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LGBTQ Rights Legal Help and Advocacy
The ACLU helps LGBTQ people who face unfair treatment at work, school, or other places. They provide free lawyers and fight in court to protect your rights and make sure everyone is treated fairly.
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EligibilityLGBTQ people who have faced discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or HIV status
FeesFree
HoursNot specified
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