ACLU of Mississippi to Hold Premiere of Trans Storytelling Short Film Series at the Capri Theater
October 19, 2026 2:00 pm
What: The ACLU of Mississippi, in partnership with other LGBTQ and trans rights advocacy organizations, will hold a screening and panel discussion on Thursday, October 22nd at the Capri Theater. A reception will be held next door at The Pearl, immediately following the program.
Who: Along with the film participants, the following organizations will be represented:
The ACLU of Mississippi
The LGBTQ Fund
The TRANS Program
Jxnology
Awakening Love
The Law Firm - Bufete Legal
When: Thursday, October 22 at 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. (premiere and panel discussion) and reception at The Pearl from 8:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Where: The Capri Theater, 3023 N State St, Jackson, MS 39216
Why: The ACLU of Mississippi's Trans Storytelling Project centers the experiences and perspectives of trans Mississippians while connecting those stories to the rights, policies, and everyday decisions that shape people's lives. Through conversations about identity, community, advocacy, and belonging, this project explores what it means to live authentically in Mississippi and what all of us can do to help build a state where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
Click here for more info on the Trans Storytelling Project.
Who should come: This event is free and open to the public. Free tickets are available at this link.
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