By Elizabeth Ledford (she/her), MS, LPC. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas, I’m speaking out against HB 3614, which would let schools replace counselors with chaplains. […]
Recent Blogs
Texas lawmakers are hell-bent on outlawing gender-affirming care. So let’s talk about it.
In this post, we’re talking about gender-affirming care for transgender youth: defining what it actually is, combatting disinformation, and breaking down some of the worst bills. Get the facts here, and join us in fighting for Texas’ transgender community! […]
The Far-Right’s Obsession with Stealing from Students Through Vouchers
Gov. Abbott and his followers are obsessed with vouchers. This obsession has one indisputable result: These lawmakers are stealing from students—stealing the public funds earmarked just for them, stealing their access to free, quality education, and stealing their freedom to learn. […]
Show Up! Create Change! Learn How to Testify at the Texas Capitol
Testifying on a bill at the Capitol is an excellent opportunity to influence the legislative process. It’s the best way to ensure your position on a bill is heard by lawmakers face to face. […]
Op-ed by Val Benavidez: We’re Fighting for Religious Freedom While the Far Right Weaponizes It
As executive director of the Texas Freedom Network, I know fighting for a Texas that’s truly for all demands that I reserve a deep well of hope. Yet, I feel the frustration so many have as the right continues to use religious freedom as a weapon to advance a radical political agenda. […]
