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When Political Intimidation Comes for Health Care, Connecticut Must Stand Up

Last week, the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center (CCMC) settled with Department of Justice, agreeing not to provide medically necessary care for Connecticut’s transgender youth. It is a devastating betrayal of …

Anthony Crisci and Brianna Skowera to Receive Inaugural Medals Named for Shawn Lang and Jerimarie Liesgang

Equality Connecticut Establishes Two New Awards Honoring LGBTQ Trailblazers Equality Connecticut (EqCT) has established new annual awards honoring the legacy of two of Connecticut’s most influential LGBTQ+ advocates, with the …

Equality Connecticut Announces 2026 Legislative Priorities

Equality Connecticut (EqCT), the statewide queer-led social justice organization, announced its legislative priorities for the 2026 short session today. The agenda was crafted with input from community members, educators, health …

Equality Connecticut Statement on EEOC Vote to Withdraw Guidance on Workplace Protections

This past Thursday, the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission voted to withdraw guidance on expanded protections for LGBTQ+ and other vulnerable workers. We condemn but are not surprised by this …

Statement on Proposed CMS Rules

Yesterday, the Department of Health and Human Services announced that it will pursue policies to cut off funding and access to medically necessary care for transgender youth. The proposed regulations …

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