LGBTQ Equality
We work to ensure lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people can live openly and enjoy equal rights and personal autonomy.
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.
The Latest
The Brief: Your September Update
Voting deadlines, fall events, back to school rights, and important legal and policy updates: here's the latest from the ACLU of Maine
Key Legal Updates From a Busy Summer in Court
It's been a very busy summer 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.
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.
Cases, Campaigns & Legislation
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.
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