OutFront Minnesota

10/12/2026

As an organization that is committed to inclusive democracy, we are deeply troubled by the what we know of the federal raid on Representative Ilhan Omar’s home.

But this is not just about one action against one official - it’s about the cornerstones to our democracy: Free and fair elections, and equal treatment under the law.

This is an alarming escalation at a time when thousands of Minnesota are already voting.

This action follows dangerous statements last week regarding Somali Minnesotans and a troubling pattern of politicized actions towards our state, its elected officials, and our communities.

Political disagreement is a healthy part of the democratic process; political intimidation is not.

This election cycle, we call on candidates and elected leaders to speak up and make clear that politicized attacks on their colleagues and on vulnerable communities have no place in our democracy.

And we urge our communities to continue to exercise our democratic rights - especially our right to vote.

When our democracy is tested, our voices, our votes matter.

Let's keep standing with each other.

10/10/2026

This week the President and other people in positions of power made harmful and offensive statements - including those targeting our Somali community.

OutFront Minnesota stands with our Somali friends and neighbors.

LGBTQ+ Minnesotans know that we must speak up when those in power target any of our communities. When they choose division, we must choose each other.

We are stronger. Together.

10/02/2026

The 988 Lifeline’s Press 3 option for specialized support for LGBTQ+ youth is back.

We’re proud to have stood alongside a coalition of advocates across the country, of which Lower Adirondack Pride was a part, in advocating for the return of this critical resource.

This is what advocacy looks like. When we come together, we can make change happen.

09/30/2026

CALLING ALL GSA ADVISORS!

Join OutFront Minnesota and members of our Minnesota GSA Advisor Network to discuss successes, challenges and support needs around being a GSA Advisor this school year. Event open to GSA Advisors and educators/professionals who work with TQ2S+ youth.

RSVP here: OutFront.org/events

09/29/2026

Voter suppression is not a new issue, but it is a prominent one this year as federal measures around the country attempt to chip away at voter rights–especially for immigrant and disabled communities.

In Minnesota, our Voter's Bill of Rights remains in tact. It's more important than ever that you take advantage of those rights to let make sure your voice is heard. Make your plan to vote early, by mail or in person, at MNvotes.gov today!

09/28/2026

Today, there were two hearings in federal court about Minnesota’s trans-inclusive sports policies. At the same time, the US Department of Education announced the formal rollback of 2024 Biden-era Title IX rules that included protections for LGBTQ+ students.

The timing may be coincidental, but the broader effort to undermine the rights and protections of LGBTQ+ students is ongoing. We know that for many members of our LGBTQ+ community these actions may raise concerns. The good news: essential protections for Minnesotans remain in place.

It’s important for our community to know that Minnesota’s strong protections in education and on the playing field are based in our laws here in the state–not on any administration’s interpretation of Title IX.

The Minnesota Human Rights Act has provided clear and comprehensive protections that prohibit discrimination against LGBTQ+ students and athletes since 1993. In fact, the 2025 decision in the Cooper case brought by our friends at Gender Justice has made clear that our state’s highest court understands what we already know: in Minnesota, inclusion is the law.

Title IX was passed to promote inclusion, not limit it. While opponents of equality push a narrow vision of what Title IX represents, Minnesota has shown the world that inclusion is not a zero-sum game.

There are real issues facing women and girls in sports and schools. Trans people aren’t one of them. Together, Minnesotans can continue to lift up and celebrate our athletes while digging in on the real work and investments needed to see them succeed–no matter who they are.

This remains a challenging time for our LGBTQ+ communities, but here in Minnesota, we are proud of our history of inclusion and we are going to keep working hard to protect the rights of students and athletes–no matter what.

09/23/2026

09/21/2026

09/16/2026

Election Day will be here before we know it–get prepared! Check your registration status, see what's on your ballot, find your polling place, and more at OutFront.TurboVote.org!

You can also vote early in person at county-specific early-voting locations, OR there is still time to request an absentee ballot and vote by mail. Visit MNvotes.gov for more info!

09/14/2026

YOU'RE INVITED to join Trans Northland for our inaugural 2SLGBTQIA+ Health Summit in Duluth on Saturday, October 10th!

Register now at https://forms.gle/z6mtqdcaxgEzTNMz5.

What is this new Summit?
🌟The goal of our Summit is to provide important & necessary content about the LGBTQIA2S+ community. This content is critical at this point in time, especially relating to our transgender and gender expansive community, that's facing an onslaught of attacks on all fronts, including here in the Northland.
🌟Our intended audience includes social workers, case managers, service providers, and advocates who work with LGBTQIA2S+ individuals and families (which is all of you!). We also invite community members and allies to attend.

Our goal is to make this summit accessible to everyone and to fairly compensate our presenters for sharing their knowledge and lived experience, so we are offering a sliding fee scale (from $0-$25+).

Sponsored by our friends at OutFront Minnesota.