Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders

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

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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... Details »

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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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