Louisiana Resources

Legal and Advocacy Organizations

Equality Louisiana
A coalition of LGBTQ+ and allied organizations from across the state, committed to achieving full equality for LGBTQ+ individuals through policy and legislative advocacy.
Website: Equaldex
Forum for Equality
Established in 1989, Forum for Equality is Louisiana’s leading LGBTQ+ human rights organization. They advocate for policy change at local, state, and federal levels, organize grassroots equality advocates, and educate the public about the experiences and needs of LGBTQ+ people.
Website: Forum for Equality

New Orleans Pride Center
Offers a range of programs and services for the Greater New Orleans LGBTQ2IA+ community, including connections to services not directly provided by the center. Some offerings are available to individuals throughout Louisiana and the Gulf South.
Website: NOLA Pride Center
LGBT Community Center of New Orleans
Provides resources and advocacy that foster community development and support for LGBTQ+ individuals in the New Orleans area.
Website: LGBT Archives Louisiana
BreakOUT!
Aims to end the criminalization of LGBTQ+ youth in New Orleans by empowering them through organizing, healing justice, and leadership development programs.
Website: Human Rights Connected
PFLAG New Orleans
Offers support, education, and advocacy for parents, families, friends, and allies of LGBTQ+ individuals, hosting regular meetings and providing resources.
Website: PFLAG NOLA
Louisiana Trans Advocates
Strengthens and supports transgender and allied communities across Louisiana through social support, education, and empowerment initiatives.
Website: LA Trans Advocates

Youth Oasis (Baton Rouge)
A drop-in center for transition-age youth (16-25), providing personal care and homelessness prevention services.
Website: LGBTQ Centers
CrescentCare (New Orleans)
Provides comprehensive health services, including primary care, behavioral health, and HIV services, with a focus on the LGBTQ+ community.
Website: CrescentCare