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2019 Events – Mark Your Calendars! More details and tickets coming soon. Ice Ball – March 10, 2019 Mimi DiPietro Ice Rink | Baltimore, MD Jazz Brunch – May 11, 2019 Haven Street Ballroom | Baltimore,...

Advocates for LGBTQ equality around Maryland understand the unique challenges that LGBTQ students may face in schools due to discrimination and stigma, and recognize the necessity of a policy that addresses these problems beyond the generic...

Today, FreeState Justice announced an amicus brief effort in support of the constitutionality of a federal hate crimes conviction of a defendant who brutally assaulted his coworker because of his perception of his coworker’s sexual orientation....

At the November 29 hearing of the Commission on Innovation and Excellence in Education, also known as the Kirwan Commission, FreeState Justice’s Executive Director testified for the inclusion of the needs of LGBTQ students in the...

You spoke, we listened! Check out what issues matter to #LGBTQ Marylanders and help us prioritize by participating in our Virtual Issues Assembly! We spoke to over 100 LGBTQ Marylanders to find out what issues matter...

Today, #GivingTuesday, is the first day of the worldwide giving season. Giving to FreeState Justice today prepares us to help even more LGBTQ Marylanders in need next year. In 2019, FreeState Justice will keep providing legal...

The Trump Administration’s proposal to enact through regulation an incorrect definition of gender as sex assigned at birth, as reported by the New York Times, is their latest blatant attempt to target our family members, friends,...

Human Rights Campaign has released its 2018 Municipal Equality Report. This report evaluates the inclusivity and equity of laws, policies, and services to LGBTQ people. It evaluates cities and metro areas across the country, including 10...

The 2018 Jazz Brunch was a great success! Thank you to all who attended. Click here to see photos of the event. We look forward to seeing you all next year!   Many thanks to Laurie DeWitt...

FreeState Justice, ACLU Reach Settlement with Talbot County Public Schools for Max Brennan, who was Prevented from Using the Boys’ Restrooms and Locker Rooms Because He is Transgender FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 18, 2018 Contact:        ...