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Kansas Equality Coalition of Topeka
Kansas Equality Coalition of Topeka, Inc., formerly Equal Justice Coalition, formed in September 2002 after the Topeka City Council voted against expanding the Human Relations Ordinance to include protection from discrimination to all citizens based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
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Address
P.O. Box 5806
Topeka, KS 66605
Phone
785-234-5932 or 785-806-9159
Executive Committee Members
Chair Trey Streetman
Vice Chair Jason Chaika
Secretary Shirley McClendon
Treasurer Norm Crawford
Laura Burton
Pedro Irigonegaray
Lynne Leifer
About Our Chapter
Kansas Equality Coalition of Topeka, Inc. works to secure fair treatment for all citizens, especially with regard to sexual orientation and gender identity. We recognize the interconnectedness of all forms of oppression and we seek alliances with other organization to combat racism, sexism, homophobia, and all other forms of oppression.

In working toward the goals of redefining Topeka as a fair-minded city and creating social and political change, Kansas Equality Coalition of Topeka works toward securing fair treatment and equal rights for all citizens, especially with regard to sexual orientation and gender identity through:

EDUCATION
Kansas Equality Coalition of Topeka facilitates education in schools, clubs, civic organizations, faith-based institutions, and through workshops. The importance of educating the general community, allies, and others is recognized as one of the key elements to creating change. This education will also be facilitated through public awareness materials, media releases, and public speaking events. Please contact Erin Norris, chair of the Equal Justice Coalition, if you are interested in helping, hosting, or receiving an educational event.

POLITICAL ACTION
Kansas Equality Coalition of Topeka is involved with lobbying, talking with voters, going door-to-door to identify supportive voters, and working toward both passing and retaining anti-discrimination legislation that includes sexual orientation and gender identity in the city of Topeka, KS. Kansas Equality Coalition of Topeka supports educating lawmakers about the need for progressive legislation.

COALITION BUILDING
Kansas Equality Coalition of Topeka is comprised of supportive allies and individuals who recognize the importance of justice and fair treatment for all citizens in Topeka, KS. We are committed to building a cross-cultural and diverse coalition that is reflective of our community. We are collaborating with clergy, professors, the business community, social service organization, and many other individuals and groups. Additionally, we continue to meet and build partnerships with all types of community leaders and interested individuals. Kansas Equality Coalition of Topeka is also committed to forming a united front with a clear, strong voice about the need for equality and fair treatment for all people.


VOLUNTEERS
Kansas Equality Coalition of Topeka is currently made up of volunteers and it is because of people?s commitment and support for these issues that we are able to continue growing and be successful in our mission. Please contact our secretary, Don Miller, to see how you can become a volunteer.

SUPPORTING STATE-WIDE EFFORTS
Kansas Equality Coalition of Topeka is committed to helping achieve equality for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender individuals across the state of Kansas. It is because of this commitment that Equal Justice Coalition transitioned to become the Topeka chapter of the Kansas Equality Coalition.
Topeka News & Events

California's passage of an amendment banning same-sex marriage is a good reminder for us of how organized and well-funded our opponents are. Thank you for helping us level the playing field by giving us your voice in KEC Topeka.

Please join us for our monthly meeting this Monday, 7pm-9pm at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Topeka (on 21st Street between Gage and Fairlawn).

We have added an important element to our meetings to increase our productivity and success: EATING! Trey and Craig will be bringing some delicious dishes to share, don't miss it.

[ Posted: Sunday Nov 16 2008, 6:51 pm | More Details...]

Congratulations to our new KEC Topeka officers! Our new Chair is Trey Streetman and our new Secretary is Shirley McClendon. See them in action at our next meeting on November 17.
[ Posted: Monday Oct 27 2008, 8:53 pm | More Details...]

Please join us for our annual meeting, tonight, October 27 from 7pm-9pm at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Topeka (4775 SW 21st Street).

We’ll elect officers and talk about our goals for the coming year. Feel free to reply to this e-mail with any questions.
[ Posted: Monday Oct 27 2008, 1:15 am | More Details...]

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