Publications & Resources

Since 1973, Lambda Legal has been making real changes in people's lives. In 2007, we maintained this tradition with even more groundbreaking victories. We have had major successes for parenting and workplace equality laws across the country, and have won significant victories for same-sex couples and relationship recognition.

In 2007, the United States House of Representatives passed the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA), in a 235-184 vote, providing federal workplace protections for gays and lesbians, but not transgender people.

This document was authored by Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders in Boston, in collaboration with a working group of lawyers, mediators, social workers and parents in Boston, as well as with Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund, National Center for Lesbian Rights, Family Pride Coalition and the American Civil Liberties Union Lesbian and Gay Rights Project.

The Virginia Supreme Court has reaffirmed Vermont's decision to grant Janet Jenkins visitation rights.

A special enrollment period beginning May 1, 2007 and lasting throughout the month will allow employees to enroll their same-sex spouse in the New York State Health Insurance Program.

by Executive Director Kevin Cathcart (March 2007)

Transgender Woman Fights Job Discrimination

Lesbian and civil rights activist Del Martin leaves a legacy of courage that continues to inspire us.

A lesbian mother tried to use Ohio's antigay amendment to gain sole custody of a child raised since birth with her former partner, but failed as the court ruled that custody orders cannot be attacked years later.