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Director of Organizing
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Lobby Day 2024
Advocacy Skills 101
Minnesota is a national leader in voter turnout. Because of that, we have had some great legislative wins to make our state a more welcoming and affirming place for 2SLGBTQIA+ people. We want to keep that momentum going—the best way we can do this is by engaging in elections!
When to register to vote:
- When you turn 18
- When your name changes
- When you change addresses
- When you move to the state
In order to register to vote:
You must be:
- A U.S. citizen
- At least 18 years old on Election Day (16- & 17-year-olds can preregister)
- A resident of Minnesota for 20 days (proof of residency)
- Not currently incarcerated for a felony conviction
- Not under a court order that revokes your right to vote
You will need:
- Your Minnesota driver’s license or Minnesota identification card number, or the last four numbers of your Social Security number
- An email address (to register online)
- To be eligible to vote in Minnesota
Voter Resources
Preregister to Vote
Preregistering to vote ensures that you are registered to vote as soon as you turn 18 year old! Going through this simple process will allow you to let your voice be heard as soon as you turn 18. You will automatically be added to the voter registration list and be able to cast a ballot.
You'll also receive important information regarding upcoming elections from OutFront Minnesota—including great resources and information about what is happening in YOUR district.
Storytelling For Change
We know when people share their own stories it has the power to change hearts and minds. Stories connect us in meaningful ways, make us feel less alone in the world, and build a greater understanding of others. This is especially true for Minnesota’s LGBTQ+ community.
Telling our stories in a society that silences queer voices is an act of survival and defiance. Our stories are powerful tools that help us create systemic change in the world.
In 2013, Minnesota was the first state to pass marriage equality by way of ballot – a feat that only happened through powerful storytelling. Our fight for queer equity is not over and our need for queer stories is still necessary.
Your stories are powerful tools in helping all of Minnesota become a state where queer people are free to be who they are, love who they love, and live without fear of violence, harassment, or discrimination.
Stories For Action
We launched Storytelling for Change with four LGBTQ+ Minnesotans working to change hearts and minds.
OutFront is honored to have Dylan Kaercher, Nikki Graf, John, and Rev. Jia Starr Brown share their stories of faith, policy change, advocacy, and joy.
Nikki: Fighting for Family
Nikki Graf has been fighting to pass Logan's Law, which would remove barriers for same-sex couples when starting a family in Minnesota.
John: Reframing Disability and the Queer Community
John is one of the nearly 600,000 Minnesotans living with a disability. He is one of the estimated 210,000 LGBTQ+ people in the state. The intersection of those two identities make John one of the estimated 3 to 5 million LGBTQ+ people living with a disability in the U.S.
Roxi Manacoochi: A Star on the Stage and in the Pew
Whether at the fair or in the pew, Dylan Kearcher’s presence is one you won’t miss. You might catch his infectious laugh from across the room or connect with the sheer confidence that oozes out of him. If you’re lucky, you’ll witness Dylan doing what makes him feel most alive — performing as Roxi Manacoochi.
REV. JIA STARR BROWN: FINDING FREEDOM & FAITH
Rev. Jia Starr Brown knows who she is, what she loves, and what she needs to share with the world. She is captivating and intentional with her messages, and when she speaks, those around her believe what she is sharing. But, when it comes to her own life this wasn’t always the case.
Religious Organizing in Minnesota
OutFront Minnesota works with faith organizations and congregations around the state to bring them along in the advocacy and inclusion of queer people in all faith practices. Clergy and people of faith are uniquely positioned to change the hearts and minds of decision-makers and citizen across our state and beyond. This happens through showing up at pivotal moments, speaking truth to power, and sharing our stories.
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Matthew Lewellyn-Otten
Associate Director of Religious Organizing
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Queer Leaders of Faith Network
OutFront Minnesota’s Queer Leaders of Faith Network provides support to faith leaders across the state of Minnesota through opportunities to connect over a meal, to equipping congregational leaders with updated policy and organizing news, and call leaders to action for 2SLGBTQIA+ equality.
If you’d like to join this network of leaders please reach out to Matt Lewellyn-Otten, Associate Director of Religious Organizing (matt@outfront.org).
Pastoral Care Network
If you are in need of pastoral care and would like to speak with a 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming faith leaders, please reach out. We have a network of faithful leaders who would be willing to speak with you. Please reach out to Matt Lewellyn-Otten, Associate Director of Religious Organizing (matt@outfront.org).
Rights, Faith & Democracy Collaborative: Spotlight on Minnesota
