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OneIowa: Equality for LGBT Iowans
515-288-4019
This organization works for LGBTQ rights within the judicial system. It engages on other issues, including: AIDS and HIV in Iowa; safe communities for LGBTQ youth, dialogue between the police and LGBTQ community; addressing the needs and concerns of Iowa's aging and elder LGBT populations, promoting health and wellness, defending marriage equality through grassroots education; improving access to resources for transgender Iowans; and engaging in civil dialogue around LGBT equality. Its website has an events page.
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Women’s Cultural Collective
This organization supports community building and a safe atmosphere for lesbians. All women are invited to attend their events. They hold social events, and offer a social calendar and resource page on their website. Lesbians and allies are invited to join the collective to receive news and updates on events.
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Equality Kansas
316-683-1706
Formerly the Kansas Equality Coalition, Equality Kansas's formed as a chapter-based grassroots organization. Its mission is to end discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. They work on these goals through education, public policy advocacy, and political action. They have chapters in the Central Plains, Flint Hills, Hutchinson, Lawrence-Douglas Count, Metro Kansas City, North Central, Northwest, South Central, Southeast, Southwest, and Topeka.
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Gay and Lesbian Services Organization (GLSO)
859-253-3233
The organization connects members to social events around Lexington, and hosts the online version of LinQ Magazine, and offers programming for Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) youth, a discussion group for LGBTQ people undergoing life challenges and transitions, and a seniors group.
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GLBT Resource Center of Michiana
574-234-1411
The center offer a safe and nurturing environment for those who face gender identity issues. They are a primary voice in their community or raising awareness of the challenges and contributions of LGBT people in Michiana. They celebrate and cultivate creativity, diversity, health and well-being, and provide diverse learning opportunities and resources to enhance the lives of LGBTQ people. The center hosts groups for polyamorous people, men, women, teens, and transgender individuals.
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Fairness Coalition
502-893-0788
This page is home to a coalition of five organizations that work for LGBTQ equality in Kentucky.
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LGBT Community Center of New Orleans
The center provides resources and advocacy that foster community development and social and economic justice efforts on behalf of LGBTQ people. This center offers information on educational, recreational, and social opportunities. It has a library and a resource directory open to submissions.
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Gayindy.com
Gayindy.com is an online resource connecting the LGBTQ community and allies to community events and organizations, entertainment, local and national news, and online public fora for discussion on selected topics. The site offers a "gay Indiana" map and details on Pride celebrations.
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LGBT+ Archives Project of Louisiana
504-344-9476
This projects collects, archives, and preserves LGBT+ historical materials; provides an information directory of archival resources where such materials may be deposited or accessed for research and study; maintains a list of locations of archived GBT+ materials, and supports their preservation and archival work by raising financial resources. The site offers a list of locations where such archives are housed, a bibliography, a blog, and a Facebook group link.
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Louisiana Queer Conference
The LQC provides leadership development, networking opportunities, and social support for LGBTQ college students and their allies in Louisiana. The conference provides an annual venue for individuals to discuss ideas and collaborate on projects while building a statewide network to advance the LGBTQ movement.
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LGBT Massachusetts
This is a resource website that includes information on marriage, families, places to explore and things to do in Massachusetts. There is also a sign-up page for their newsletter.
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The Center of Wichita
The center focuses on securing resources and educational opportunities for Wichita's LGBTQA youth. It provides a central meeting space for organizations and people interested in LGBTQ awareness. It's Get Connected program serves teens aged 13-18. There is a "helpful numbers" page on the site.
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Free State Justice
410-625-LGBT (5428)
This organization lobbies in Annapolis and across the state of Maryland to create equal protection under the law for LGBT Marylanders and their families. They engage in outreach, education, research, community organizing, training, and coalition building. Their website has ample resource lists for a variety of LGBTQ issues. It also has an events list and an Equality Blog.
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MaineTransNet or Maine Transgender Network
This organization educates the public about gender identity, seeking to raise awareness about the varied forms of gender expression. It provides resources to the trans community of Maine as well as consultation, education and trainings to social service/mental health professionals and interested others. They also offer private consultation and support to trans individuals and the people in their lives.There are also information resources on the website for transgender individuals.
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The GLCCB: GLBT Community Center of Baltimore and Central Maryland
410-777-8145
The center runs programs for women, men, transgender persons, youth and young adults, health and wellness and recovery issues. They offer a cybercenter, advocacy, HIV/STD testing,
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LGBT Coalition of Western Massachusetts
413-370-0506
This organization engages in innovative advocacy,community outreach programs and event, referral services and educational support. The organization serves as a liaison to educational and youth organizations, social, medical, spiritual, legal and employment organizations. It hosts fora and workshops, seminars and films that focus on the disparities within its community.
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EQME EqualityMaine
207-761-3732
This organization works for full equality for LGBTQ people throughout the state of Maine. It engages in political action, community organizing, education, and collaboration. The organization advocates for trans equality, marriage equality, legislative priorities, rural organizations, adoption, non-discrimination, and youth. The webpage has sections for news, event, and resources.
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Equality Michigan
313.537.7000
Equality Michigan is the state's only statewide anti-violence and advocacy organization working primarily for Michigan's LGBTQ communities. It works to create change at the state and local levels, addressing equality and legal protections for the communities. The organization holds a number of events and offers internships.
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