American Foundation for Equal Rights

The American Foundation for Equal Rights (AFER) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to challenging unequal treatment based on sexual orientation through legal means. It was founded to support and promote lawsuits that aim to eliminate discrimination and secure civil rights for LGBTQ individuals. AFER focuses on strategic litigation, often working alongside other legal groups, to achieve legal victories that advance marriage equality and anti-discrimination protections across the United States. Their efforts have played a significant role in shaping fairer laws and policies, advancing the goal of equal rights under the law for all Americans.