions we take today.