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Stories from the States: Forum for Equality Secures Monumental Win for LGBT Individuals in Shreveport, Louisiana

Just as a historic 2013 came to a close, LGBT Louisianians celebrated a big win. The town of Shreveport became the second municipality to protect its residents from discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodations based on sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.

March 12, 2014
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Report from Equal Rights Center Shines Light on Barriers to Senior Housing for Same-Sex Couples

By 2030, an estimated 6 million LGBT seniors will be living in this country. As this number increases, so does the need for more housing options that allow older LGBT people and their partners to live in safe and comfortable environments.

February 26, 2014
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New York Association for Gender Rights Advocacy

February 26, 2014
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Equality Florida

February 25, 2014
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Louisiana Trans Advocates

Louisiana Trans Advocates

February 25, 2014
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Equality Maps

February 21, 2014

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Welcome, Equality Federation Members!

Thanks for joining us! We know that you are working for LGBT where it's hard and where it matters most - at home - and we want to support your efforts in every way we can.

January 4, 2013
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Equality Federation is the movement builder and strategic partner to state-based organizations advocating for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people. We're winning equality in the communities we call home. 

January 2, 2013
Statescape Billfinder

Billfinder allows you to search for state and federal bills on any subject. We use it to find the text of bills relating to LGBT rights.To use the Billfinder, you need to enter a name and an organization, but that's all. You don't register or have to give them contact information.

December 18, 2012
Equality Ohio

December 17, 2012
One Colorado

December 17, 2012
Equality Maine

December 17, 2012
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