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Rights & Resources Connecticut

Your Rights in Connecticut

On October 10, 2008, the Connecticut Supreme Court ruled in GLAD's case Kerrigan & Mock v. Department of Public Health that same-sex couples have the right to marry. Learn More.

At a Glance

Connecticut’s anti-discrimination law prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and HIV status. Learn More →
On October 10, 2008, the Connecticut Supreme Court ruled that same-sex couples have the right to marry. The ruling will go into effect November 12, 2008. Learn More →
Single gay people can adopt in Connecticut; same-sex couples can jointly become the legal parents of a child. Learn More →

Sexual orientation and gender identity or expression are protected characteristics under Connecticut’s hate crimes laws. Learn More →
Connecticut law forbids discrimination in public schools on the basis of sexual orientation. Learn More →
Although there are exceptions, Connecticut law requires written informed consent for HIV testing and release of HIV-related medical information. Learn More →

LGBT Issues

HIV/AIDS Issues

GLAD's Work in Connecticut

From the Docket

Kerrigan & Mock v. Connecticut Dept. of Public Health

Victory • 2008

On Friday, October 10, 2008, the Connecticut Supreme Court ruled that gay… Read More

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Legislation

Equality on the Ballot

October 13, 2008

November 4 will be a day of significance for LGBT people all… Read More

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News

Five Years After Goodridge, GLAD Announces “6x12”

November 18, 2008

Five years ago today, the world changed for the better when the… Read More

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CT Publications

How to Get Married in Connecticut

Connecticut LGBT Overview

Connecticut HIV Overview

Marriage Workshop

December 4, 7-8:30pm, Unitarian Society of New Haven

Let GLAD and LMF give you legal "Marriage Counseling!"Details

Share Your Story

Stories Matter

The more people know their LGBT and HIV+ family, friends, and neighbors, the more likely they are to support our rights and help us work toward full equality.Read More

State Equality Partner

GLAD's state equality partner in Connecticut is
Love Makes a Family