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Connect with the Federation at Creating Change 2015

The entire Equality Federation team is looking forward to connecting with our members, partners and friends at The National LGBTQ Task Force's National Conference on LGBT Equality: Creating Change!

January 24, 2015
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New Report Details Critical Need for Clear Statewide Protections for LGBT People

Today the Human Rights Campaign in partnership with Equality Federation launched the first State Equality Index which details how a patchwork of non-discrimination laws state-to-state has left millions of LGBT Americans - including those who can legally marry - without reliable protections. 

January 23, 2015
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WATCH: Oklahoma Representative Introduces 3 Extremely Anti-LGBT Bills, Bonus: Ellen Tries Calling Her 6 Years Ago

January 23, 2015
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WATCH: Brave Youth Stand Up For LGBT Classmates in Mississippi

About 30 parents, students and community members demonstrated in front of the Rankin County Mississippi School District administrative building to protest the school's new policy requiring parental permission before youth are able to join clubs, an effort passed in reaction to the formation of a Gay Straight Alliance. Watch the video below, and click here to read more.

January 22, 2015
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Exciting Leadership Opportunity for Transgender People and LGBT People of Color

Our movement is led by some of the best and brightest individuals working hard to advance equality in the communities they call home. To develop the skills of emerging, new leaders, the Victory Institute invites LGBT leaders of color and transgender leaders to apply to the 2015 Victory Empowerment Fellowship.

January 21, 2015
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Save the Date: Summer Meeting 2015 Will Be Here Soon!

Every year, the Equality Federation Institute hosts its annual Summer Meeting, bringing together LGBT movement leaders from across the country to build skills and forge connections that strengthen the incredible work that’s happening in all the communities we call home.

January 21, 2015

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Thank You!

Thank you for filling out the evaluation for our 2013 Summer Meeting. To enter a raffle for a free registration to the 2014 Summer Meeting, July 30 - August 2, in Minneapolis, MN, just reply to the thank you email you received or email the Federation Institute at summermeeting@equalityfederation.org.

July 17, 2013
LGBT Rights Organizations Issue Open Letter: Trayvon Deserves Justice

WASHINGTON, DC— A coalition of national lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) rights organizations, led by the National Black Justice Coalition and the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, today issued the following open letter:

July 16, 2013
Fair Wisconsin is Seeking a Regional Program Manager

Following the merger of Fair Wisconsin and Equality Wisconsin, they are seeking a Regional Program Manager based in Milwaukee, WI. This position is responsible for broadening the visibility and capacity of Fair Wisconsin to achieve their vision and mission through strategic outreach in Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin.

July 16, 2013
You’re Invited to Watch an Advanced Online Screening of THE CAMPAIGN Tuesday, July 16th!

Great opportunity from KQED for Federation members! In advance of their broadcast on PBS, KQED is hosting a private tastemasters online screening of THE CAMPAIGN via their OVEE platform on Tuesday, July 16th at 11:00AM PST.

July 15, 2013
Frequently Asked Questions for a Post-DOMA World

Every day since the Supreme Court issued its landmark ruling striking down DOMA, we’re faced with more questions about how the decision will impact same-sex couples across the nation.

July 11, 2013
Less Than Two Weeks Until Summer Meeting

We're in the home stretch now! In less than two weeks, I'll stand up in Salt Lake City and welcome you all to our 16th Annual Summer Meeting. Honestly, as the days tick away, I can't decide what I'm more excited about -- the informative workshops or the incredible social events.

July 11, 2013
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