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What a week it has been here in Austin for the 4th International LGBTQ+ Criminal Justice Professionals Conference. Austin PD could not have been a better host for us all. Thank you!! 4th World Lgbtqi+ Conference for Criminal Justice Professionals
You heard it first! Early bird registration is now open for the 2026 LGBT Liaison Academy hosted by Palm Springs PD March 31 - April 2, 2026! outtoprotect.org/2026-lgbt-li...
"Between 2023 and 2024, hate crime events motivated by sexual orientation bias increased by 12.3% from 405 in 2023 to 455 in 2024, anti-transgender bias events increased by 12.3% from 65 in 2023 to 73 in 2024, and anti-LGBTQ+ bias events increased by 13.9% from 2023."
We pause this week to remember the heroes we lost and to honor all of those who serve and protect.
Our thanks to GS-JJ for their donation of logo poker chips for us to use at the International LGBTQ+ Law Enforcement conference in Austin, Texas, this August 5 through 8! www.gs-jj.com
Day 2 and 3 of this year's LGBT Liaison Academy! And that's a wrap. What a great year of dedicated and talented participants from 17 different agencies. A special thanks for the San Francisco Police Department for hosting today and the Matthew Shepard Foundation for sponsoring this year's program.
WOW! What an amazing group of dedicated members of law enforcement here with us in Napa! 17 different agencies from across the United States - all committed to building trust together with the LGBTQ+ community. LGBT Liaison Academy - Day 1 is off to an incredible start.
We are excited to welcome officers from around the country to Napa Valley for this year's in-person LGBT Liaison Academy! We start tomorrow morning at 8AM - Welcome!
Our sincere thanks to all of the dispatchers out there who stand ready to answer our 9-1-1 calls all year long. We appreciate you.
Ten million reasons why law enforcement needs LGBT awareness training. If you are in California, its required by law - has your agency complied? www.lgbtqnation.com/2025/04/lesb...
Just five days left to claim the last seat in our LGBT Liaison Academy happening April 17-19 in Napa Valley! Registration closes this Friday. outtoprotect.org/2025-lgbt-li...
Just 1 seat left! Who's going to join us in Napa next month for this year's LGBT Liaison Academy happening April 17-19. Register today outtoprotect.org/2025-lgbt-li...
We stand united with the Transgender Community and with our amazing partners at TCOPS. For our law enforcement colleagues, please reach out for the support you deserve. tcops-international.org
Last day to register for the LGBT Liaison Academy happening April 17-19 in Napa Valley is Friday, April 4th. We have just 5 seats left! outtoprotect.org/2025-lgbt-li...
Your Seat Is Still Available: LGBT Liaison Academy Next Month in Napa Valley - mailchi.mp/9d7aa0b419bd...
Do you think all law enforcement officers should receive LGBT awareness training? We do! And we need your help to provide this essential training to every officer in all 18,000 agencies. Join our team with a monthly contribution. outtoprotect.org/donate/
wyofile.com/jason-marsde... Jason Marsden was a good friend and huge supporter of our work and partnership with the Matthew Shepard Foundation. He will be remembered as a brilliant speaker, passionate activist, and kind heart.
Seats are still available in the LGBT Liaison Academy happening 4/17-4/19. Register at outtoprotect.org/2025-lgbt-li...
Last day of early bird registration for the LGBT Liaison Academy happening April 17-19 in Napa Valley. Rates go up tomorrow, so register now at outtoprotect.org/2025-lgbt-li...
Early bird registration ends tomorrow for this year's LGBT Liaison Academy happening April 17-19 in Napa. Register now to save! outtoprotect.org/2025-lgbt-li...
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We are already 10% toward our fundraising goal for 2025. Join Team 18,000! and be part of making no-cost LGBT awareness and hate crimes investigations training available to law enforcement across the United States. www.outtoprotect.org/donate/ or text OUTTOPROTECT to 53-555
Federal funding for LGBT awareness and hate crimes training has been eliminated. Become part of "Team 18000" and be part of providing no-cost training to law enforcement throughout the U.S. www.outtoprotect.org/donate/
From all of us to all of you, happy holiday! For those working this week, thank you for keeping the rest of us safe.
Out to Protect is proud of partners The @iefpa.bsky.social Int EMS and Firefighters Pride Alliance and TCOPS Transgender Community of Police and Sheriffs. Visit our website to learn more outtoprotect.org