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''Organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, that strives to enhance the quality of life for the local gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) community through social activities, political awareness, and community service.''

DignityUSA works for respect and justice for all gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender persons in the Catholic Church and the world through education, advocacy and support.

''Established to eliminate discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity in the county of Fairfax, Virginia.''

''A statewide, non-partisan lobbying, education and supprt network for the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and straight-allied (GLBT) communities in Virginia.''

Richmond, Virginia's Gay Pride Day.

''Supports lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Founded under the Office of the Dean of Students in 2001, with generous financial support from the Serpentine Society, the Resource Center works both to raise awareness and inclusion of sexual and gender minorities and to provide information, referral, support, and programming to the University community.''

''Mainly a programming organization. We put on several programs a semester focusing mostly on awareness and campus climate.''

Lutherans Concerned stands as a community of faith, modeling the gospel within the church and within the lesbian and gay community.

''Educates the community about HIV/AIDS, to combat the fear, prejudice, and complacency that surround the disease, and to provide direct services to meet the needs of those who are living with HIV/AIDS. NOVAM seeks to affirm God's love for all those who have been touched by this epidemic regardless of gender, race, disability, creed, sexual orientation or national origin.''

Practice and meetings held at various fields and bars.

''Serves as a channel for the participation and involvement of gays and lesbians in the Democratic Party in the Commonwealth of Virginia.''

Tyson's Corner, McLean, VA

New campaign for placement of children labeled hypocritical in light of McDonnell signing ''conscience clause'' law

LGBT group uses threat of Cuccinelli governorship as organizing, fundraising tool ahead of 2013 elections

As ''the Cooch'' keeps up his attack on LGBT people, don't forget he has a real shot at becoming Virginia's next governor

State senator running for attorney general issues LGBT policy positions, knocks outgoing AG Cuccinelli

As Supreme Court considers Prop. 8 and DOMA, gays and lesbians finally know how it feels to be winning on marriage

Equality Virginia set to recognize leaders in the struggle for LGBT rights at its 10th annual gala

The controversy over Spa World and LGBT customers is an opportunity to make a statement about discrimination in Virginia

Virginia spa popular with LGBT community says it does not discriminate on gender or sexual orientation

The religious right's campaign to cast themselves as victims ignores the kids who actually get bullied – both LGBT and Christian

District bests all 50 states for highest percentage of LGBT residents, while Maryland and Virginia sit below national average

Courthouses across the commonwealth forced to deny marriage licenses to same-sex couples during Valentine's Day protest

House, Senate vote to confirm Tracy Thorne-Begland as Virginia's first out judge after scuttling nomination in 2012

Equality Virginia and allies mark one-month countdown to brief legislative session by pushing antidiscrimination bill

Virginia Anti-Violence Project calls for legislators to add sexual orientation, gender identity to hate-crimes provision

LGBT community responds to likelihood of Cuccinelli as GOP nominee

Despite pressure from the attorney general, Board of Juvenile Justice refuses to ax protections for LGBT youth

Log Cabin's reason for supporting Mitt Romney, a candidate who pledged to carry NOM's anti-gay torch? ''Trust him, he's lying!''

From Question 6 to Kaine and Allen, the local election landscape is full of unknown outcomes

Karen Gautney hopes to become the first lesbian elected to the Virginia General Assembly

Former prosecutor's appointment reverses General Assembly's rejection of his nomination last month

Arlington LGBT group honors two high school seniors for support of diversity and fairness

State politicos see possible course correction on anti-gay extremes come November

D.C., Maryland, Virginia groups praise Obama's support for same-sex marriage

Republicans in the House of Delegates scuttle nomination of gay prosecutor to Richmond General District Court

Equality Virginia honors five ''OUTstanding'' Virginians, prepares for April 14 dinner

Less than two months after taking control in Richmond, Virginia Republicans have launched outrageous and dangerous attacks on women and gays

LGBT groups call on Governor McDonnell to veto Virginia adoption measure

Governor expected to sign legislation, which could further restrict LGBT adoption and foster parenting in the state

Despite Republican control of the legislature, Equality Virginia hopes for small incremental victories on LGBT rights

VA Board of Juvenile Justice votes to include sexual orientation in discrimination protections

2012 is likely to see marriage movement, good and bad, in the courts, the ballot box and in the legislatures

Transgender-advocacy group files brief in suit against Virginia Department of Corrections

Board of Social Services votes against more-inclusive adoption/foster regulations

Man accused of helping ''ex-gay'' mother flee country surrenders

Local LGBT groups not enthusiastic about Va. Attorney General's candidacy

Ebbin's election to the Virginia Senate is a great step, but there's a lot of road left to travel

Virginia Senate gets gay member, flips for GOP

Controversial remarks made at AGLA candidate forum continue to make waves after apology

Out gay delegate poised to be Virginia's first out state senator

Virginia's only out gay legislator, Adam Ebbin, risks his spot in the House for a shot at the Senate

U.S. Court of Appeals wants to know who's left to defend DADT, even as certification to repeal the law may be imminent

Adam Ebbin's campaign to join the state Senate could be a new breakthrough for Virginia

Transgender inmate sues for surgery

From Proposition 8 to New York lawmakers – with a bankruptcy court thrown in for good measure – marriage equality is a bi-coastal proposition this week

In Virginia and across the nation, conservatives are pushing fights over gay adoptive parents

Kaine-backed proposal to open adoptions to gay couples faces opposition from Gov. McDonnell

Edward Albee's ferocious 'Woolf' takes the stage with enough passion and talent to make an audience forget the famed film

Anti-gay bill triggers response ahead of Equality Virginia's lobby day

From courts to White House to Pentagon, DADT changing almost daily

These spooky places can bring terror to even the bravest of gay hearts

From the White House to military recruiting centers, Judge Phillips's order halting the enforcement of DADT is having ripple effects across the country

What should have been a stellar legislative achievement has collapsed into political failure

From Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid to Lady Gaga to U.S. District Court Judge Virginia Phillips, it's been a rough week for the military's anti-gay policy

Byrd's Senate replacement could be important in DADT debate

It may seem counterintuitive, but we need Virginia's Republican governor and attorney general to pursue their far-right, anti-gay platform

News Analysis: Virginia Gov. McDonnell's executive directive on employment discrimination is about appearances, not policy

Letter from Republican Attorney General Cuccinelli tells state university system to end non-discrimination policies for LGBT people UPDATED

Gay leaders in Virginia reflect on McDonnell's removal of sexual-orientation protection

Lisa Miller disappeared in January along with daughter she had been ordered to surrender custody of to former civil-union partner

Both sides of the marriage-equality debate offer hours of testimony before the D.C. Council

Center Field

Virginia's upcoming elections for governor, Statehouse may have a big impact on state's GLBT citizens

Saucy gay plates clear commonwealth gatekeepers

West Virginia gets first statewide GLBT-advocacy organization

Capital Pride Alliance chooses Dyana Mason as new executive director

The man behind the venue celebrates Dining Out for Life and living la vida NoVa

New leaders prepare to make GLBT constituents' voices heard

AGLA takes party time to laud leaders

Gay locals talk politics in the final stretch to Nov. 4

Virginia makes a good decision regarding lesbian custody dispute

Faith-based organization to hold entertaining fundraiser for HIV/AIDS education and services

Rev. Fernando Frontan to speak at MCC

Spending a day in the trenches with Equality Virginia, hoping to change minds and win votes

Whitman-Walker Clinic's 14th annual art auctions benefits Latino services

Virginia State and House candidates invited to answer questions at forum for GLBT concerns

For Some, An Uncommonly Comfortable Commonwealth

A look at some alternatives to the norm in DC, Maryland and Virginia

With few answers in gender mix-up case in D.C. jails, activists look for solutions

Nicholas F. Benton's gay-friendly, progressive paper grows in Falls Church

Equality Virginia holds its annual conference this weekend

Gay rights opponents ask parents to keep kids out of school on Day of Silence

GLBT issues in 2007 Virginia Legislative Session; Marylander activists support transgender rights; One in Ten receives arts grants from DCCAH

Unfriendly laws cause some gay residents to leave Virginia

Bills on hospital visitation and health insurance advance; Efforts falter on non-discrimination and repeal of marriage ban

DC's mayoral elections, Virginia's gay marriage ban, the Stein Club, Maryland's marriage appeal and elections, Mary Cheney's baby

Mary Cheney's baby faces hostile state

Gays and Lesbians head to the voting booths in DC, Maryland and Virginia

Virginians face a harsh anti-gay amendment and a bitterly negative Senate campaign

Virginia's latest move against gay and lesbian relationships

Freddie's Beach Bar Celebrates 5 years as NoVA's gay bar

2005 Year in Review: DC GLBT service providers experienced budget concerns, gay venues faced obstructions, VA and DC had mixed results on gay marriage, plus more local developments

Virginia's first gay state legislator Adam Ebbin

Alexandria defies commonwealth wisdom with 2142

The Fight for Gay Equality in Virginia

While the nation suffers White House fever, local gay politicos keep an eye close to home

A Community Profile

Member, Virginia House of Delgates

Vice Chairman, Arlington County Board

A Community Profile

An actor's film, 'The Hours' is driven by three leading performances that achieve a cumulative magnificence