Williams Institute

Discrimination & Civil Rights · Minnesota · Free

UCLA Law think tank conducting research on sexual orientation and gender identity law and public policy. 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. Title VII covers sexual orientation and gender identity in employment per Bostock — that includes hiring, firing, harassment, and pay. Open at no cost to LGBTQ+ Minnesota residents and the people supporting them.

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