LGBTQ Equality

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We work to ensure lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people can live openly and enjoy equal rights and personal autonomy. We advocate for non-discrimination laws and policies, and oppose attempts to legalize discrimination.

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News & Commentary
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Key Legal Updates From a Busy Summer in Court

It's been a very busy in court. Catch up on some of the biggest highlights in cases ranging from freedom of speech and religion to voting rights and immigrants' rights.
Press Release
Know your rights back to school

Civil Rights Organizations Urge Students, Parents, Teachers, and Staff to Know Their Rights as the Academic Year Begins

The ACLU of Maine, EqualityMaine, and GLAD Law have released a comprehensive Know Your Rights guide reflecting recent changes in law, including immigrants’ rights under new ICE Out laws and LGBTQ+ rights.
Issue Areas: Youth Rights, Disability Rights, Freedom of Expression, LGBTQ Equality, Privacy, Reproductive Freedom, Religious Liberty, Indigenous Justice, Immigrants' Rights
Know Your Rights
Know Your Rights: Back to School

Back to School: A Know Your Rights Guide for Students, Faculty, & Staff

It's more important than ever for students, families, teachers, and school staff to know their rights and how to protect them.
Know Your Rights
Let Girls Play

Transgender Student Athletes in Maine Schools

The Maine Human Rights Act allows transgender students to participate on teams consistent with their gender identity.

Cases, Campaigns & Legislation

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Court Case
Jul 2, 2026

St. Dominic Academy v. Makin – Separation of Church and State

Crosspoint Church sought an exemption from Maine law so it could discriminate against students while receiving state funds. The right to discriminate has never been recognized by any court, and any school that wants to participate in state educational programs must play by the same rules as all others.
Court Case
Jul 2, 2026

Crosspoint Church v. Makin – Separation of Church and State

Crosspoint Church, which operates Bangor Christian School, sought an exemption from state law so it could openly discriminate against LGBTQ students while receiving taxpayer education funds at the same time.