HRC Austin

Honoring the history, culture, resilience, and contribution of Latin communities in ATX.

A little birdy that looked like an Instagram post told us that it's National Voter Registration Day. With about 1.2 million Texas voters put on the voter suspense list, make sure you're checking your registration and updating what needs updating.

Also, if you're not registered, what a great day to get that done!

https://www.votetexas.gov

Midterms are coming!

The last day to register to vote in Texas is October 5th. Visit the www.votetexas.gov/register-to-vote/ to check your registration status or register to vote.

Dolly Parton was a beloved ally to the LGBTQ+ community, using her platform to champion the values of love, dignity, and respect for all people. ⁠
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Dolly helped foster compassion and inclusion in communities around the country, leaving a lasting impact on countless lives.⁠

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We're a week away from Class is in Session: Voting 101!!

As a part of HRC Austin’s Wednesdays We Gather series, URGE TX and HRC ATX have combined brain power to bring you an event all about community, civic engagement, and getting prepped for the upcoming General Election.

When: August 26th from 7 to 9 PM
Where: (108 E Main St, Pflugerville, TX 78660).
Please note: This location is 21+ only.

RSVP using this link https://mobilize.us/s/CiPOdU.

Now... are you ready to know our lineup?! Drumroll please!

A drag performance by the one and only Brigitte Bandit!! Brigitte will moderate our panel featuring Texas voting rights experts including:

✨Mary Ibarra (She/Her) from
✨Serita Fontanesi (She/Her) from
✨Mo Jenkins (She/Her) from
✨David Nielsen (He/Him) from

We'll also have these AMAZING organizations tabling and passing out resources:
🌟Transgender Education Network of Texas
🌟People First
🌟HRC Austin
🌟URGE TX

Have a question you want the panel to answer? Drop it in the comments below! 👇

This is a C-3 event, meaning all voting information will be non-partisan.

Got an election question? Not sure how to be an informed voter?

Drop a question for our Texas election experts in our comments 👇🏽 and we'll see you next week!

Hey beautiful people! Looking to volunteer with HRC Austin and hear the sweet beats of DJ XOY? Well, you're in luck 🤩

On Saturday, August 22nd, we're hosting our annual Pride Parade Watch Party at the Speakeasy! We're looking for 2 people for each of the following shifts:

✨ 7:45pm – 9:00pm
✨ 8:45pm – 10:00pm
✨ 9:45pm – 11:00pm

Sign up at HRC.im/VolunteerAustin

Happy International Non-Binary People’s Day! ⁠
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Thank you for being authentically YOU. 💛🤍🖤💜

Join us for our next Wednesdays We Gather at House W**e!

This month, we're discussing all things estate planning with Eileen Lawrence (she/her) from The Law Office of Eileen Lawrence, PLLC. Eileen Lawrence

At "Protecting Your People: Wills, Trusts, and All That Jazz," you'll learn:

What key legal documents LGBTQIA+ individuals and families need.
What steps you can take now (without an attorney) to plan for death and incapacity.
Why working with an attorney can provide additional protection for you and your family.
How to find an affordable attorney who understands and respects you, your identity, and your family.

Come and join us for w**e, cheese, and community.
An ASL interpreter will be at this event.

📍1711 S 1st St
⌛7 PM to 8 PM

House W**e has Happy Hour all night on Wednesdays! 🍷