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Equality Federation won’t stop until all LGBTQ+ people are fully empowered and represented in their communities, experiencing full equality in their lives.

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Alaskans Together for Equality

December 11, 2012
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Equality

February 14, 2012
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Equality Federation Institute Summer Internship Application

February 14, 2012
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Equality Federation and HRC Releases Annual State Equality Index Ratings

The State Equality Index (SEI) is a comprehensive state-by-state report that provides a review of statewide laws and policies that affect LGBTQ people and their families.

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Stories from the States: The Fairness Campaign and Kentucky Fairness Alliance Merge!

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Press Releases

2024 at a Glance: Equality Federation Team Shares Snapshots from This Year

Hear from the Fed team, and take a look at what we’ve been up to in 2024!

December 19, 2024
Municipal Equality Index 2024

Equality Federation Institute is proud to partner on HRC’s 2024 Municipal Equality Index (MEI), a comprehensive tool that shows how cities nationwide foster LGBTQ+ equality through their policies, practices, and services. 

December 5, 2024
New Director Alert!

We are pleased to announce Janeesha’s promotion from Events Manager to Director of Leadership & Capacity Building!

November 18, 2024
Reflecting on Leadership Conference 2024

We held our largest Leadership Conference to date, with 360+ attendees from across the country coming together to build relationships and learn from one another. 

August 29, 2024
Say Hello to Our Newest State Partner!

Our state partner network is growing, and we’re so excited to introduce you to our newest member: Lavender Rights Project!

May 22, 2024
Launched: Vanguard HIV Policy Change-Makers Fellowship

Equality Federation Institute (EFI), empowered by ViiV Healthcare and our network of state-based LGBTQ+ advocacy partners, launched a bold pilot program this month: The Vanguard HIV Policy Change-Makers Fellowship!

March 14, 2024
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