A Personal Story That Hits Home

As a parent, I want my daughter to feel safe wherever she goes. She recently graduated high school and started at a local technical college here in South Carolina. But one day, something happened that shook her sense of security. After class, she used the women’s restroom and, upon leaving the stall, found a man with a full beard, dressed in a skirt, standing at the sink. This moment left her so uncomfortable that she now avoids using the restroom on campus entirely.

No one should feel unsafe or uneasy in a space meant for privacy and comfort. This experience isn’t just my daughter’s—it’s a growing concern for women and girls across South Carolina. Our wives, daughters, sisters, and friends deserve restrooms where they feel secure, respected, and protected.

Why This Matters

Restrooms are private, personal spaces. When policies allow anyone to enter based on self-identification, it can lead to situations that cause fear, discomfort, or even potential harm. This isn’t about denying anyone’s identity—it’s about ensuring the safety and privacy of women and girls in vulnerable settings. Stories like my daughter’s are becoming more common, and it’s time to act.

We’re calling on South Carolina’s leaders to pass clear, common-sense laws requiring individuals to use restrooms that match their biological sex as assigned at birth. This policy would:

•  Protect Privacy: Ensure women and girls have a safe, private space without fear of unexpected encounters.

•  Enhance Safety: Reduce the risk of misuse or abuse in restrooms.

•  Restore Comfort: Allow everyone to use these facilities with confidence and peace of mind.

Join Our Movement

We’re so close to hitting 50 signatures—help us get there and keep pushing toward 1,000! Petitions with 1,000+ supporters are five times more likely to create real change. Your signature can make a difference for women and girls across South Carolina.

Sign this petition today to stand up for the safety, privacy, and dignity of our loved ones. Together, we can urge South Carolina’s leaders to act now.

Who We’re Reaching

•  Henry McMaster, South Carolina Governor

•  Lindsey Graham, U.S. Senator for South Carolina

•  Tim Scott, U.S. Senator for South Carolina

•  U.S. Senate, for broader support

Let’s Make Change Happen

Every signature counts. By adding your name, you’re helping protect the women and girls in our communities. Share this petition with your friends, family, and neighbors to amplify our voices. Let’s tell South Carolina’s leaders that women’s safety and privacy matter.

Sign now to support safe restrooms for women and girls in South Carolina. Together, we can create a safer, more respectful community for everyone.