Congress Swears In Today! Let them know you care about ENDA!

Today, January 6, Members of Congress raise their right hand and swear to uphold the Constitution as they begin the new legislative session.

Let's make sure the first thing they hear about is the importance of an Employment Non-Discrimination Act that protects all lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people.

Sample Letter for Campaign

Subject: Support an Inclusive ENDA

Dear [ Decision Maker ] ,

I am a constituent and I strongly support the Employment Non-Discrimination Act that would ban discrimination against all lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people.

I join with the hundreds of thousands of people who make up the membership of the organizations of United ENDA in calling on Congress to quickly protect all workers in America by passing the Employment Nondiscrimination Act (ENDA).

I am proud to stand with United ENDA, a coalition over 300 organizations, in calling for an America where workers may not be discriminated against because of their sexual orientation or, gender identity or expression. The time for including these classes in the anti-discrimination laws of our nation is long overdue.

Sincerely,

Campaign Launched:
January 06, 2009

Background Information

ENDA prohibits an employer from using an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity as the basis for adverse or different treatment in employment or employment opportunities. An employer cannot make an employment decision, such as hiring, firing, promotion, training or compensation, based on sexual orientation or gender identity.