Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders

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dedicated to ending discrimination based on sexual orientation,
HIV status and gender identity and expression.

Your Rights in Connecticut

On October 10, 2008, the Connecticut Supreme Court ruled in GLAD's case Kerrigan & Mock v. Department of Public Health that same-sex couples have the right to marry. Learn More.

Connecticut At A Glance

LGBT Issues

Anti-Discrimination Law »

Connecticut's anti-discrimination law prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and HIV status. More »

Family Law »

Same-sex couples have the right to marry in Connecticut. Single gay people can adopt in Connecticut; same-sex couples can jointly become the legal parents of a child. More »

Hate Crimes, Sex Laws and Police »

Sexual orientation and gender identity or expression are protected characteristics under Connecticut's hate crimes laws. More »

Students' Rights »

Connecticut law forbids discrimination in public schools on the basis of sexual orientation. More »

HIV/AIDS Issues

HIV Anti-Discrimination Law »

People who are HIV-positive or who have AIDS are protected from employment discrimination under both Connecticut Human Rights Law and the federal Americans with Disabilities Act. More »

HIV Testing and Privacy »

Although there are exceptions, Connecticut law requires written informed consent for HIV testing and release of HIV-related medical information. More »

Other HIV-Related Laws »

Connecticut law provides for needle and syringe exchange programs in the health departments of the three cities with the highest number of AIDS cases among intravenous drug users. More »

GLAD's Work in Connecticut

From the Docket

Case Status: Victory

Kerrigan & Mock v. Connecticut Dept. of Public Health

On Friday, October 10, 2008, the Connecticut Supreme Court ruled that gay and lesbian couples are... Details »

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Legislation

March 12, 2009

CT Transgender Non-Discrimination Legislation Resources

Lobby Day for the Connecticut Transgender Anti-Discrimination Bill (HB 6452) is scheduled for

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News

November 12, 2009

GLAD Celebrates CT Marriage Equality, Surveys Couples On DOMA’s Impact

GLAD, which won marriage equality in Connecticut in the court case Kerrigan & Mock v. Department of Public Health, is marking the first anniversary... More »

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