Study Released on Polling Regarding Marriage Equality

Ground­breaking study shows that voters don’t move during campaigns

The study also debunks theories explaining persistent discrepancies between polls and actual results.

Momentum: Tracking Progress on U.S. LGBT Equality

Study points to dramatic gains between 2000 and 2009

This biennial report by the Movement Advancement Project tracks gains and losses in equality for LGBT people in America.

Meet the 21st Century Fellows

Can investing in LGBT leaders of color help pave the way for a more inclusive movement?

Hear firsthand what the 21st Century Fellowship participants and coaches are saying about the need for this program and its potential impact on the LGBT movement.

Marriage Equality Experts Weigh Steps After Prop 8

Bringing equality back to California

Program director Matt Foreman speaks on the challenges for opponents of Prop 8 in this 2009 New York Times article.

Marriage Equality Partners Win Communications Award

Unprece­dented ethnic media campaign recognized for excellence

Let California Ring’s ads featured diverse families and community leaders standing up for marriage equality.

Progress from the Pulpit

Mainline Protestant clergy support LGBT equality

An in-depth survey of mainline Protestant clergy shows growing support among some religious leaders for gay and lesbian equality.

An In-Depth Analysis of the Prop 8 Vote

Taking on claims of a racial divide on same-sex marriage

This 2009 HJF-commissioned study showed ideology, religiosity, and age contributed more to votes for the same-sex marriage ban than race.

Sex and the Seminary

Talking to faith communities about sexuality

A 2009 study looks at how religious leaders are being prepared to address this once-taboo topic.