Bio
Ash Hall is the policy & advocacy strategist on LGBTQIA+ rights for the ACLU of Texas. Ash became involved in social justice advocacy in Texas over a decade ago, after discovering their own queer identities and finding community with others facing oppression. They have worked on numerous campaigns and nonprofits dedicated to achieving civil rights for all and equity for LGBTQIA+ people. Their professional and personal efforts have played a role in the defeat of more than 450 anti-LGBTQIA+ bills in the Texas legislature.
In addition to their role at the ACLU of Texas, Ash serves as a State Democratic Executive Committee member and a co-chair of the Travis County Democratic Party's Policy and Legislative Committee. They are also the 2025 Monica Roberts Trans Activist of the Year, an honor bestowed by Equality Texas. Ash is committed to reaching justice for all marginalized communities and changing cultural norms in favor of compassion and equity.