Equality Arlington

Equality Arlington is a nonprofit advocacy organization dedicated to improving the lives of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and extended (LGBTQ+) community in Arlington, Virginia. We advocate for policies, programs, and services that meet the needs of the LGBTQ+ community whether provided by the government, non-profit, or private sector.

Equality Arlington’s leadership has been working to advocate for the needs of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and extended (LGBTQ+) community in Arlington, Virginia. Leveraging existing and new relationships with government leaders, nonprofit organizations, and businesses, Equality Arlington’s volunteer leadership has worked to connect the needs and experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals living and working in the county with the decision-makers who have the power to address gaps in support for LGBTQ+ individuals in healthcare, education, public representation, housing, and other areas critical to thriving in our community. Based on the needs of Arlington’s LGBTQ+ community, the Equality Arlington Board of Directors adopts advocacy priorities each year. Our current priorities are: · Protect and improve healthcare access and services for LGBTQ+ residents especially transgender residents · Empower and support LGBTQ+ students, especially transgender and nonbinary youth, in Arlington schools and in the community · Protect Arlington’s LGBTQ+ residents from discrimination and safeguard their rights and welfare at the local, state, and federal level · Increase LGBTQ+ cultural representation throughout our community