Williams Institute

Discrimination & Civil Rights · Wisconsin · Free

UCLA Law think tank conducting research on sexual orientation and gender identity law and public policy. Useful for tenants denied housing or evicted because of sexual orientation, gender identity, or HIV status. Free initial intake calls usually last 30–60 min; have a timeline of events ready. Documenting incidents in writing the same day they happen makes any later claim much stronger. All services free of charge to LGBTQ+ Wisconsin residents and allies.

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