Our mission is to serve the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community and its allies through advocacy, support, outreach, resources, and education, promoting equality for all.

NOW, MORE THAN EVER, WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT
​We are a not for profit organization
We are now accepting your tax-deductible donations,contributions, and services from individuals, organizations, and businesses.  
Thank you; we would not be able to operate without help from our friends and supporters.
As your local advocacy group, your generous donation will help us provide Walworth County with services, programs, and events.

When we decided to host a Pride Fair, we were uncertain as to how many would attend.  We didn't know how many organizations and vendors we could attract. We were hoping for maybe 50 people to come.
As it turned out we had 30 tents set up and our attendance was more than threefold what we were hoping for.  There was even a live radio broadcast.  And most importantly, all of the people who came were happy and enjoying themselves.
We thank everyone who attended and helped out.  
We hope to be back next year; stayed tuned for details.
We would like to welcome our new ally from Burlington, Just Live, Inc.  Their mission is to provide suicide prevention education, financial support to organizations, and emotional support to anyone affected by suicide, depession and mental illness.   They will be hosting the "Labor of Love Music Festival, Sept 3, at New Munster Ball Park.   We encourage all of our friends to attend and support them. Visit their website at www.justliveinc.org by clicking here.
A big thank you to our Pride Fair Sponsors

* Lamer Advertising  *  Lake Geneva Wellness Clinic *  * Aurora Health Care *  UU Church of the Lakes *
* St. Croix Hospice * Young Auditorium

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We were very grateful to Lamar Advertising for giving us the space for our billboard.  It looked great!  Thank you.

You can still get tickets for the October 19 "It Gets Better Performance" by the Gay Mens Choir of Los Angeles.  There's no fee, but you need a ticket.  Contact the Young Auditorium at UW Whitewater.
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Questions about updating or changing your documentation?  Check out NCTE's Document Center.  CLICK HERE.

FAQ on the Withdrawal of Federal Guidance on Transgender Students
With the Trump Administration lifting transgender guidelines to schools, the NCTE has a website that explains the current state of trans issues and Title IX.

Good article on CBS News to help people find their way through the jungle of transgender terms.

A note about our phone number.  Because we don't have a physical office, we use a Google Voice number.  When the number is called, it automatically is forwarded to the Director's home phone and cell.  If there is no one around to answer it, the answer machine kicks in.  Don't be thrown by a message saying you've reached Jody and Beth.  Leave your message and we'll get back to you.  We apologize for any confusion in the past.

Gender Revolution:  A Journey With Katie Couric
The two-hour special delves into the evolving topic of gender identity. From college students to married couples, Couric says it is a brave new world.

​We've purchased this DVD and hope to be able to have a screening of it soon.
New trans link for information.  Many thanks to our friend who suggested it.  If you know of any good links, let us know.

2016 Transgender Day of Remembrance
Thanks to all who walked with us in the Christmas Parade.  We handed out a record number of beads.

Keep up to date with trans rights and legislation at the National Center for Transgender Equality website.

To School GSA's and Diversity Groups
    
We are looking for representatives from your organizations to attend our meetings.  We need your input.

Are you planning an LGBT or diversity-related event?  Contact us about helping to sponsor it.
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At the Walworth County Fair
From the Director:
It's been great being at local events and meeting so many nice people.  Visibility and letting people get to know and learn about us is such an important part of the LGBTQ community becoming a part of the community as a whole.  The two questions we get asked most often are, "what's LGBT?" and "are there any places in the area where members of the LGBTQ community can get together?"   Granted, Walworth County is not exactly a hotbed of LGBT activities (although we're trying to provide some events).  I am asking our website visitors and friends to help us out.  If you know of any LGBT friendly places where people can get together (bars, restaurants, etc) or of any official (or unofficial) gay bars in our area, please let us know.  By clicking on the button, you can tell us.  We can then share what we know with those who ask.  Thank you.

A group of organizations have collaborated on preparing a guide for schools who have students who are transitioning.

Affordable Colleges Online.org have resources dealing with SUICIDE PRVEVENTION
CLICK HERE

I Think I Might Be Trans: 
8 Important Notes On Questioning and 50+ Resources to Get You Started (click below)

Now available from Netflix and Amazon Instant Video....
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Elkhorn's OctoberFest 2015
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2015 Elkhorn Christmas Parade
     If you are in crisis or in need of immediate support please call:

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline   1-800-273-TALK (8255)

The Trevor Project  The nation’s only 24/7 crisis intervention and suicide prevention lifeline for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning young people ages 13 to 24.
1-866-4-U-TREVOR (866-488-7386)

The GLBT National Help Center     
Hotline:1-888-THE-GLNH (888-843-4564)
Youth Talkline:1-800-246-PRIDE (800-246-7743)
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THANKS TO ALL WHO ATTENDED OUR CHRISTMAS IN JULY PICNIC. A GOOD TIME WAS HAD BY ALL.

Resource for parents and professionals working with children dealing with talking about gender.
Click Here

UW Childrens Hospital has a nice webpage that lists resources for both trans youth and their parents.

Link to Transgender Trends for 2015 --->  Click Here

Interesting films available on DVD from Netflix ---> Click Here

On Point Radio Program on LGBTQ Homeless Youths.  
Click on button to stream.
What We Provide
  • discussion and support groups
  • community-building events
  • links to LGBT information and resources
  • links to LGBT-Friendly services
  • speakers/presenters on LGBT-related issues
LGBT of Walworth County does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion (creed), gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all of our visitors, members, staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.  We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect and that equality should be had by all.


OUR LIST OF SERVICES AND BUSINESSES IS GROWING...CHECK OUT OUR COMMUNITY PAGES

A discussion of how schools can be LGBTQ-inclusive:  Click Here

Lambda Legal has a guide on transgender rights:  Click Here

Thank you for visiting us.  We are constantly adding to our list of media resources and links.  Please visit us again.  Contact us with questions or comments.

Looking for help and/or information?   Our resource page now has links to information on general LGBTQ issues, transgender issues, for school professionals, and for parents.

Please consider getting involved.  Any help or support you can give is crucial to our survival.  Visit our "get involved" page.

Our Facebook page, LGBT of Walworth County, is updated daily with links to some of the latest news articles from around the world.

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LGBT of Walworth County is grateful to the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Lakes in Elkhorn, Wisconsin for it's support  It's welcoming designation means that it openly welcomes and supports members of and issues related to the LGBT community. 


We want to hear from you.  How can we better meet your needs?  Please, contact us and let us know.  Click here to send email.