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Louisiana Trans Advocates

Louisiana Trans Advocates

February 25, 2014
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Equality Florida

February 25, 2014
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Equality Maps

February 21, 2014
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Supporting the Federation in 2014

Here at the Federation, the year has gotten off to an exciting start as our team implements our 2014 plan. Through our programs in leadership development, policy advocacy and organizational development, we’re poised to make a huge impact in the coming months.

February 18, 2014
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Stories from the States: EqualityMaine’s New Executive Director Looks Beyond the Marriage Milestone

In 2012, Mainers voted to extend the freedom to marry to same-sex couples in the state. After that historic victory at the ballot box, EqualityMaine -- like a growing number of states -- wrestled with an increasingly common question: What’s next?

February 18, 2014
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Marriage Momentum Round-Up

Last week, I wrote about the incredible momentum we're seeing for marriage, even in the reddest states. But in just a few days, I was already out-of-date.The progress being made on marriage is happening so fast, it's unlike anything we've ever seen in the LGBT movement. I never thought I'd say this, but it's hard to keep up.

February 13, 2014

Press Releases

20 Anti-LGBT Bills Introduced in Texas

Twenty bills that could result in discrimination against gay and transgender Texans have been introduced so far this year. Among them that have made it out of committee, House Bill 4105 would bar use of public funds to issue or recognize a marriage license for same sex couples.

May 14, 2015
Members: It is Time to Complete Our Annual Recertification Survey 2015

Every year, Federation members must complete our recertification survey as part of our Member in Good Standing Policy.Recertification is a chance for you to update the Federation about your work, your priorities, and your team.

May 13, 2015
Members: What’s New on the Fairness Project Site

We heard from many of you who participated in the Fairness Project site survey. You told us you want news and resources, and you want them often. We can do that!

May 13, 2015
Member Opportunity: Sign On to Stop Bullying on Day 1

In the spring/summer of 2015, our partners at the Tyler Clementi Foundation are launching Day 1 - an effective, immediate and free way to reduce bullying, harassment and humiliation. And your organization can take part.

May 12, 2015
You Can Move the Race Conversation Forward

The LGBT movement is shifting. We are seeing the tides changing from a focus on marriage to one of states working for protections in nondiscrimination, safe schools, immigration, healthcare, and beyond. But what is constant throughout this change is the intersectionality of our work, and the need to look at each issue through multiple lenses.

May 8, 2015
VICTORY: Nebraska's Same-Sex Marriage Ban Lifted!

On Monday, March 2nd, U.S. District Judge Joseph Bataillon ruled Nebraska's ban on same-sex marriage to be unconstitutional calling it an "unabashedly gender-specific infringement of the equal rights of its citizens."

May 2, 2015
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