We, the undersigned, are deeply concerned by the continued online conduct and public statements made by Melanie Stavert that we believe promote hostility, harassment, and discrimination toward members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community.
We believe that all individuals deserve to live free from targeted intimidation, hate speech, and public harassment regardless of gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation. Public rhetoric that encourages fear, division, or hostility can have harmful effects on vulnerable individuals, including youth and families within our community.
This petition calls upon relevant organizations, social media platforms, community leaders, and authorities to review these actions seriously and take appropriate steps to address harmful conduct in accordance with applicable laws, platform policies, and community standards.
We further call for increased efforts to promote inclusion, respectful dialogue, mental health supports for affected community members, and safe environments for LGBTQIA2S+ individuals and allies.
Our goal is not retaliation, but accountability, community safety, and the protection of human dignity for all people.
Enough is enough. The constant attacks on our local families are just cruel and she needs to be held accountable for the mess she is causing on social media.