Real Stories from LGBTQ+ Americans
One Million Voices is our nationwide effort to engage one million LGBTQ+ people and allies to share their personal stories and take action in order to shift narratives, expand support, and change policies. Take the pledge and read our stories. We then invite you to share your own.
LGBTQ+ Joy & Resilience
Stories and experiences of joy and resilience from the LGBTQ+ community and our allies.
Trans Stories
Stories centered around trans experiences, from coming out to facing anti-trans discrimination pushed by Congress.
LGBTQ+ Youth & Family
Stories of LGBTQ+ youth and families sharing their real experiences with gender-affirming care and coming out.
Healthcare & Public Benefits
Stories about the effects of health care and social and legal benefits in LGBTQ+ people’s lives.
Workplace & Military Stories
Stories from the workplace, including the military, that involve LGBTQ+ employees and servicemembers.
Our stories matter and they have the power to change hearts, minds, and laws. Join the movement and share your own personal story today!
Share Your Written Story
Have a personal story you’d like to share with us in a text format?
Click below for our fast, easy, and secure form.
Telling Your Story Matters
Why does storytelling matter? Learn more and register to participate in our one-of-its-kind storytelling trainings.
Learn MoreVideo recording upload portal will be open soon! If you’d like to share a video with us now, please reach out stories@hrc.org!
We're eager to add your voice to the fight for a more equal America. Tell us about your connection to:
- Laws and policies such as cuts to federal programs (Medicaid, HIV prevention and treatment)
- Rollbacks of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs and funding
- Being out in the workplace and how it is has impacted your career
- “Don’t say LGBTQ+” policies in K-12 schools
- Barriers to healthcare for trans youth and adults
Share Your Story on Social Media!
Use our social toolkit to easily share your story on your social media pages. Encourage your friends and followers to share their stories as well, and join other LGBTQ+ people and allies to make a difference with the power of personal stories.
Our stories matter. Share yours today!