Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders

New England’s leading legal rights organization dedicated to ending discrimination based on
sexual orientation, HIV status and gender identity and expression.

Our Work

Since 1978, GLAD's bold and effective advocacy has achieved scores of precedent-setting legal victories to end discrimination based on sexual orientation, HIV status, and gender identity and expression.

Major Initiatives

Cases

The core of GLAD's work is litigation, carried out by a nationally recognized legal team that strategically pursues impact litigation where it is most necessary and can be most effective. Learn More

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON A CASE,
CONTACT GLAD AT 617-426-1350,
OR CONTACT BY EMAIL

Legislative Advocacy

GLAD attorneys, advocates, and volunteers draft legislation, testify before legislatures, brief lawmakers and candidates, and speak out on LGBT rights issues. Learn More

Public Education

Through our Public Affairs and Education Department, GLAD works to change hearts, minds, and public opinion about the real lives and rights of LGBT people and those living with HIV/AIDS. Learn More

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