Legal Civil Rights Org Changes Name

After nearly 50 years as a leading civil rights organization the National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR) has announced that it's changing its name to the National Center for LGBTQ Rights (NCLR) to better reflect its longtime commitment to advocacy on behalf of the full LGBTQ community. Imani Rupert-Gordon, President of NCLR stated, “NCLR’s feminist roots have always called on us to support & amplify the most underrepresented communities & those often left out of the mainstream movements. At a time when the LGBTQ community is facing increasing attacks, it is critical that we are crystal clear that we represent the entire community. Without losing touch with our roots, NCLR will continue its nearly 50-year commitment to protecting the most vulnerable members of our community, forging new partnerships & working toward a day when every LGBTQ person can live with full dignity, equality & freedom under the law.” Shannon Minter said NCLR Legal Director concluded, “This change reflects what has always been true: NCLR works tirelessly to defend, protect & advance the entire LGBTQ community. Since this administration took office, NCLR has filed four lawsuits challenging discriminatory & unconstitutional executive orders & we are preparing for additional litigation. I have devoted my more than 30-year legal career to working at NCLR, an organization committed to putting the community first, supporting LGBTQ people & their families & using the power of the courts to fight for a better & more just world. I am excited that our new name captures & expands that spirit & vision.” Since 1977 NCLR has maintained a longstanding commitment to racial & economic justice & the LGBTQ community’s most vulnerable. 

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