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THE SITCH
You have a lot of friends in school, but none of them
know you’re gay. You want to come out, and you hope
that they’ll be considerate and understanding.
STAY IN THE CLOSET or COME OUT
4. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
COME OUT
Phew. Your friends are cool with it. They’re
really supportive and tell you that nothing
has changed between you.
CONTINUE
5. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
Hey...I just wanted to say that was really
brave of you. I know that coming out is a
really difficult thing to do, especially at this
school. If you ever need anyone to talk to,
just let me know.
CONTINUE
7. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
STAY IN
THE CLOSET
Secrets are hard to keep. You struggle
to connect with friends without telling
them how you really feel.
CONTINUE
8. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW...
Many states explicitly address discrimination, harassment and/or bullying of elementary and high school students, though not all are LGBT
inclusive. These protections can be in the form of statutory law, regulation or ethical codes of conduct for teachers.
States with law that addresses discrimination, harassment and/or bullying of students based on sexual orientation and gender identity (17 states and D.C.)
States with law that addresses discrimination, harassment and/or bullying of students based on sexual orientation (2 states)
CONTINUE
9. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW...
Many states explicitly address discrimination, harassment and/or bullying of elementary and high school students, though not all are LGBT
inclusive. These protections can be in the form of statutory law, regulation or ethical codes of conduct for teachers.
States with law that addresses discrimination, harassment and/or bullying of students based on sexual orientation and gender identity (17 states and D.C.)
States with law that addresses discrimination, harassment and/or bullying of students based on sexual orientation (2 states)
CONTINUE
10. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TALK ABOUT IT:
-What are some reasons for staying in the closet while you’re
in school? Do you think it affects school life?
-What could schools/teachers be doing for preventing bullying
other than fight for these laws to be passed?
-Are laws useful to prevent bullying?
-Have you learned about diversity and acceptance in school?
What lessons have been successful?
CONTINUE
11. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TALK ABOUT IT:
-What are some reasons for staying in the closet while you’re
in school? Do you think it affects school life?
-What could schools/teachers be doing for preventing bullying
other than fight for these laws to be passed?
-Are laws useful to prevent bullying?
-Have you learned about diversity and acceptance in school?
What lessons have been successful?
CONTINUE
12. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
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You’ve graduated college and are planning on moving to a new city.
You are finally ready to live on your own and start a life for yourself.
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You’ve graduated college and are planning on moving to a new city.
You are finally ready to live on your own and start a life for yourself.
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THE SITCH
You’re looking for apartments, but you’re having some trouble
with your broker (the person you've hired to help look). Ever since
you brought your partner with you to visit an apartment, your
broker has been unhelpful - not answering questions and ignoring
important paperwork needed to secure a place.
IGNORE IT or TAKE ACTION
15. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
THE SITCH
You’re looking for apartments, but you’re having some trouble
with your broker (the person you've hired to help look). Ever since
you brought your partner with you to visit an apartment, your
broker has been unhelpful - not answering questions and ignoring
important paperwork needed to secure a place.
IGNORE IT or TAKE ACTION
16. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TAKE ACTION
No luck. You try to report your
broker, but there are no Housing
Discrimination laws in place in your
state. Now you’ll either have to stick
with this broker or find a new one.
CONTINUE
17. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TAKE ACTION
No luck. You try to report your
broker, but there are no Housing
Discrimination laws in place in your
state. Now you’ll either have to stick
with this broker or find a new one.
CONTINUE
18. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
IGNORE IT
You don’t have to go through the trouble
of finding a new broker, and as time drags
on he eventually finds you an apartment.
CONTINUE
20. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW...
Housing Discrimination Laws are statewide statutes that prohibit discrimination in the sale, rental, and financing of dwellings, and in other
housing-related transactions, based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status (including children under the age of 18 living with
parents or legal custodians, pregnant women, and people securing custody of children under the age of 18), and handicap (disability).
States that prohibit housing discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity (16 states and D.C.)
States that prohibit housing discrimination based only on sexual orientation (4 states) CONTINUE
21. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW...
Housing Discrimination Laws are statewide statutes that prohibit discrimination in the sale, rental, and financing of dwellings, and in other
housing-related transactions, based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status (including children under the age of 18 living with
parents or legal custodians, pregnant women, and people securing custody of children under the age of 18), and handicap (disability).
States that prohibit housing discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity (16 states and D.C.)
States that prohibit housing discrimination based only on sexual orientation (4 states) CONTINUE
22. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW...
Housing Discrimination Laws are statewide statutes that prohibit discrimination in the sale, rental, and financing of dwellings, and in other
housing-related transactions, based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status (including children under the age of 18 living with
parents or legal custodians, pregnant women, and people securing custody of children under the age of 18), and handicap (disability).
States that prohibit housing discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity (16 states and D.C.)
States that prohibit housing discrimination based only on sexual orientation (4 states) CONTINUE
23. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TALK ABOUT IT:
-Have you stood up for yourself in a situation like this?
What do you do when you aren't getting the help you deserve?
-Have you been in a situation where you knew someone who
was homophobic? How have you reacted?
CONTINUE
24. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TALK ABOUT IT:
-Have you stood up for yourself in a situation like this?
What do you do when you aren't getting the help you deserve?
-Have you been in a situation where you knew someone who
was homophobic? How have you reacted?
CONTINUE
25. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TALK ABOUT IT:
-Have you stood up for yourself in a situation like this?
What do you do when you aren't getting the help you deserve?
-Have you been in a situation where you knew someone who
was homophobic? How have you reacted?
CONTINUE
26. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
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You have just applied for a great job that you’re really excited about.
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You have just applied for a great job that you’re really excited about.
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You have just applied for a great job that you’re really excited about.
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We think you’d be a really great fit for this
position. You’re highly qualified and seem
very motivated. We look forward to all that
you have to bring to the table!
CONTINUE
30. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
We think you’d be a really great fit for this
position. You’re highly qualified and seem
very motivated. We look forward to all that
you have to bring to the table!
CONTINUE
31. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
We think you’d be a really great fit for this
position. You’re highly qualified and seem
very motivated. We look forward to all that
you have to bring to the table!
CONTINUE
34. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
THE SITCH
You haven’t explicitly come out to your coworkers, but
the stares and comments you’ve been receiving at work
are seriously taking their toll on your everyday life.
IGNORE IT or TAKE ACTION
35. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
THE SITCH
You haven’t explicitly come out to your coworkers, but
the stares and comments you’ve been receiving at work
are seriously taking their toll on your everyday life.
IGNORE IT or TAKE ACTION
36. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
IGNORE IT
Ouch. You continue to endure the
harassment. It could get worse,
so be careful.
CONTINUE
37. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
IGNORE IT
Ouch. You continue to endure the
harassment. It could get worse,
so be careful.
CONTINUE
38. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TAKE ACTION
Too bad. There are no Employment
Non-Discrimination laws in
place in your state and your boss
laughs when you bring up the issue.
At least you didn’t get fired...
CONTINUE
39. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TAKE ACTION
Too bad. There are no Employment
Non-Discrimination laws in
place in your state and your boss
laughs when you bring up the issue.
At least you didn’t get fired...
CONTINUE
40. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW...
Employment Non-Discrimination Laws are statewide statutes that ban discrimination in private employment.
States that prohibit housing discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity (16 states and D.C.)
States that prohibit housing discrimination based only on sexual orientation (5 states)
CONTINUE
41. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW...
Employment Non-Discrimination Laws are statewide statutes that ban discrimination in private employment.
States that prohibit housing discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity (16 states and D.C.)
States that prohibit housing discrimination based only on sexual orientation (5 states)
CONTINUE
42. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TALK ABOUT IT:
-What does it mean to be an “Equal Opportunity Employer”?
-What are some situations when you would not come out
at work?
-What are the different protections for transgender people vs
lesbian, gay, and bisexual people in a workplace?
CONTINUE
43. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TALK ABOUT IT:
-What does it mean to be an “Equal Opportunity Employer”?
-What are some situations when you would not come out
at work?
-What are the different protections for transgender people vs
lesbian, gay, and bisexual people in a workplace?
CONTINUE
44. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
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You’re living in a new city and have begun to settle into your
surroundings.
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You’re living in a new city and have begun to settle into your
surroundings.
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THE SITCH
As you leave the grocery store, several strangers surround you
and verbally and physically attack you for being gay. It turns out
that one of the people recorded the video and uploaded it to
the Internet where many people have seen it.
IGNORE IT or TAKE ACTION
47. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
THE SITCH
As you leave the grocery store, several strangers surround you
and verbally and physically attack you for being gay. It turns out
that one of the people recorded the video and uploaded it to
the Internet where many people have seen it.
IGNORE IT or TAKE ACTION
48. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TAKE ACTION
Good news. You report the crime and find
out that there are hate crime laws in place
in your state. With the video as evidence,
your attackers are prosecuted.
CONTINUE
49. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TAKE ACTION
Good news. You report the crime and find
out that there are hate crime laws in place
in your state. With the video as evidence,
your attackers are prosecuted.
CONTINUE
50. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
IGNORE IT
Tough choice. You keep quiet about the
attack, and so far no one else has harassed
you about your appearance or sexuality.
CONTINUE
51. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
IGNORE IT
Tough choice. You keep quiet about the
attack, and so far no one else has harassed
you about your appearance or sexuality.
CONTINUE
52. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW...
All but five states (Arkansas, Georgia, Indiana, South Carolina and Wyoming) have laws addressing a variety of hate crimes, but there
is variation in the list of protected classes.
States that have a law that addresses hate or bias crimes based on sexual orientation and gender identity (13 states and D.C.)
States that have a law that addresses hate or bias crimes based only on sexual orientation (18 states)
CONTINUE
53. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW...
All but five states (Arkansas, Georgia, Indiana, South Carolina and Wyoming) have laws addressing a variety of hate crimes, but there
is variation in the list of protected classes.
States that have a law that addresses hate or bias crimes based on sexual orientation and gender identity (13 states and D.C.)
States that have a law that addresses hate or bias crimes based only on sexual orientation (18 states)
CONTINUE
54. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TALK ABOUT IT:
-What constitutes a hate crime?
-Should there be different levels of punishment for different
types of hate crimes (physical, emotional, virtual)?
-What can you do as a bystander of a hate crime (particularly
on Facebook and other social media sites)?
CONTINUE
55. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TALK ABOUT IT:
-What constitutes a hate crime?
-Should there be different levels of punishment for different
types of hate crimes (physical, emotional, virtual)?
-What can you do as a bystander of a hate crime (particularly
on Facebook and other social media sites)?
CONTINUE
57. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
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You and your partner have been together for four years.
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You're my best friend and the love of my
life...there's no one else I want to be with.
Will you marry me?
CONTINUE
59. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
THE SITCH
For you, there's no question. You want to get married to your partner,
but your state does not recognize any form of same-sex marriage. You
love where you live, and you both have steady jobs and social lives.
STAY WHERE YOU ARE or MOVE
60. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
MOVE
You and your partner are legally wed,
but you're still looking for a job and a
better place to live. It's also hard to keep
in touch with many of your friends.
CONTINUE
61. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
STAY WHERE
YOU ARE
You and your partner cannot be legally
wed, but you're able to celebrate milestones
with friends and family nearby. You both
get to stay put and keep your jobs.
CONTINUE
62. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW...
Lesbian and gay couples do not have the freedom to marry (a right of all heterosexual couples) in most U.S. states.
State issues marriage licenses to same-sex couples (6 states and D.C.)
Statewide law providing the equivalent of state-level spousal rights to same-sex couples within the state (9 states and D.C.)
Statewide law providing some statewide spousal rights to same-sex couples within the state (3 states)
CONTINUE
63. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW...
Lesbian and gay couples do not have the freedom to marry (a right of all heterosexual couples) in most U.S. states.
State issues marriage licenses to same-sex couples (6 states and D.C.)
Statewide law providing the equivalent of state-level spousal rights to same-sex couples within the state (9 states and D.C.)
Statewide law providing some statewide spousal rights to same-sex couples within the state (3 states)
CONTINUE
64. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TALK ABOUT IT:
-What are the legal differences between marriage, civil unions,
and domestic partnerships?
-Why do some couples choose not to get married?
Do you agree? Disagree?
-What are some arguments against same-sex marriage?
Do you agree? Disagree?
CONTINUE
65. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TALK ABOUT IT:
-What are the legal differences between marriage, civil unions,
and domestic partnerships?
-Why do some couples choose not to get married?
Do you agree? Disagree?
-What are some arguments against same-sex marriage?
Do you agree? Disagree?
CONTINUE
66. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
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to start a family.
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You have been with your partner for several years and you want
to start a family.
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68. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
THE SITCH
You currently live in a state that does not recognize any form of
same-sex parent adoption, but you’re comfortable where you are.
STAY WHERE YOU ARE or MOVE
69. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
THE SITCH
You currently live in a state that does not recognize any form of
same-sex parent adoption, but you’re comfortable where you are.
STAY WHERE YOU ARE or MOVE
70. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
MOVE
Congrats! You are now the parent of
your first child. Your friends and family
are thrilled and they keep in touch as life
settles down in your new home.
CONTINUE
71. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
STAY WHERE
YOU ARE
Unfortunately you and your
partner cannot adopt a child in your
state. Both of you are heartbroken
that you can't start a family by law,
even though you're ready.
CONTINUE
72. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
STAY WHERE
YOU ARE
Unfortunately you and your
partner cannot adopt a child in your
state. Both of you are heartbroken
that you can't start a family by law,
even though you're ready.
CONTINUE
73. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW...
Each state has its own laws governing adoption that vary widely. A Joint Adoption involves a couple adopting a child from the child’s biological
parent(s) or adopting a child who is in the custody of the state. In many states it is unclear whether a same-sex couple would be permitted to file
a joint petition to adopt.
States where same-sex couples can jointly petition to adopt statewide (18 states and D.C.)
States where same-sex couples have successfully petitioned to adopt in some jurisdictions (2 states)
CONTINUE
74. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW...
Each state has its own laws governing adoption that vary widely. A Joint Adoption involves a couple adopting a child from the child’s biological
parent(s) or adopting a child who is in the custody of the state. In many states it is unclear whether a same-sex couple would be permitted to file
a joint petition to adopt.
States where same-sex couples can jointly petition to adopt statewide (18 states and D.C.)
States where same-sex couples have successfully petitioned to adopt in some jurisdictions (2 states)
CONTINUE
75. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW...
Each state has its own laws governing adoption that vary widely. A Joint Adoption involves a couple adopting a child from the child’s biological
parent(s) or adopting a child who is in the custody of the state. In many states it is unclear whether a same-sex couple would be permitted to file
a joint petition to adopt.
States where same-sex couples can jointly petition to adopt statewide (18 states and D.C.)
States where same-sex couples have successfully petitioned to adopt in some jurisdictions (2 states)
CONTINUE
76. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW (PT. 2)
Each state has its own laws governing adoption that vary widely. In some states, a person can petition to adopt the child of his or her partner.
These are usually called Second-Parent or Stepparent Adoptions.
States where second-parent adoption is an option for same-sex couples statewide (18 states and D.C.)
States where same-sex couples have successfully petitioned for second-parents adoption in some jurisdictions (8 states)
CONTINUE
77. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW (PT. 2)
Each state has its own laws governing adoption that vary widely. In some states, a person can petition to adopt the child of his or her partner.
These are usually called Second-Parent or Stepparent Adoptions.
States where second-parent adoption is an option for same-sex couples statewide (18 states and D.C.)
States where same-sex couples have successfully petitioned for second-parents adoption in some jurisdictions (8 states)
CONTINUE
78. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW (PT. 2)
Each state has its own laws governing adoption that vary widely. In some states, a person can petition to adopt the child of his or her partner.
These are usually called Second-Parent or Stepparent Adoptions.
States where second-parent adoption is an option for same-sex couples statewide (18 states and D.C.)
States where same-sex couples have successfully petitioned for second-parents adoption in some jurisdictions (8 states)
CONTINUE
79. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TALK ABOUT IT:
-What is artificial insemination?
-What is in vitro fertilization?
-What is a surrogate?
-Do you know any lesbian or gay couples that have chosen
to use one of these methods?
CONTINUE
80. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TALK ABOUT IT:
-What is artificial insemination?
-What is in vitro fertilization?
-What is a surrogate?
-Do you know any lesbian or gay couples that have chosen
to use one of these methods?
CONTINUE
81. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TALK ABOUT IT:
-What is artificial insemination?
-What is in vitro fertilization?
-What is a surrogate?
-Do you know any lesbian or gay couples that have chosen
to use one of these methods?
CONTINUE
82. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
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84. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
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85. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
THE SITCH
Married or unmarried, the state you now live in does not recognize
same-sex unions and views you and your partner as legal strangers. You
are not able to make any decisions in your partner’s treatment process.
STAY WHERE YOU ARE or MOVE
86. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
THE SITCH
Married or unmarried, the state you now live in does not recognize
same-sex unions and views you and your partner as legal strangers. You
are not able to make any decisions in your partner’s treatment process.
STAY WHERE YOU ARE or MOVE
87. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
THE SITCH
Married or unmarried, the state you now live in does not recognize
same-sex unions and views you and your partner as legal strangers. You
are not able to make any decisions in your partner’s treatment process.
STAY WHERE YOU ARE or MOVE
88. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
STAY WHERE
YOU ARE
Rough. You have no say in your partner’s
well-being, and you can’t go past the waiting
room during checkups and treatment, which
hurts both of you during this difficult time.
CONTINUE
89. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
STAY WHERE
YOU ARE
Rough. You have no say in your partner’s
well-being, and you can’t go past the waiting
room during checkups and treatment, which
hurts both of you during this difficult time.
CONTINUE
90. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
STAY WHERE
YOU ARE
Rough. You have no say in your partner’s
well-being, and you can’t go past the waiting
room during checkups and treatment, which
hurts both of you during this difficult time.
CONTINUE
91. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
MOVE
Good news. Now you can be
present for your partner’s check-ups,
treatment, and recovery.
CONTINUE
92. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
MOVE
Good news. Now you can be
present for your partner’s check-ups,
treatment, and recovery.
CONTINUE
93. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TALK ABOUT IT:
- What does being a “legal stranger” mean?
- How would you react if a doctor said you couldn't see
your partner?
CONTINUE
94. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TALK ABOUT IT:
- What does being a “legal stranger” mean?
- How would you react if a doctor said you couldn't see
your partner?
CONTINUE
95. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TALK ABOUT IT:
- What does being a “legal stranger” mean?
- How would you react if a doctor said you couldn't see
your partner?
CONTINUE
96. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
TALK ABOUT IT:
- What does being a “legal stranger” mean?
- How would you react if a doctor said you couldn't see
your partner?
CONTINUE
97. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW...
In times of emergency, members of a same-sex couple may be blocked from making important medical decisions with their partner. Sometimes,
hospital policies allow only legally or biologically related family members to visit a patient, preventing unmarried couples from being with each
other, even on their deathbed.
States extending equal hospital visitation rights to same-sex spouses or partners through marriage equality or statewide relationship recognition
(11 states and D.C.)
States extending equal hospital visitation rights to same-sex spouses or partners through specific provisions as part of a limited
relationship recognition statute (5 states)
States extend hospital visitation rights through a designated visitor statute (8 states) CONTINUE
98. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW...
In times of emergency, members of a same-sex couple may be blocked from making important medical decisions with their partner. Sometimes,
hospital policies allow only legally or biologically related family members to visit a patient, preventing unmarried couples from being with each
other, even on their deathbed.
States extending equal hospital visitation rights to same-sex spouses or partners through marriage equality or statewide relationship recognition
(11 states and D.C.)
States extending equal hospital visitation rights to same-sex spouses or partners through specific provisions as part of a limited
relationship recognition statute (5 states)
States extend hospital visitation rights through a designated visitor statute (8 states) CONTINUE
99. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW...
In times of emergency, members of a same-sex couple may be blocked from making important medical decisions with their partner. Sometimes,
hospital policies allow only legally or biologically related family members to visit a patient, preventing unmarried couples from being with each
other, even on their deathbed.
States extending equal hospital visitation rights to same-sex spouses or partners through marriage equality or statewide relationship recognition
(11 states and D.C.)
States extending equal hospital visitation rights to same-sex spouses or partners through specific provisions as part of a limited
relationship recognition statute (5 states)
States extend hospital visitation rights through a designated visitor statute (8 states) CONTINUE
100. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
DID YOU KNOW...
In times of emergency, members of a same-sex couple may be blocked from making important medical decisions with their partner. Sometimes,
hospital policies allow only legally or biologically related family members to visit a patient, preventing unmarried couples from being with each
other, even on their deathbed.
States extending equal hospital visitation rights to same-sex spouses or partners through marriage equality or statewide relationship recognition
(11 states and D.C.)
States extending equal hospital visitation rights to same-sex spouses or partners through specific provisions as part of a limited
relationship recognition statute (5 states)
States extend hospital visitation rights through a designated visitor statute (8 states) CONTINUE
101. THAT’S THE SITCH!
It isn’t easy to put yourself in someone else’s shoes.
Being LGBT in the United States and every corner of the
globe is a hard journey. People of every age, background
and identity deal with these very real issues every day.
START OVER
102. CAN’T HANDLE IT?
It isn’t easy to put yourself in someone else’s shoes.
Being LGBT in the United States and every corner of the
globe is a hard journey. People of every age, background
and identity deal with these very real issues every day.
START OVER
