Did you know that in 31 states, your boss can legally fire you or your friends simply because of your sexual orientation?  Additionally, in 39 states, you can legally be fired just because of your gender identity.

Thousands of hardworking Americans have lost their livelihoods, been passed up for promotions they deserved, or were not hired for jobs they are qualified for, simply because of who they are and who they love.

Take action today!  Ask Congress to support ENDA.
www.yda.org/enda

It is shocking to people our age - the most diverse and tolerant generation in American history - that these type of exclusionary, bigoted, and unfair practices are still happening in our country in the first place.  It is even more shocking that, in most states, there are no laws saying they can't.

Right now, we have an opportunity to help ensure employment protections for all Americans, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity by supporting important legislation about to be voted on in Congress.

The Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA) addresses discrimination in the work place by making it illegal to fire, refuse to hire, or refuse to promote an employee simply because of his or her sexual orientation or gender identity.

Take action today!  Ask Congress to support ENDA.
www.yda.org/enda

Please write your representatives in Washington today urging them to not only support ENDA - but to oppose any efforts to weaken the bill by modifying any of the protections, or stripping out the protections for transgender Americans.

Together, working with the Democratic majorities in the House and Senate that our generation swept into power, we can put an end to LGBT workplace discrimination.

If your chapter is interested in hosting an event in your community or on your campus in support of ENDA, send an email to tcani@yda.org for talking points and some action ideas.