📢 Urgent action needed! Use your voice to oppose HB 121! 🏳️‍⚧️ Anti-Trans "Bathroom" Ban - HB 121 is a harmful and prejudiced bill that would essentially ban transgender individuals from using public restrooms and facilities that align with their identity and ultimately violate their safety, dignity and fundamental rights. 🗣️ This bill will be heard on Friday, January 10th at 8am by the House Judiciary Committee and you can use your voice to oppose this legislation by contacting your representatives and signing up to submit a public comment about why you oppose this bigoted and intolerant bill. Use this link ( to: 👉 Submit a Public Comment 👉 Reach out to the House Judiciary Committee and urge them to oppose HB 121 👉 Sign up to read your comment during the bill hearing on January 10th. 🚫 We are not even one full week into the legislative session and elected officials are already trying to pass discriminatory legislation. Similar past bills have failed and this is another attempt to harm trans, non-binary, and Two-Spirit Montanans. #MTPol #MTLeg #TransRights #StopBathroomBans #FMT #ForwardMontana

If you are in need of support, please prioritize your well-being and consider these resources… Direct message Forward Montana or send us an email about your experience – either for intimidation, being turned away, or being kept from voting because of long lines; hello@forwardmontana.org #FMT #ForwardMontana #MTPol #MTLeg #MTNews

Take a deep breath. Actually maybe take a few. Last night was a long night. Many of you waited in LONG and cold lines and we are so grateful. At the polls we built the community we want to see in Montana. Voters in long lines supported other voters, and most importantly, you STAYED IN LINE. To the folks in Gallatin County, we see you and we applaud you for staying in line - many until well after 2 am. For those looking at results - just remember your vote is still being counted. Those late-night polling hours mean late-night counting for our poll workers. This was the biggest election of our time and no matter what emotions you are feeling - we make space for all of them here. Take advantage of our wonderful state and head to the rivers, mountains, and state parks to disconnect, and we will touch back in when the dust has settled.

🔻 Election Day 2024 - Anticipating Results 🔷 There are plenty of unknowns and uncertainties on Election Day, but two things are for sure – some results will take time, and only official sources will publish the official results. ✅ It takes time to count all the votes and if we don’t know the results within 24 hours, that’s ok. It means the system is working to ensure accuracy. 👉 Here are the sources for monitoring Montana results that we recommended: - Montana Secretary of State Website - Montana Free Press 👉 Last-Minute Election Resources: - - Your Local County Elections Office - Forward Montana Voter Hub #FMT #VoteInMT #MTFreePress #ElectionDay2024 #Democracy #FreeFairElections #MTPol #MTNews

✴️ It's a big day! Election Day 2024! 🧡 Here are some tips to help manage election stress. Voting is one form of self/community care, but it is certainly not the be-all and end-all. Your well-being is a priority at this moment, too! ~ with care, the Foward Montana team! #FMT #ForwardMontana #MTPol #VoteInMT #ElectionStress

❇️ The last day to register to vote in person is 8 pm on Election Day, November 5th, at your local county elections office. Research what you need to bring with you and plan ahead! 🗳️ Check your voter registration and find your polling place or local election office information at this link 🌐 Visit for additional information! #GOTV #FMT #ForwardMontana #GiveAShit

✴️ What the Helena is Forward Montana's issue-area podcast about what the hell is happening around the state. Listen to our conversations with experienced and knowledgeable leaders in multi-disciplinary movement work across Montana. 🎧 Catch up on recent episodes and keep an eye out for new stories, at this link or wherever you listen to podcasts! #WTH #FMT #GiveAshit

⭐️ Forward Montana has been honored to have Kiersten Iwai as our Executive Director for the past five years! She has led this organization with grace and bravery through many peaks and valleys 🌄; her last month will be January 2025! Kiersten Iwai, we are immensely grateful for the impact you have created in our state, we adore you, and we know you will shine as you continue on your journey. Thank you!! 👀 We are beginning our search for Forward Montana’s next Executive Director. Read Kiersten's statement and find the ED job application at this link. #hiring #FMT #ForwardMontana

Come and help register voters at Helena's annual Pride Parade! 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈💖🌟🦖 Volunteer sign up --> �

RT @ACLUMT: 🎉 Join us for a free night of celebration and empowerment on Sunday, June 2! 🌟 Catalysts of Democracy will highlight the victor…

📣 We are looking for dedicated young Montanans to serve on our board! Applications are due by June 12th! Come join the largest youth-led civic engagement non-profit in Montana! #FMT #MTPol #ForwardMontana #MTNews #YoungPeopleLead #406 #leadership

✌️Hey, Butte, America! We're stoked to introduce Eryn Corinth (she/her), your new Butte Voter Engagement Organizer. See where Eryn and Forward Montana will be in and around Butte - sign up to volunteer and attend a community event! #FMT #ButteAmerica

Hey spread the word! We are looking for 10 high schoolers to participate in Civics Camp this summer! Learn more and apply If you have questions please reach out to Sylvia (she/her) at sylvia@forwardmontana.org. #ForwardMontana #FMT #CivicsCamp #Hiring

URGENT CTA: Tell the Missoula City Council to VOTE YES to ban sweeps in extreme weather. Call or email City Council at (406)522-6012 council@ci.missoula.mt.us #Missoula #ShelterIsAHumanRight #NoSweeps #GiveAShit

RT @MTEIC: Do you think the PSC should consider the climate impacts of the utilities that it regulates? We do! Montana organizations and bu…

Sessions focus on building relationships & learning the skills necessary to run an empowering, effective campaign. Plus, participants will learn from campaign experts & connect with legislative mentors! (2/2) Learn more & apply by March 15: #mtpol

Forward Montana is hiring! We have seven open positions across the state! 🔗 Learn more about these and other opportunities at this link Compensation and expected hours are listed for all postings. 🔗 #MTPol #ForwardMontana #Hiring #Community

Forward Montana is now accepting submissions for the fourth edition of Transcendent Joy, our zine by and for LGBTQ2S+ Montanans! For this project, we want to see YOUR altars… from the expected to very unexpected. ✦ Learn more and apply at this link ✦

Didn’t know FMT has a podcast? Check it out! We dive into the legislative session, speak with community leaders, and convey important info about Montana politics in a fun and lively way. We know you’ll love it! Give it a listen