FreeState Equality

Fighting for maryland's lgbtq+ Community

We are Maryland's newest LGBTQ+ 501(c)4 advocacy organization

Our mission is to strengthen and protect the rights of Maryland’s LGBTQ+ community by advancing policies, candidates, and public discourse that center equity, inclusion, and the lived experiences of those most impacted by discrimination in Maryland.

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FreeState Equality strongly condemns the ongoing violence carried out by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minnesota and across the country. The organization stands in full solidarity with protestors demanding safety, dignity, and justice for their communities. 

FreeState Equality opposes a coordinated package of legislation that targets LGBTQIA+ people, immigrants, young people, and those seeking reproductive health care, including bills restricting gender-affirming care, banning trans students from sports, expanding immigration enforcement partnerships, censoring school content, and rolling back abortion access. 

Trailblazing civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson has passed away Tuesday, February 17th, 2026, as confirmed by his family.  Jackson fought for civil rights alongside Martin Luther King Jr. and will be remembered for his tremendous leadership and contributions to the civil rights movement. He is one of the most celebrated voices in the fight for equality, and his history as a presidential candidate and supporter of LGBTQ+ equity helped bring the fight for LGBTQ+ liberation to where it is today. He fought to unite activists of all backgrounds in the pursuit of equality for all, and we will carry his name and his message every single day in FreeState Equality’s work.  Click the link in our bio to learn how FreeState Equality plans to continue the fight for equity in honor of Reverend Jesse Jackson.
Trailblazing civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson has passed away Tuesday, February 17th, 2026, as confirmed by his family.  Jackson fought for civil rights alongside Martin Luther King Jr. and will be remembered for his tremendous leadership and contributions to the civil rights movement. He is one of the most celebrated voices in the fight for equality, and his history as a presidential candidate and supporter of LGBTQ+ equity helped bring the fight for LGBTQ+ liberation to where it is today. He fought to unite activists of all backgrounds in the pursuit of equality for all, and we will carry his name and his message every single day in FreeState Equality’s work.  Click the link in our bio to learn how FreeState Equality plans to continue the fight for equity in honor of Reverend Jesse Jackson.
DEMAND. ? COURAGE. ? “FreeState Equality opposes a coordinated package of legislation that targets LGBTQIA+ people, immigrants, young people, and those seeking reproductive health care, including bills restricting gender-affirming care, banning trans students from sports, expanding immigration enforcement partnerships, censoring school content, and rolling back abortion access.” - Ronnie L. Taylor, Community Impact Director at FreeState Equality Read Ronnie’s full thoughts and learn about FreeState Equality’s fight against discriminatory legislation at the link in our bio. #Community #Maryland #Advocacy #lgbt #fightback
DEMAND. 👏 COURAGE. 👏 “FreeState Equality opposes a coordinated package of legislation that targets LGBTQIA+ people, immigrants, young people, and those seeking reproductive health care, including bills restricting gender-affirming care, banning trans students from sports, expanding immigration enforcement partnerships, censoring school content, and rolling back abortion access.” - Ronnie L. Taylor, Community Impact Director at FreeState Equality Read Ronnie’s full thoughts and learn about FreeState Equality’s fight against discriminatory legislation at the link in our bio. #Community #Maryland #Advocacy #lgbt #fightback
FreeState Equality Condemns ICE Violence in Minnesota, Stands With Protestors FreeState Equality strongly condemns the ongoing violence carried out by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minnesota and across the country. The organization stands in full solidarity with protestors demanding safety, dignity, and justice for their communities. You can read the full Press Release at the link in our bio. #Advocacy #Protest #Resist #lgbtq
FreeState Equality Condemns ICE Violence in Minnesota, Stands With Protestors FreeState Equality strongly condemns the ongoing violence carried out by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minnesota and across the country. The organization stands in full solidarity with protestors demanding safety, dignity, and justice for their communities. You can read the full Press Release at the link in our bio. #Advocacy #Protest #Resist #lgbtq
So…what’s the difference? ?? Breaking down the differences between FreeState Justice and FreeState Equality, and why we need both of these organizations now more than ever! #Maryland #Nonprofit #LGBT #advocacy
So…what’s the difference? 🌈👀 Breaking down the differences between FreeState Justice and FreeState Equality, and why we need both of these organizations now more than ever! #Maryland #Nonprofit #LGBT #advocacy
TODAY! Help us launch FreeState Equality! ? There’s still time to get tickets for FreeState Equality’s Launch Fundraiser! Join us this evening (Wednesday, December 10th, 2025) from 5-7pm EST at The Brass Tap (1205 W Mt Royal Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21217) for an evening of connection and community with the staff of FreeState Equality.  There’ll be great food, amazing conversation, and insight into how our organization will fight so all policy supports Maryland’s LGBTQ+ communities. Get your ticket now at the link in our bio! #Maryland #Baltimore #LGBTQ #advocacy
TODAY! Help us launch FreeState Equality! 🌈 There’s still time to get tickets for FreeState Equality’s Launch Fundraiser! Join us this evening (Wednesday, December 10th, 2025) from 5-7pm EST at The Brass Tap (1205 W Mt Royal Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21217) for an evening of connection and community with the staff of FreeState Equality.  There’ll be great food, amazing conversation, and insight into how our organization will fight so all policy supports Maryland’s LGBTQ+ communities. Get your ticket now at the link in our bio! #Maryland #Baltimore #LGBTQ #advocacy
TOMORROW! Let’s launch FreeState Equality! ? You’re invited to FreeState Equality’s official launch fundraiser! Join us at The Brass Tap (1205 W Mt Royal Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21217) tomorrow on Wednesday, December 10th, 2025 from 5-7 PM for an evening of connection and community with the staff of FreeState Equality. There’ll be great food, amazing conversation, and insight into how our organization will fight so all policy supports Maryland’s most marginalized communities. Get your ticket now at the link in our bio! #Maryland #Baltimore #LGBTQ #Advocacy
TOMORROW! Let’s launch FreeState Equality! 🌈 You’re invited to FreeState Equality’s official launch fundraiser! Join us at The Brass Tap (1205 W Mt Royal Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21217) tomorrow on Wednesday, December 10th, 2025 from 5-7 PM for an evening of connection and community with the staff of FreeState Equality. There’ll be great food, amazing conversation, and insight into how our organization will fight so all policy supports Maryland’s most marginalized communities. Get your ticket now at the link in our bio! #Maryland #Baltimore #LGBTQ #Advocacy
Help us launch FreeState Equality! ? You're invited to FreeState Equality's FIRST fundraiser ever, officially launching the organization in Maryland! Join us at The Brass Tap (1205 W Mt Royal Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21217) on Wednesday, December 10th, 2025 from 5-7 PM for an evening of connection and community with the staff of FreeState Equality. There'll be great food, amazing conversation, and insight into how this organization plans to create a Maryland where all policy supports this state's most marginalized communities. Get your ticket now at the link in our bio! #Maryland #Baltimore #LGBTQ #Advocacy
Help us launch FreeState Equality! 🌈 You're invited to FreeState Equality's FIRST fundraiser ever, officially launching the organization in Maryland! Join us at The Brass Tap (1205 W Mt Royal Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21217) on Wednesday, December 10th, 2025 from 5-7 PM for an evening of connection and community with the staff of FreeState Equality. There'll be great food, amazing conversation, and insight into how this organization plans to create a Maryland where all policy supports this state's most marginalized communities. Get your ticket now at the link in our bio! #Maryland #Baltimore #LGBTQ #Advocacy
? Meet your inaugural FreeState Equality Team! ?   FreeState Equality plans to hit the ground running in creating a political landscape that meets the needs of LGBTQ+ Marylanders, and that work wouldn’t be possible with our team of tireless advocates:   Phillip Westry, Esq. (he/him) Executive Director   Ronnie L. Taylor (she/her) Community Impact Director   Joel Medina (he/him) Community Engagement and Development Manager   Our staff is ready to fight for Maryland’s most vulnerable — particularly trans and nonbinary folks, Black and Brown communities, those living with HIV, and our LGBTQ+ elders — while holding lawmakers accountable. Learn about how you can get involved at the link in our bio! #lgbtq #advocacy #nonprofit #maryland #baltimore #politics
🩷 Meet your inaugural FreeState Equality Team! 💚   FreeState Equality plans to hit the ground running in creating a political landscape that meets the needs of LGBTQ+ Marylanders, and that work wouldn’t be possible with our team of tireless advocates:   Phillip Westry, Esq. (he/him) Executive Director   Ronnie L. Taylor (she/her) Community Impact Director   Joel Medina (he/him) Community Engagement and Development Manager   Our staff is ready to fight for Maryland’s most vulnerable — particularly trans and nonbinary folks, Black and Brown communities, those living with HIV, and our LGBTQ+ elders — while holding lawmakers accountable. Learn about how you can get involved at the link in our bio! #lgbtq #advocacy #nonprofit #maryland #baltimore #politics
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