Alaskans Together for Equality
Alaskans Together for Equality is a statewide education and political advocacy organization in Alaska that advocates for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) rights, including same-sex marriage. History. Alaskans Together for Equality began in January 2007 as Alaskans Together, a ballot measure committee organized to oppose an advisory vote intended to deny public employees access to same-sex partner benefits. Following the vote, the organization adopted its current structure. Structure. Alaskans Together for Equality is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization which lobbies at the local, state, and federal levels of government on LGBT issues. Alaskans Together  Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization which educates the public on LGBT issues. Activities. Alaskans Together for Equality endorses candidates for political office and engages in lobbying on LGBT rights. Alaskans Together Foundation, Inc. coordinates public awareness campaigns on LGBT issues. The organization is a member of the Equality Federation.