Just Equal members believe that gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people should have the same rights and protections enjoyed by others. We believe a person shouldn't be fired, denied the right to rent an apartment, or be kicked out of a restaurant or hotel simply because he or she is gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender. We also believe that children should not be denied access to health insurance or other family benefits because their parents are gay.
Sexual orientation and gender identity are still used to deny these basic rights to many of our neighbors, family members, friends, and employees.
Just Equal members believe the best community is one where all of its citizens have basic rights and dignities. Our outreach efforts have shown us that most Athens residents agree with and support our mission.
