Issues This page contains links to organizations and information specific to the many individual issues facing the lesbian and gay community. For information on "general interest" national organizations, please check out our groups page. If you know of an organization or resource that belongs here, please let me know. marriage - military - immigration - health violence - civil rights - youth/schools - "sodomy" laws - partisan politics - business - misc The Right to Marry/Couples' Rights There is no more basic human characteristic than the ability to love. The government recognition of those who choose to dedicate their live to each other is reserved for heterosexuals only. In addition to violating the Constitutional rights on which this nation was founded, this discriminatory policy violates the most basic human rights as well. In addition to the groups listed below, these organizations also have information on the right to marry. Hawaii Equal Rights Marriage Project Official web Site for the Hawaii Equal Rights Marriage Project. Continually brings you the latest information and news about the fight for same-gender marriage in Hawaii. Freedom to Marry Project Nationwide U.S. coalition committed to winning and keeping the freedom of same-gender couples to marry. Partners Task Force for Gay & Lesbian Couples Very throrough and detailed information on all aspects of same-sex relationships, from legal issues to statistics to personal stories and everything in between. Legal Marriage Alliance of Washington While located in Washington State, this organization's site offers information of interest to all citizens interested in equal marriage rights. Gays in the Military The desire to serve one's country is a common one among gays and lesbians, many who have served with valor as they defend America in our military. In spite of their long history of service in war and peace, gays and lesbians are not welcome in the US military, which spends millions of tax dollars on vicious witch hunts, ruining careers and lives trying to ferret out patriotic soldiers guilty only of being themselves. Servicemembers' Legal Defense Network Watchdog organization that assists men and women targeted by the military's policy on homosexuals. They offer legal advice, representation and more. Veterans for Human Rights Works towards ending discrimination against openly gay and lesbian Americans. Homo Base Detailed and frequently updated source for the latest gay, military, and alternative information. Service Academy Gay and Lesbian Alumni Organization for gay and lesbian graduates of West Point, the Naval Academy, Coast Guard Academy, Air Force Academy, and Merchant Marine Academy. Immigration and Political Asylum In many countries around the world, gays and lesbians have to fear for their lives due to oppressive governments. These groups fight to insure that the doors of immigration are open to these persecuted individuals. Lesbian and Gay Immigration and Asylum Rights Task Force Working for asylum and immigration rights for lesbians and gays. Politics and Health AIDS has become a matter of politics as well as science, primarily because of groups like ACT-UP. Whether they have done a service or a disservice to their cause is a matter for debate. ACT-UP New York Love 'em or hate 'em, they are still here and still queer. Immunet Immunet is a non-profit AIDS service organization that produces an AIDS "web channel" of treatment information for PWA's and their caregivers. AIDS Action AIDS Action's new web site is the most comprehensive on-line source for AIDS policy information. Violence Minorities have always been the targets of bigots who express their hate through violence. Gay and lesbians are no exception. These groups help us fight back. Community United Against Violence Group working to combat violence against gay people. The National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs National organization with information on hate crimes, same-sex domestic violance, AID-related violance, and more. Community United Against Violence Group working to combat violence against gay people. Civil Rights While every group linked on this site can be considered a civil rights group, these are groups which are fighting specifically for civil rights. In addition to the groups listed below (and above!), these organizations also have information on civil rights.. ACLU Gay Rights Area The ACLU has been fighting to get the oppressive hand of Big Brother out of our bedrooms and personal lives. "Sodomy" law information site Information on the anachronistic "sodomy" laws which are still used to persecute gays and lesbians in some states. Workplace Equal Rights Information From the Human Rights Campaign come this excellent site on equal rights in the workplace. People for the American Way People for the American Way fights for the separation of Church and State, and defends the rights of gays and lesbians. Youth Gay and lesbian youth face many severe challenges. Traditionally, schools have not been the friendliest places to be seen as different. Additionally, many gay and lesbian young people do not have anywhere to turn for the kind of positive support they need. These people, places and web sites are trying ot change that. School Shouldn't Hurt A good, detailed report on the problem gay teens face, and ways to make it better. Creating Safe Schools A resource guide on how to make safer schools really work. Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network The largest national organization working to end homophobia in schools. OutProud! A leading site for gay and lesbian youth. The Project Billing itself as the ultimate gay youth web site, The Project includes support group listings, SafeZone, places to connect with outhers, and more. "Sodomy" Laws "Sodomy" laws explicity criminalize gay lovemaking, and legitimize government intrusion into our bedrooms. These laws are not enforced against heterosexuals, and are used to justify all manner of discrimination.. Lambda Legal's Sodomy Law Resources Excellent reference source on these laws. ACLU Sodomy Law Information Exactly what it sounds like. Partisan Groups Proving that the fight for gay civil rights is not a liberal or conservative issue are these groups from across the political spectrum.. Gays and Lesbians for Individual Liberty This is a Libertarian group. Log Cabin Republicans The national organization for gay Republicans. New York Log Cabin Republicans The large and active New York chapter of LCR Lambda Independent Democrats A Democratic organization. Alice B. Toklas Lesbian and Gay Democratic Club A Democratic organization in San Francisco. National Stonewall Democratic Federation The national gay Democratic group Dallas Stonewall Democrats The Dallas chapter of the Stonewall Democrats The Business World Your pocketbook is a potent weapon in the battle for equality. Whether as an employee, stockholder, or consumer, your dollar is your vote.. Gay Financial Network The Gay Financial Network is the web's hub for gay consumer and employment information. The site features a detailed guide to gay-friendly companies, investment and money advice for individuals and same-sex couples, and columns on travel and other consumer issues. Other Sites These are some other sites on the net which contain collections of political information of interest to gays and lesbians.. Queer Resources Directory Politics The QRD is a massive database of over 100,000 documents dealing with gay and lesbian issues. This link takes you to their excellent political resources guide, containing tons of information, including the famous Fight the Right action kit. The Grapevine Tribune A great online gay newspaper which gets its stories "live" from volunteers around the world. Gay and Lesbian Association of Retiring Persons A site with information on issues facing gay and lesbian seniors.