South Carolina Equality

SC Equality is South Carolina's leading LGBTQ advocacy organization based in Columbia, SC, dedicated to advancing civil and human rights for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender South Carolinians and their families. The organization operates through comprehensive advocacy and education initiatives designed to create meaningful, lasting change across the state.

SC Equality's multifaceted approach to equality includes legislative advocacy at the State House, where they fight harmful legislation and work to pass pro-equality laws that protect LGBTQ rights. Through education and outreach programs, the organization informs and empowers communities across South Carolina, fostering inclusion through public events, youth engagement, and awareness campaigns. The organization also pursues civil rights protections through the courtroom, challenging discriminatory practices and defending LGBTQ individuals' legal rights.

Beyond policy work, SC Equality addresses critical health disparities affecting LGBTQ South Carolinians by reducing barriers to care and promoting wellness within the community. The organization invests in developing a pipeline of LGBTQ leaders and increasing civic participation, ensuring that LGBTQ voices are heard in institutions of power throughout Columbia and beyond. By combining bold legislative advocacy, community education, and grassroots mobilization, SC Equality works tirelessly to build a safer, more inclusive South Carolina where all people—regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression—can live with dignity and freedom.