Pride at Work AFL-CIO

Discrimination & Civil Rights · Maine · Free

Constituency group of the AFL-CIO uniting LGBTQ+ workers and their allies in the labor movement. Useful for tenants denied housing or evicted because of sexual orientation, gender identity, or HIV status. Free initial intake calls usually last 30–60 min; have a timeline of events ready. Healthcare discrimination is covered under ACA Section 1557 — providers receiving federal funds can't turn you away. Free, confidential, and open to anyone in the LGBTQ+ community.

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