Ashley Wade
Memphis, TN
In many states LGBTQ people are vulnerable to discrimination based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. Beyond employment, housing, and public accommodations discrimination, mistreatment or harassment against LGBTQ people can take many forms, including discriminatory regulations with regard to legal documents, violence, and harassment. All people in the United States just want to work hard and provide for themselves and their families – and no one should be treated differently just because of who they are or who they love. Read stories about people who have experienced discrimination other than in employment, housing, and public accommodations.