GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders Blog
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Through strategic litigation, public policy advocacy, and education, GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (GLAD) works in New England and nationally to create a just society free of discrimination based on gender identity & expression, HIV status, and sexual orientation. We are committed to staying on the cutting edge of LGBTQ rights, and to keep our eyes on the counter-movement, which is..
GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders Blog
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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is a time to highlight the significant role of LGBTQ+ people in the AAPI community ..read more
GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders Blog
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Every major medical association supports transgender healthcare — but states across the country continue to ban access to this crucial care ..read more
GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders Blog
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These are frightening times for our community and our country. None of us can afford to stand by on the sidelines. It’s time to take action ..read more
GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders Blog
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In New England and across the country GLAD is active in state legislatures and in the courts. Here are some of our current priorities ..read more
GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders Blog
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During Black History Month, we are celebrating the powerful contributions of Black authors whose books have been banned or challenged in libraries and schools ..read more
GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders Blog
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State of Tennessee Officials Agree Sign Mandate Targeting LGBTQ+ Individuals is Unconstitutional and Cannot Be Enforced Final District Court Order in Curb Records and Mike Curb ..read more
GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders Blog
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GLAD Attorney Chris Erchull, Morgan Nighan (Nixon Peabody), Gilles Bissonnette (ACLU New Hampshire), and plaintiffs challenging New Hampshire’s School Censorship Law, Andres Mejia and Tina ..read more
GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders Blog
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The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing several cases this term with important implications for nondiscrimination protections, voting rights, and civil rights ..read more
GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders Blog
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From updating parentage laws to the Respect for Marriage Act, our work continues for LGBTQ+ families ..read more
GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders Blog
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Celebrating our victories fuels our hope, and our hope will sustain us in our work for justice ..read more