HRC is unveiling a collaboration with pop star Ke$ha to encourage everyone to celebrate their inner superstar and come out for equality. National Coming Out Day (NCOD) – a globally celebrated event encouraging LGBT people and their supporters to be visible by living open and honest lives – is celebrated each October 11th. The theme for 2011 NCOD is “Coming Out for Equality.”

Although known for her distinctive style and sassy lyrics, Ke$ha’s smash hit “We R Who We R” has become an anthem in its own right. Resonating closely with the ideals of “Coming Out for Equality” is the song’s empowering message about self-expression and unique identity. “Much like a zebra doesn’t change its stripes, we hope people of all walks of life, LGBT and straight allies, celebrate themselves and their unique contribution to the fight for equality,” said HRC president Joe Solmonese.