Our work on LGBT issues spans decades – from an early case challenging the military’s anti-gay policy, Hoffburg v. Alexander, to the monitoring of anti-gay hate and extremist groups today. The SPLC is dedicated to defending the rights of the LGBT community. Our current work has a national reach but Read more [...]

Mission: The Marin Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit that works to build bridges between the LGBT community and the Church through scientific research, biblical and social education, and diverse community gatherings. Approach: Our unique approach strategically partners with conservative and progressive religious entities and the LGBT community; as well as Read more [...]

Are you interested in becoming an advocate for yourself or other LGBTQ older adults?  Through the Constituent Advocacy program, you will participate in special training seminars and build the skills to become a public advocate for LGBTQ older adults.  You’ll have the opportunity to bring awareness to the unique history Read more [...]

About LT Learning Trans is a project, the goal of which is to produce, and to highlight trans community-produced knowledge. This is something that we have been thinking about quite a bit. We are just starting to envision all of what this could look like; the extent of community-generated knowledge, Read more [...]

Illinois Gender Advocates exist to bring equality and prosperity to the transgender people and our allies in Illinois through public education, networking, and government petition. Birth Certificates Currently, IGA is putting our whole weight behind improving the way trans people amend their birth certificate. We want everyone to have a Read more [...]

At ConceiveAbilities, we understand that third party reproduction can be challenging for many reasons. Building a family is an especially unique process for gay men and same sex couples and may initially seem overwhelming. But with the right guidance, resources and preparation, it can truly be done with ease.Utilizing a Read more [...]

The Gays & Lesbians in Planning (GALIP) Division of APA is a forum for the exchange of ideas and information of interest to gays, lesbians, and friends in the planning profession. GALIP addresses planning topics and issues that relate to the gay and lesbian community by providing a forum for Read more [...]

Prevention & Care Committee of the AIDS Foundation of Chicago meets quarterly (Jan., April, July, Oct.) on the 1st Tuesday of the month from 10:00am-12:00pm.

Chicagoland Professionals is a social group which provides gay and lesbian professionals the opportunity to meet and network. We are opening the door for networking and discussion with like-minded individuals in a safe environment that respects each individual. Current members come from diverse backgrounds such as law, sales, and the Read more [...]

Chicagoland Professionals is a social group which provides gay and lesbian professionals the opportunity to meet and network. We are opening the door for networking and discussion with like-minded individuals in a safe environment that respects each individual. Current members come from diverse backgrounds such as law, sales, and the Read more [...]

Proud & Included is an initiative developed to serve individuals in Cook County with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (IDD) that identify as LGBTQ. This project is designed to empower adults with IDD and assist in their integration into the larger LGBTQ community through self-advocacy and event participation. Our hope is participation in Read more [...]

Gender JUST (Justice United for Societal Transformation) develops the leadership and power of diverse Queer Chicagoans through a commitment to racial, economic and gender justice, and the vibrant resistance cultures of our communities!

The Rainbow PUSH Coalition (RPC) is a multi-racial, multi-issue, progressive, international membership organization fighting for social change.RPC was formed in December 1996 by Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. through the merging of two organizations he founded earlier, People United to Serve Humanity (PUSH, 1971) and the Rainbow Coalition (1984). With Read more [...]

The Rainbow PUSH Coalition (RPC) is a multi-racial, multi-issue, progressive, international membership organization fighting for social change. RPC was formed in December 1996 by Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. through the merging of two organizations he founded earlier, People United to Serve Humanity (PUSH, 1971) and the Rainbow Coalition (1984). Read more [...]

A network of LGBTQ friendly real estate agents in Illinois.Search profiles of agents of Illinois who can help you with your real estate needs.If you are an LGBTQ friendly real estate agent, you can add your profile to the network.

The Illinois Safe Schools Alliance envisions a world in which youth develop to their fullest potential, learning in safe and nurturing schools, living in communities that accept and honor differences, where everyone has the freedom to express their sexual orientation and gender identity. The goals of the Alliance are: 1) Read more [...]

Focus OutJustice works to actively remind the public that injustice creates shock waves that harm more than just the targeted person(s). OutJustice acts as a long-term resource that may be utilized by not only hate crime and discrimination victims, but also their families and their various communities. As queer individuals, Read more [...]

UBUNTU Center of Chicago – The Center for SGL-LGBT African Americans, a Chicago non-profit business, was founded in 2013. The Center aim is to continue to implement SGL-LGBT affirming programs, services, projects and special events; and to partner with other social justice organizations and allies with similar beliefs. In 2015 Read more [...]

T-MAC is a peer led community group for anyone assigned female at birth (AFAB) who identifies as male, masculine of center, or is questioning their gender. Our meetings include topics related to transmasculine identity, guest speakers and workshops. Our mission is to provide a safe and supportive environment for the Read more [...]

The Chicago Gender Society is organized and operated for social, charitable and educational purposes. More specifically, CGS is a social, and educational organization for all members of the Transgender community, their supporters and for the benefit of the public. The goal of CGS is to provide social and educational activities Read more [...]