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12 Unforgettable Moments in Missouri LGBT History

Before we begin, did you know LGBT History Month was founded by a Missourian? Rodney Wilson, a Missouri history teacher, started LGBT History Month in 1994. ...

2017 Legislative Session Begins With Four Pre-Filed Anti-LGBT Bills

Missouri’s legislative session begins today. Four blatantly anti-LGBT bills have been pre-filed in December.…

Another Filibuster Staged By Our LGBT Champions

For only the second time in history, the Missouri Nondiscrimination Act (MONA) was debated on the Senate floor last night. Over the last two days, ...

Have You Been Discriminated Against?

Have you been discriminated at work, asked to leave a public accommodation, or denied housing because you are LGBT? Take the following steps. 1. Report discrimination ...

HHS Advances Health Equity and Protections for LGBT Americans

Last week, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced new rules to advance health equity and reduce disparities in health care for transgender ...

How Governor Nixon’s State of State on Medicaid Impacts the LGBT Community

This evening, Governor Nixon released further information on his budget proposal to expand Medicaid coverage. This news greatly impacts the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender ...

Introducing the LGBTQ PROMO Pride Awardees

Every year during Pride Month, we choose at least one person to honor as our Pride Hero. This year, we are pleased to thank Rep. ...

It Is Critical for PROMO to Have a Presence at the Capitol

“Investigate, Agitate, Legislate” -National Consumer’s League founded in 1899 This is based on the philosophy that if people are aware of the social inequalities and ...

LGBTQ Inclusive Hospitals

To learn more about the policies of Missouri’s Hospitals, check out this map detailing their LGBTQ welcoming policies. About this Map This LGBTQ-inclusive map ...

Meet Dan

It is my privilege and honor to take on the role as Program Coordinator of SAGE of PROMO Fund. As a member of the LGBT ...

Missouri’s Veto Session Is This Week

Missouri’s veto session is September 13. The focus this veto session is set to be on low income nursing housing. Tell legislators to save health ...

One Year Ago Today

One year ago today, we all woke up to the horrific news about the Pulse massacre. That same day was our annual SAGE Summer Celebration. ...

Open Enrollment is Here

The time to enroll is now. Open enrollment is now live. No matter where you live in Missouri, our partners at Out 2 Enroll can you ...

Pi Pizzeria “United in Goodness” – Supporting PROMO, International Institute

Pi Pizzeria today announces a new effort to support and celebrate diversity and Goodness that bring us together in our communities. United in Goodness is ...

Pride For All the Colors: A Reflection on the Rainbow Flag

I never cared for the rainbow flag. I saw it as too flashy, gaudy even. Having only seen it mass produced and put on everything ...

Pride Month Is Being Celebrated Across Social Media

Various companies, stars, and organizations are celebrating LGBT Pride, check out what they are saying on social media below! …

PROMO’s Health Work In Missouri

PROMO’s Health Initiatives In Missouri In an effort to provide a solution to the ever-growing health disparities faced by LGBT Missourians, PROMO’s journey ...

The Day After

Yesterday, voters across the state and across the country went to the polls and voted in what was arguably one of the most important elections ...

The Missouri Nondiscrimination Act is Introduced In the House & Senate for the 19th Year in a Row

For the 19th year in a row the Missouri Nondiscrimination Act (MONA) has been filed in the Missouri House and Senate. This legislation was first ...

Top 3 Flags To Know The History of This Month

A number of symbols have been adopted and widely used throughout pride festivals since the 1970s in order to represent multiple sexual orientations and gender ...

Top 9 Moments of 2016

The year 2016 was yet another historic year. Here were the top LGBT moments in 2016, in no particular order. 1. Missouri Democrats staged a historic filibuster in ...

Victory: The Affordable Care Act is Saved!

Last night the Senate rejected a “skinny” repeal of the Affordable Care Act. Check out how each Senator voted. A huge thanks to all of ...

Visiting A Healthcare Provider? Know Your Rights

When LGBT Missourians visit their healthcare provider they often do not know or understand their rights as patients. Knowing your rights makes it easier for ...

What Is Happening At the Capitol This Week

In 2016, we spent the majority of our time in legislative session defeating the anti-LGBT SJR 39. So far this year, we have been successful in stopping ...

What To Do If You Or Someone You Know Is A Victim of violence?

Is your life or someone else’s life in immediate danger, contact 911 right away. If this is NOT an emergency you should take the following ...

Why Join Us at Equality Day

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change the world. Indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead ...

Your Rights In Your Community Missourians

Many cities and counties in Missouri have protections in place for LGBT people. Check out where your community stands. Don’t see your community on ...