Equality Virginia's Vision

Equality Virginia believes in a truly inclusive Commonwealth where all are equally welcomed and valued, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

Equality Virginia's Mission Statement

Equality Virginia is a statewide, non-partisan advocacy, outreach and education organization seeking equality for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender Virginians.

Envisioning a Future

We envision a future in which...

• Gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) Virginians will enjoy the same rights as their neighbors.
• All people can safely be honest and open about their sexual orientation and gender identity at school, at work and in their communities. 
• All are safe from hate violence.
• Every Virginian will be able to marry the person they love, and have that relationship legally recognized.
• All Virginians will be evaluated only on the basis of their skills and hard work, and not face workplace discrimination due to their real or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity.
• The children of GLBT parents enjoy all the same protections as every child.
• Students in Virginia's schools are free from bullying and harassment based on their sexual orientation or gender identity.
• GLBT Virginians are free of police harassment and receive equal justice in the courts.
• All Virginians can find supportive faith communities.
• Members of our community can serve openly in the Virginia National Guard and the armed forces of the United States.
• The Constitution and laws of the Commonwealth are no longer disfigured by legislation whose only purpose is to discriminate against GLBT Virginians.
• A pervasive spirit of tolerance, fairness and religious freedom will make organizations like Equality Virginia unnecessary.