A series of three murders in Tampa involving gay victims sparked concern about an increase in hate crimes, specifically targeting LGBTQ individuals.

JACKSONVILLE, FL -- Today, after years of hard work and advocacy from the local LGBTQ residents, businesses owners, faith voices and community leaders, the Jacksonville City Council has voted to ban discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity and expression by a 12 to 6 vote.

EQUALITY FLORIDA TO HONOR LISA LA MONICA AT ANNUAL GALA;
ALBERTO CARVALHO, SUPERINTENDENT OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY
PUBLIC SCHOOLS, TO PRESENT AWARD

Sunday, March 12 at Nobu Hotel Eden Roc

Equality Florida to Honor Tech Data Executive at Annual Gala

John Tonnison, Tech Data’s Executive Vice President, Cloud Computing and CIO,
will receive the Voice for Equality Award at Equality Florida’s Tampa Gala

EQUALITY FLORIDA TO HONOR KIMBERLY MAZAUSKAS
AND COMPASS INC.
AT 4th ANNUAL PALM BEACH GALA

Sunday, February 19 at Lake Pavilion

Info below on the Women's March on Florida was gathered from the the wonderful folks at State Voices.

Thank you for calling in to our Post-Election Tele-Town Hall. As promised, below is a summary of what was discussed on tonight’s call along with important resources. You can also find out more and register for our Annual Lobby Days - being held on March 20 and 21 - by visiting: eqfl.org/lobbydays. We need your voice in Tallahassee this legislative session more than ever!

Meet The Interns: Kyler Sares
Field & Advocacy Intern Based in Tampa