Boise City Hall Hosts LGBTQ+ Resource Fair

Community groups gather to provide support and services amid new anti-LGBTQ+ laws in Idaho.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 4:40am

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An abstract, out-of-focus scene of people gathered around tables at a community event, with warm pools of light and color creating an intimate, welcoming atmosphere.A community resource fair at Boise City Hall brings together local LGBTQ+ organizations to provide support and services amid new anti-LGBTQ+ legislation in Idaho.Boise Today

A resource fair at Boise City Hall brought together local LGBTQ+ organizations to offer information, support, and direct services to the community. The event comes just days after the Idaho Statehouse passed several new laws limiting bathroom access and restricting which flags can be flown on government buildings, measures that were signed on Trans Day of Visibility.

Why it matters

The resource fair is an important show of solidarity and support for the LGBTQ+ community in Boise, as they face new legislation that targets their rights and visibility. The event aims to connect people with vital resources and services, and demonstrate that the community has allies in local government.

The details

Multiple LGBTQ+ organizations set up tables at the Boise City Hall event, including Trans Joy Boise and Trans Affirm. Trans Affirm provided free transition-related clothing and guidance, while other groups offered information and direct services. City Council member Jimmy Hallyburton attended, pledging to stand up for the LGBTQ+ community and ensure they feel safe and welcome.

  • The resource fair took place on April 3, 2026.
  • The new anti-LGBTQ+ laws in Idaho were signed earlier that week on Trans Day of Visibility.

The players

Preston Pace

A representative of Trans Joy Boise, one of the organizations participating in the resource fair.

Arya Shae

A representative of Trans Affirm, which provided free transition-related clothing and guidance at the event.

Jimmy Hallyburton

A Boise City Council member who attended the resource fair and pledged support for the LGBTQ+ community.

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What they’re saying

“Well, we are just having sort of a resource fair with a bunch of the queer organizations. I feel like it's great timing because of everything that's happened this week, and it's sort of a sign of solidarity.”

— Preston Pace, Representative, Trans Joy Boise

“So for us at Trans Affirm, one of our resources is our transition-wear program. We're completely free. And then we do all of the sizing and safety information on the spot here and make sure that folks can get some home and be able to feel more affirmed in their body.”

— Arya Shae, Representative, Trans Affirm

“There are people who are victimizing this community and we need to make sure that we are standing up for them and telling them that you belong here, you are welcome here. We will make sure that you're safe and do not leave.”

— Jimmy Hallyburton, Boise City Council member

What’s next

City leaders have pledged to continue supporting the LGBTQ+ community and ensuring their safety and inclusion in Boise, even as new restrictive laws take effect in Idaho.

The takeaway

This resource fair demonstrates the resilience and solidarity of Boise's LGBTQ+ community in the face of growing legislative threats. By coming together to provide vital services and support, local organizations and allies are sending a clear message that the community will not be silenced or driven out.