THE HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN
The Human Rights Campaign is America's largest civil rights organization working to achieve lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender equality. By inspiring and engaging all Americans, HRC strives to end discrimination against LGBT citizens and realize a nation that achieves fundamental fairness and equality for all. HRC seeks to improve the lives of LGBT Americans by advocating for equal rights and benefits in the workplace, ensuring families are treated equally under the law and increasing public support among all Americans through innovative advocacy, education and outreach programs.
- HRC advocates for LGBT equality and educates the public about LGBT issues.
- HRC is organized and will be operated for the promotion of the social welfare of the LGBT community.
- The HRC Foundation improves the lives of LGBT people by working to increase understanding and encourage the adoption of LGBT-inclusive policies and practices (go to their crowdrise page)
ALL GOD'S CHILDREN
All God’s Children is a groundbreaking new public education and engagement campaign aiming at promoting equality in Southern US by strengthening the foundation of public support for LGBT Mississippians.
"“WE ARE ALL GOD’S CHILDREN. IT IS ONLY FOR GOD TO JUDGE, NOT US. WE NEED TO TREAT EVERYONE WITH RESPECT.”
>> Learn more about this campaign
HCR GLOBAL
There are millions of LGBT people around the world who are gaining visibility and fighting for their rights but some live in fear and isolation – and under the rule of governments that criminalize their very identities. HRC Global strengthens the global equality movement through public education, advocacy, fellowships, partnerships, and research.
>> Learn more about HRC Global
THE EXPORT OF HATE
There is a network of American extremists who work tirelessly to undercut LGBT people around the world at every turn. They spew venomous rhetoric, outrageous theories, and discredited science.
>> Go to "EXPORTER OF HATE" page on hrc.org
>> Please read full HRC REPORT
CHILDREN & YOUTH
Being supported at home, in school and in the community is important for all children and youth – especially lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) youth. From creating an inclusive learning environment for students – whether a student is in the process of transitioning or she has two moms – to understanding the challenges and resiliency of LGBTQ youth, HRC provides a wealth of resources for supporting LGBTQ youth (hrc.org/explore/topic/children-youth)
>> Visit WELCOMING SCHOOLS
RELIGION & FAITH
People look to their faith as a source of guidance and inspiration – and LGBT people and our family and friends are no different. The HRC Religion and Faith Program is working to create a world where nobody is forced to choose betweenwho they are, whom they love and what they believe.
>> Go to What Does the BIBLE Say About HOMOSEXUALITY?
COMMUNITIES OF COLOR
HRC is committed to promoting racial and ethnic diversity within the LGBTQ movement and to fighting bias and discrimination in all forms, including many of the unique challenges facing LGBTQ communities of color. While members of the LGBTQ community share much in common, it's important to recognize the differences that shape our individual and collective experiences.
>> Explore COMMUNITIES OF COLOR
BRAVE SPACES
Directed by award winning filmmaker Marc Smolowitz, Brave Spaces: Perspectives on Faith and LGBT Justice brings together 20 leading faith and community leaders to examine the past, present and future of coalition building and intersectional justice. The film points to the prospect of a new era of intersectional justice in social movements -- one that brings together LGBT and faith communities in new ways to tackle some of our nation's biggest challenges.
