Let's do our part for fairness and equality in Shelby County

The Shelby County Commission is currently considering adding sexual orientation and gender identity to its non-discrmination ordinance.

We need your help to ensure that this historic and powerful measure passes.While action on the legislation will be deferred for three weeks, the Tennessee Equality Project (TEP) and MGLCC have set a goal of collecting and sending 250 handwritten letters expressing support for the Non-Discrimination Ordinance to the Shelby County Board of Commissioners.

TEP and MGLCC invite you to become an active participant in the NDO Campaign with a kickoff that begins on Sunday, May 10, at 2 p.m. when you can learn how to advocate effectively for the NDO at upcoming Commission hearings.

Come by MGLCC at 892 South Cooper at the following times to write or drop off a personal letter to send to your Commissioners. Every single letter can make an impact.

Sunday May 10, 2:00-6:00 pm

Monday May 11 - Friday May 15, 6:00-9:00pm

Saturday/Sunday May 16/17, 2:00-6:00pm

Letter-writing materials and talking points will be provided at MGLCC for those who want to write personal letters to their Commissioners. You can also deliver your letter to MGLCC if you're in a rush. If you write it, we'll make sure your letter is delivered. Nothing beats a handwritten letter to get your message across.

Please contact Jonathan Cole from TEP or Will Batts from MGLCC for more information.

PLEASE HELP US REACH (OR SURPASS) OUR GOAL OF 250 LETTERS BY MAY 17. PASS THE MESSAGE TO AS MANY PEOPLE AS YOU CAN.