ADVOCACY
The world is becoming increasingly hostile to LGBTQ+ people and their families. It is a difficult and dangerous time. With the support and guidance of our Advocacy and Public Policy Committee, Rocky Mountain Equality works to make Colorado a safer place for our community by educating policymakers and the general public.
Follow along with Rocky Mountain Equality's actions in the Colorado General Assembly with our bill tracker. For questions about our legislative advocacy, contact Mark Lester (he) at mark@rmequality.org or Bruce Parker (he) at bruce@rmequality.org.
We advocate for LGBTQ+ people to be safe and have access to opportunity including fair workplaces, housing, and education. Organizing as a community amplifies our power and ability to bring about positive change. We work to remain responsive so our advocacy efforts are timely and impactful to the well-being of the community we serve.
IMPACT
ISSUE?
We also understand that members of our community may need an advocate in their day-to-day lives. When appropriate, members of our team will meet with employers, teachers, school administration, and anyone else where a member of our community may need a voice of support.
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To request personal advocacy, please reach out.
CONTACT
Mardi Moore (she), Chief Executive Officer: mardi@rmequality.org
Bruce Parker (he), Chief Operating Officer: bruce@rmequality.org
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Call our office at 303.499.5777
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
RESPECT FOR IDENTITY
Rocky Mountain Equality was the leading proponent of HB 25-1109, which changes death certificate requirements to ensure that they accurately represent the gender identity of deceased persons. This bill was advocated for in response to community needs with seeking proper recognition for their loved ones' identities.
FIGHTING BACK
Rocky Mountain Equality has been on the front lines to ensure that Colorado remains a safe haven for LGBTQ+ rights. In 2025, RMEQ worked to defeat seven anti-LGBTQ+ bills, successfully preventing them from becoming law. RMEQ also helped pass nine pro-LGBTQ+ laws, protecting our community and strengthening their rights in the face of a hostile federal government.
SUPPORTING COMMUNITY HEALTH
Serving as a key proponent of Ballot Issue 1B, a successfully-passed initiative bringing funding to mental health programs across Boulder County. This funding includes support for the mental health needs of LGBTQ+ community members.
Communities LEAD, Communities THRIVE
RMEQ is a proud member of Communities Lead, Communities Thrive (CLCT). CLCT is a coalition of smaller Colorado nonprofits who serve Black, Indigenous, Latino, Asian American and Pacific Islanders, LGBTQ+, and rural communities who have come together to ensure that our organizations and the communities we serve are not left behind as we strive for an equitable recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
