The Queer Advocacy Project

The NOW-NYC Queer Advocacy Project pursues justice for all people in New York City by advancing changes in critical everyday aspects of life. We work as a community based group to engage those within and outside of our membership to create acceptance in legislation on all levels, in the workplace, in resources throughout our organization and across New York City.

Priority Issues for the Project

-Homelessness among Queer youth
-Workplace Discrimination and Safety
-The intersection of Identities (e.g. Queer and religious)

Join Us!

The Queer Advocacy Project meets regularly on the second Wednesday of every month at 6.30pm at the NOW-NYC Office. To get involved or for any inquiries regarding the work of the project please contact the chairperson Rebecca Rafelson at rebeccarafelson@gmail.com or call the NOW-NYC Office at 212.627.9895.

New York City and State Resources

• NYCLU - LGBT Rights Campaign

• Audre Lorde Project

• Sylvia Rivera Law Project

• Empire State Pride Agenda

• Urban Justice Center - Peter Cicchino Youth Project

• FIERCE

• Marriage Equality NY