Stay Informed: Key Michigan LGBTQ+ Resources

Legal and Advocacy Resources for LGBTQ+ Communities:

• Lambda Legal

  Know Your Rights

  Lambda Legal is a national organization focused on achieving full recognition of the civil rights of LGBTQ+ individuals. They offer a range of "know your rights" resources that encompass federal legal protections and recent executive orders impacting the LGBTQ+ community.

  For more information, go to:

  Explore Lambda Legal's materials
  

• Erin in the Morning

  Stay Informed

  Erin Reed, a journalist and LGBTQ+ rights advocate, provides up-to-date coverage of legislative changes affecting queer and trans communities across the U.S., including Michigan. Her website, Erin in the Morning, features detailed breakdowns of new laws, executive orders, and legal battles, offering critical insights for those looking to stay informed about their rights. She also provides interactive maps tracking anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and resources for advocacy and legal support.

  For more information, go to:

  Stay informed by visiting Erin in the Morning
  

• Equality Michigan

  Michigan Advocacy

  Equality Michigan is a leading organization advocating for LGBTQ+ rights within the state. They provide educational resources, legal assistance, and updates on recent legislative changes affecting the LGBTQ+ community in Michigan. Their "know your rights" materials are tailored to address both state-specific and federal legal contexts.

  For more information, go to:

  Access Equality Michigan "Know Your Rights" Resources
  

• ACLU of Michigan

  Protecting Your Rights

  The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Michigan offers comprehensive resources on LGBTQ+ rights, including recent legislative updates and legal protections specific to Michigan. Their materials cover areas such as anti-discrimination laws, marriage equality, and protections against hate crimes.

  For more information, go to:

  Visit the ACLU Michigan LGBT Project

  Visit ACLU National- LGBTQ Rights
  

• Michigan Department of Civil Rights

  State Legal Resources

  The Michigan Department of Civil Rights provides information on the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, which, as of March 2023, explicitly includes protections against discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Their website offers resources and guidance on filing complaints related to discrimination.

  For more information, go to:

  More information at Michigan Department of Civil Rights
  

• Human Rights Campaign (HRC)

  Michigan Legal Support

  The HRC provides state-specific resources detailing legal protections and rights for LGBTQ+ individuals. Their Michigan state page offers insights into recent legislative changes and ongoing advocacy efforts.

  For more information, go to:

  Access Michigan resources at HRC - Michigan
  

• GLAAD

  Gay Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation

  Founded in 1985, GLAAD is a non-profit organization focused on LGBTQ advocacy and cultural change. GLAAD works to ensure fair, accurate, and inclusive representation and creates national and local programs that advance LGBTQ acceptance. Serving as a storyteller, media force, resource, and advocate, GLAAD tackles tough issues and provokes dialogue so that authentic LGBTQ stories are seen, heard, and actualized. GLAAD strives to protect all that has been accomplished and helps create a world where everyone can live the life they love.

  For more information, go to:

  Visit GLAAD for more information
  

• Advocates for Trans Equality (A4TE)

  Trans Legal & Political Rights

  Advocates for Trans Equality fights for the legal and political rights of transgender people in America. Leveraging decades of experience on the frontlines of power, we shift government and society towards a future where we are no less than equal. A4TE was founded in 2024 as the National Center for Transgender Equality (NCTE) and Transgender Legal Defense and Education Fund (TLDEF), two long-time champions for the trans community, merged together as one organization. A4TE builds on their successes to boldly imagine a world where trans people live our lives joyfully and without barriers.

  For more information, go to:

  Visit A4TE for more resources and information
  

• The Trans Youth Equality Foundation

  Education, advocacy, and support for transgender youth

  The Trans Youth Equality Foundation is a national 501(c)(3) non profit foundation that advocates for transgender, gender non-conforming, non binary and intersex youth ages 2–18. Our organization was founded by the mother of a transgender child; with support from some good friends, an experienced doctor, civil rights lawyer and others she began to build a board and programs. Through her own struggle to find resources for her child between 2002 and 2007, she realized the great need for high quality resources and support services for youth and their families. TYEF seeks to address this need through our yearly youth retreats, including a popular summer and fall camp; TransWaves, an educational podcast program; training for educational and medical professionals; youth workshops; and our social media presence. TYEF was founded upon the principle that no family and no child has to be alone on this journey.

  For more information, go to:

  Visit Trans Youth Equality for more information.
  

• PFLAG

  Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays

  PFLAG is the nation's largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them.

  For more information, go to:

  Visit PFLAG for more information, support and resources.