Your Community - Georgia
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Breaking News
Dr. Johnetta Cole was the recipient of the Human Rights Campaign’s National Ally for Equality Award at HRC’s Gala Dinner in Atlanta. During her acceptance speech, Dr. Cole comes out and stands proudly in support for passage of hate crimes legislation and also in support of marriage equality for the LGBT community. Watch the video.
The President of Morehouse College says that being a ‘Morehouse Man’ includes respect for diversity of sexual orientation. Read the Back Story blog.
Cybill Shepherd speaks at the HRC Gala Dinner in Atlanta. Watch video.
What's Happening in Georgia
Georgia HB 111
Would add sexual orientation and gender identity to the state hate crimes laws.
Georgia SB 234
Would provide penalty enhancement for crimes motivated by the victim’s sexual orientation, gender identity, or other traits.
Georgia Hate Crimes Law
This state has no hate crimes law.
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