The Supreme Court will hear a critical case on whether states can block families with transgender kids from getting necessary health care. Denying care is harmful and unfair—equal protection under the law must apply to everyone. Watch our Staff Attorney Lisa Rodriguez-Ross explain what's at stake ⚖️ https://lnkd.in/eNGGCCZt
GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (GLAD)
Civic and Social Organizations
Boston, MA 2,882 followers
A leading civil rights organization fighting for full equality and justice for LGBTQ+ people and people with HIV.
About us
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 and expression, HIV status, and sexual orientation. Since 1978, GLAD has been pursuing equal justice under law with enormous success. Our legal victories have changed the landscape of the law regarding sexual orientation, HIV status, and gender identity and expression. But more importantly, they have made a difference in the day-to-day lives of countless individuals. GLAD operates GLAD Answers, a free and confidential legal information line to provide LGBTQ and HIV+ people throughout New England with information and resources to help them advocate for their rights. GLAD Answers can be reached via email at www.GLADAnswers.org operates at 800-455-GLAD or via email at www.GLADAnswers.org.
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http://www.glad.org
External link for GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (GLAD)
- Industry
- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Boston, MA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1978
- Specialties
- LGBTQ Rights, HIV, Civil Rights, Transgender Rights, Impact Litigation, Legal Education, Public Advocacy, Public Engagement, Legal Advocacy, LGBTQ Equality, and Legal Referrals
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18 Tremont Street
STE 950
Boston, MA 02108, US
Employees at GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (GLAD)
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We are so proud to welcome Ricardo M. as our new Executive Director 👋 Ricardo is a tireless advocate for equality and a champion of hope. We’re so excited for him to lead GLAD in our next chapter of bold legal strategy and precedent-setting victories to protect LGBTQ+ rights and our fundamental freedoms. Join us in welcoming Ricardo! 🌈
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The Massachusetts Parentage Act goes into effect in January. If you're an attorney or work for an organization that serves Massachusetts families, join us on 10/8 to find out how to prepare your clients and constituents for the new law. RSVP at https://lnkd.in/eS5RUYHF.
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Florida families are urging the 11th Circuit to strike down the ban on medical care for transgender youth, arguing the law is based on bias, not medical science. https://lnkd.in/evYg5jj4
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Last chance to sponsor the Spirit of Justice Award Dinner and be featured in the program book! Sign up today to be part of this powerful evening: https://lnkd.in/eupjHiAm
Show your commitment to equality! Sponsor the 25th Annual Spirit of Justice Award Dinner on 10/25 in Boston and make a lasting impact on our work for justice. https://lnkd.in/e7vurj2r
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On National Gay Men's HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, learn about the importance of PrEP access in ending the HIV epidemic from our Board VP, Dr. Joseph Metmowlee Garland, a physician and HIV specialist 👉 https://lnkd.in/dgSRfmvp
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Are you a 2L and 3L student passionate about LGBTQ+ legal rights? Apply for our spring or summer legal internship and make a difference! ⚖️ https://lnkd.in/eveUXn_y
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September 30: Join the conversation with advocates about the history of LGBTQ+ advocacy and how we are charting the path forward for equality! RSVP for the free Palm Springs community event: https://lnkd.in/eXF9CDUh
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It's National Voter Registration Day! Take 30 seconds to check your voter registration status — and make sure your friends do too. Visit vote.org to check or update your registration, find voting requirements in your state, and more 🗳️
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Planning for your future? Discover financial and estate planning tips for LGBTQ+ people and families. Watch our webinar, “Our Future, Our Terms,” featuring expert attorneys and financial planners sharing valuable strategies for LGBTQ+ adults of all ages: https://lnkd.in/erMcPnhw
Our Future, Our Terms - GLAD
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