LGBT

Everyone in America deserves equal treatment under the law regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity and expression including the right to marry the partner of your choice. The ACLU works for equal rights and legal protections against discrimination and harassment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people.

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FAQ: Washington and the 303 Creative v. Elenis Case

Preliminary guidance on how this decision will impact Washington.

ACLU-WA comment on signing of abortion and gender-affirming care bills into law

Gov. Inslee signed a package of bills that take meaningful steps toward defending health care access

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Consent decree ends gendered uniform policy for Alaska Airlines

Flight Attendant Justin Wetherell celebrates an advance for inclusivity in the airline industry

Resources

Robbins v. Swedish Health Services

A suit against Swedish and Providence for refusing medically necessary surgery for a transgender man

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Transgender Rights

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Events

Join us at events throughout Washington.

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Racial justice and free speech resources

Resources for administrators, teachers, parents, and students on racial justice and free speech

Protest rights and safety

Stay safe and know your rights.

Restraint and isolation in Washington schools

What they are, how they are being used and what needs to change to protect WA's kids