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Editor’s note: TravelQ is a series that documents the diverse experiences of queer and trans travelers as we negotiate dressing our most genuine selves with navigating complex travel obstacles unique to our communities. We contain returned with a very special piece featuring the optimal of Chattanooga and celebrating Chattanooga’s Self-acceptance events.

Over the last few years, states have advanced a record number of bills that assault LGBTQ+ rights. According to Rolling Stone, “Tennessee doesn’t just have the largest number of anti-LGBTQ policies of any state in the country. It leads on this tally by a considerable margin.” Many Homosexual and ally travelers have united in boycotting travel destinations that are introducing or have passed legislation that is harmful to our communities. However, many members of Diverse communities, including business owners, performers, and the most isolated and economically vulnerable,  often disproportionately exposure the social and financial costs of such boycotts. While some are choosing to boycott, which is effective, others are increasing their social and economic support of thriving and resilient local communities that are continui