LGBTQ freedom
We insist that religion should not be used to legitimize discrimination, and are rallying faith-based support for LGBTQ freedom.
We believe all Americans are born equal in rights and dignity
For decades we have mobilized powerful coalitions of people from diverse faiths and beliefs to fight back against degrading efforts to attack LGBTQ Americans and demand the right for us all to live with full dignity, safety and equal rights. Interfaith Alliance has long been a leader in LGBTQ advocacy, including a pre-Obergefell blue paper created by past Interfaith
Alliance president Rev. Welton Gaddy on same-sex marriage first published in 2009 and revised in 2013. Our current president Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush, is a nationally recognized leader in the fight for LGBTQ equality. We believe religious freedom should not be weaponized to harm LGBTQ communities, and have spoken out at the U.S. Supreme Court and Congress to ensure this message is heard by policymakers. We played an important role in passing the Respect for Marriage Act, which codified same-sex marriage and interracial marriage into federal law, in 2022. We are deeply concerned about increasing attacks on trans Americans, particularly our trans youth. We celebrate the inherent worth of all trans and non-binary people and recognize their right to gender-affirming health care.
Tell Your Members of Congress: Co-Sponsor the Equality Act!
Tell Congress: Oppose all attacks on LGBTQ+ people in the federal budget.
LGBTQ-focused resources
Interfaith Alliance, together with Keshet and the National LGBTQ Task Force, leads the Faith for Equality Coalition. We are working with the broader LGBTQ rights movement to pass the Equality Act, which would expand LGBTQ nondiscrimination protections at the federal level, into law.
For the past several years, we have also organized Faith for Pride events to ensure that the faithful majority in favor of LGBTQ equality is heard.
If you’re interested in learning more about our LGBTQ advocacy, please contact Tranée McDonald at tmcdonald@interfaithalliance.org.
Interfaith Alliance, together with Keshet and the National LGBTQ Task Force, leads the Faith for Equality Coalition. We are working with the broader LGBTQ rights movement to pass the Equality Act, which would expand LGBTQ nondiscrimination protections at the federal level, into law.
For the past several years, we have also organized Faith for Pride events to ensure that the faithful majority in favor of LGBTQ equality is heard.
If you’re interested in learning more about our LGBTQ advocacy, please contact Tranée McDonald at tmcdonald@interfaithalliance.org.
H.R. 28 and the Fight for Transgender Youth in Sports
Discover why H.R. 28, the "Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025," is a harmful bill that targets transgender, nonbinary, and intersex students. Learn about our organization's efforts to oppose this legislation and advocate for inclusive sports environments for all youth. Join us in urging the Senate to protect the rights of all students by rejecting this discriminatory bill.
Defending Our Communities: Preparing for State Legislative Sessions Across the Nation
Join Interfaith Alliance affiliates as they mobilize nationwide to protect civil rights and uphold democratic values. From countering religious impositions in public schools to defending LGBTQ+ rights and ensuring fair representation, our affiliates partner with advocacy groups to challenge legislation that threatens inclusivity and equality. Stay informed and support our efforts to foster a nation where everyone can live, love, and believe freely.
Finding Hope and Defiance in "Wicked": Lessons for Today
Explore the powerful themes of defying norms and embracing justice in the final 2024 episode of The State of Belief. Join host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush and Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons as they delve into the inspiring messages of Wicked, the hit musical. Discover how Elphaba's story fuels the fight for equality and learn key takeaways for courage and empathy. Subscribe now for weekly inspiration.
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