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Alaskans Together for Equality
Alaskans Together for Equality is a statewide education and political advocacy organization in Alaska that advocates for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBTQ) rights, including same-sex marriage.[1] HistoryAlaskans Together for Equality began in January 2007 as Alaskans Together, a ballot measure committee organized to oppose an advisory vote intended to deny public employees access to same-sex partner benefits. Following the vote, the organization adopted its current structure.[2] StructureAlaskans Together for Equality is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization which lobbies at the local, state, and federal levels of government on LGBT issues.[1][2][3] Alaskans Together Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization which educates the public on LGBT issues.[3] ActivitiesAlaskans Together for Equality endorses candidates for political office and engages in lobbying on LGBT rights.[1][3][4][5] Alaskans Together Foundation, Inc. coordinates public awareness campaigns on LGBT issues.[3] The organization is a member of the Equality Federation.[3][6] See alsoReferences
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