I signed an Executive Order in 2014 that prohibits discrimination against Federal employees and contractors on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity. We remain committed to addressing health disparities in the LGBT community - gay and bisexual men and transgender women of color are at a particularly high risk for HIV, and we have worked to strengthen our National HIV/AIDS Strategy to reduce new infections, increase access to care, and improve health outcomes for people living with HIV.ĭespite the extraordinary progress of the past few years, LGBT Americans still face discrimination simply for being who they are. It is also why we oppose subjecting minors to the harmful practice of conversion therapy, and why we are continuing to promote equality and foster safe and supportive learning environments for all students.
That is why my Administration is striving to better understand the needs of LGBT adults and to provide affordable, welcoming, and supportive housing to aging LGBT Americans. LGBT individuals deserve to know their country stands beside them.
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For every partnership that was not previously recognized under the law and for every American who was denied their basic civil rights, this monumental ruling instilled newfound hope, affirming the belief that we are all more free when we are treated as equals. Last year's landmark Supreme Court decision guaranteeing marriage equality in all 50 States was a historic victory for LGBT Americans, ensuring dignity for same-sex couples and greater equality across State lines. This month, we recognize all they have done to bring us to this point, and we recommit to bending the arc of our Nation toward justice. They have spurred sweeping progress by changing hearts and minds and by demanding equal treatment - under our laws, from our courts, and in our politics. The fight for dignity and equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people is reflected in the tireless dedication of advocates and allies who strive to forge a more inclusive society. This journey, led by forward-thinking individuals who have set their sights on reaching for a brighter tomorrow, has never been easy or smooth. Since our founding, America has advanced on an unending path toward becoming a more perfect Union. LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, AND TRANSGENDER PRIDE MONTH, 2016īY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA