On Saturday, May 19th the NOH8 Campaign will host an open photo shoot at the W NEW YORK from 4-8pm; a portion of the funds raised to be donated to Gay Mens Health Crisis via #TEAMNOH8's participation... more

On Saturday, May 19th the NOH8 Campaign will host an open photo shoot at the W NEW YORK from 4-8pm; a portion of the funds raised to be donated to Gay Mens Health Crisis via #TEAMNOH8's participation in AIDS WALK NEW YORK on SUNDAY!

This May, Team NOH8 is continuing its mission to bring the NOH8 Campaign to all fifty states and spread the message of the campaign everywhere we can. By the end of the month, NOH8 will have hosted... more

This May, Team NOH8 is continuing its mission to bring the NOH8 Campaign to all fifty states and spread the message of the campaign everywhere we can. By the end of the month, NOH8 will have hosted official photo shoots in 36 states, along with Washington, DC. We will also have hosted our fourth international photo shoot!

Our first tour of the month will bring us to PORTLAND, SEATTLE, and VANCOUVER, and this trip will mark the first NOH8 events in both the state of Oregon and the province of British Columbia (our second photo shoot in Canada)! We're excited to present this opportunity to get involved to our Northwest Supporters, and we hope many of you that have been asking for us to visit your city will be able to attend. Check out our Northwest Dates below!



FRIDAY MAY 4TH

PORTLAND, OREGON

JUPITER HOTEL

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM



SATURDAY MAY 5TH

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON

RENAISSANCE SEATTLE HOTEL

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM



TUESDAY MAY 8TH

VANCOUVER, BC (CANADA)

RENAISSANCE VANCOUVER ...

Imagine a world without hate, bigotry, prejudice or discrimination... It's easy if you try.

I will advocate gay rights until the day I die. No human being should be made to feel 'evil' because they love someone!

If you live in NC, vote no to amendment one!

In March, the NOH8 Campaign was able to travel to seven cities and meet over 1,400 NOH8 supporters and volunteers as we toured a stretch of cities in the Midwest for the first time including Tulsa... more

In March, the NOH8 Campaign was able to travel to seven cities and meet over 1,400 NOH8 supporters and volunteers as we toured a stretch of cities in the Midwest for the first time including Tulsa, St. Louis, Lexington, Indianapolis, and Columbus. We were so proud to see how far the message of NOH8 has spread and how many communities have embraced "no hate" and utilized our message to promote dialogue among their friends and family. Team NOH8 is excited continue that momentum into April with a collaboration we've been developing with Rutgers University.

On Wednesday, April 4th the NOH8 Campaign will host an open photo shoot at Rutgers University in NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey - an event the college has encouraged students to participate in by subsidizing the cost of their photos (the first 175 Rutgers students will receive a solo photo for a discounted rate of $5).

Wednesday evening, NOH8 Co-Founders Adam Bouska and Jeff Parshley will join a special Marriage Equality Panel at Rutger...

Maybe if we help the kids to grow up with this, it can actually happen. Wish we didn't have to wait!

Sad this has to be a page. Sad that two consenting adults (of any sexual preference) should need anyone's permission to be married! It's 2012 and the religious crack pots of America are still... more

Sad this has to be a page. Sad that two consenting adults (of any sexual preference) should need anyone's permission to be married! It's 2012 and the religious crack pots of America are still making the rules for the rest of us. As long as you aren't hurting anyone and live a decent life you should be able to marry another consenting adult that loves you.

I know I know wrong topic but I still say GO GEORGE TAKEI!! You and Brad are the cutest couple I have seen in a long time you two deserved to be married and stay marred as long as you both love each... more

I know I know wrong topic but I still say GO GEORGE TAKEI!! You and Brad are the cutest couple I have seen in a long time you two deserved to be married and stay marred as long as you both love each other. You aren't harming anyone so why the hell should they care if you are married. GO GEORGE GO BRAD!!

EXCLUSIVE: For the first time ever, 10 members of Congress pose for @NOH8campaign marriage equality portraits huff.to/zMvn4f

I'm so tired of the fact that we (the U.S.) act like we're such a melting pot of people and yet, we still have roadblocks like this issue. You'd think we'd want to be an example of tolerance and... more

I'm so tired of the fact that we (the U.S.) act like we're such a melting pot of people and yet, we still have roadblocks like this issue. You'd think we'd want to be an example of tolerance and acceptence since we try to preach that to other countries. *shakes head* There's no feeling like love and we've all grown up knowing that marriage is that ultimate expression. We certainly don't deny weddings to people because of their religion so why in the HELL would we ban something because of the way somebody is BORN? For those that try to say marriage should be for just Christians can kiss my ass. There were marriages long before Christ was even born so don't tell me it's degrading Christian morals when Christianity didn't invent the concept of marriage. You don't like it? Too bad. I don't see how a Christian can be allowed to follow THEIR beliefs and customs but not other people. ???? Still trying to figure out why it has to be so complicated. Equal rights for all seems like a...

Just an idea... If you've done your NOH8 photo and it can be found online, why not share the link here so we all can see it? I did mine last summer, so I'll have to go through the archive and see if... more

Just an idea... If you've done your NOH8 photo and it can be found online, why not share the link here so we all can see it? I did mine last summer, so I'll have to go through the archive and see if I can find it to share. :)

I want my gay friends to be able to celebrate Valentine's Day knowing they can get married! Show some love and support so EVERYONE can have their dream wedding with the one they love!

http://i.imgur.com/yXEfB.jpg Seriously, how many times has Newt been married now?

I am wondering How do I get the #NOH8 tatoo :)

After being approved by the Washington State Senate last week, the state's House of Representatives has passed the bill legalizing same-sex marriage in Washington with a majority vote of 55 to 43... more

After being approved by the Washington State Senate last week, the state's House of Representatives has passed the bill legalizing same-sex marriage in Washington with a majority vote of 55 to 43! The bill now goes to Governor Christine Gregoire, who will have five days to sign the bill into law - just in time for Valentine's Day!

Governor Gregoire, in her final year of office, set the stage for swift passage of the bill in January when she announced her support for legalizing same-sex marriage in Washington. Although the bill would not take effect until June, this might be the perfect time for those Washington couples waiting to tie the knot to get engaged!

This incredible news comes on the heels of yesterday's 9th Circuit Court decision to uphold Judge Vaughn Walker's ruling that declared Proposition 8 unconstitutional, and today serves as another massive push forward for equal rights. Of course, anti-gay activists are have already begun taking steps to battle the decision - in...

Part IV: Like every single face that makes up the NOH8 Campaign, every vote counts and you have the right and the responsibility to tell our government how you feel.



If you're in the Los Angeles... more

Part IV: Like every single face that makes up the NOH8 Campaign, every vote counts and you have the right and the responsibility to tell our government how you feel.



If you're in the Los Angeles area this evening, join the NOH8 Campaign, Love Honor Cherish, Lambda Legal, GetEQUAL, the City of West Hollywood, and more in coming together in West Hollywood Park for a Rally to Respond to Prop 8's decision! The event will begin at 6pm (arrive between 5:30pm-6pm) and will be followed by a march down Santa Monica. Check out more event details by clicking here.

Part III: In the meantime, one of the most important notions to gain from today's victory is that there is promise, there is hope, and that with enough perseverance and patience, we can achieve the... more

Part III: In the meantime, one of the most important notions to gain from today's victory is that there is promise, there is hope, and that with enough perseverance and patience, we can achieve the equal rights we deserve. We need to focus on figuring out what each of us can do from here to help the movement in our own way. Everybody has their own way of speaking out, and we have to celebrate those differences and encourage people to bring their own personal talents to the table. We want full recognition of equal rights for everybody on a federal level, and all of us are going to have to work together to do it!

So many people and organizations, particularly AFER, have played such a pivotal role in this historic decision. The NOH8 Campaign was born out of the passage of Prop 8, and we're proud to be a part of the fight. Even still, we couldn't do what we do without such incredible dedication and help from each of you in the community. If not for your support, NOH8 would have never m...

Part II: What does this mean in the now? When can same-sex couples in California begin to get married again? The imposed stay on permitting same-sex marriages will likely stand in anticipation of... more

Part II: What does this mean in the now? When can same-sex couples in California begin to get married again? The imposed stay on permitting same-sex marriages will likely stand in anticipation of further appeals; but we will update this page as more information becomes available.

For now, we must celebrate this huge advance for gay rights and continue this year's momentum of the positive forces for change we've seen in places like Washington state, Delaware, Hawaii, and of course New York. This is an incredible day for couples not only in California but across the United States, and we will continue to share the details of what this decision means as we learn more.

In addition to ruling on the constitutionality of Proposition 8, there were two more issues for the 9th Circuit to rule on. First, they were to decide whether or not Prop 8 Supporters have the standing under federal law to appeal Judge Walker's decision: they have ruled they do, mirroring the California Supreme Court's ...

Part I: Nearly one and a half years since Federal District Court Judge Vaughn Walker declared Proposition 8 to be unconstitutional in the landmark Perry v. Brown case, the 9th US District Circuit... more

Part I: Nearly one and a half years since Federal District Court Judge Vaughn Walker declared Proposition 8 to be unconstitutional in the landmark Perry v. Brown case, the 9th US District Circuit Court of Appeals finally announced this morning that they will be upholding Judge Walker's decision: PROPOSITION H8 IS UNCONSTITUTIONAL!

Opponents of same-sex marriage will likely file an appeal to the decision, and the next steps may inevitably lead to a hearing before the US Supreme Court; casting the national spotlight on California's fight for the freedom to marry and putting the focus on same-sex marriage at a federal level. Most importantly, today's rulings open up the door for the same arguments to be used to the benefit of advancing pro-same-sex marriage legislation in other states.

BREAKING NEWS: Washington State Senate passes same-sex marriage bill! bit.ly/wvO6US

If you're in or around Los Angeles today, take some time to support the LGBT community during two special events!

First: For those who have yet to participate in an official NOH8 photo shoot, we... more

If you're in or around Los Angeles today, take some time to support the LGBT community during two special events!

First: For those who have yet to participate in an official NOH8 photo shoot, we will be set up in Hollywood at Studio 1444 from 11am-3pm! This unique event will also double as a protest against Chick-Fil-A restaurants (one of which is conveniently located next door) and their funding of anti-gay organizations, with over $1.7 Million donated to those groups in 2009 alone. Even if you've already had your NOH8 photo taken, please come down and join us along with other organizations and even The Grilled Cheese Truck in spreading the word and taking a stand. Remember to wear white! And don't forget to bring an umbrella - just in case!

Second: Tonight, our friends at GetEQUAL are also hosting a special fundraiser this evening in conjunction with the induction of the welcoming banner displayed during California's "Meet in the Middle" event in Fresno into the ONE National Gay...

Tomorrow - Saturday, January 21st - the NOH8 Campaign will kick off 2012 with its first open photo shoot of the new year in Los Angeles promoting our boycott of Chick-Fil-A, and our first photo shoot... more

Tomorrow - Saturday, January 21st - the NOH8 Campaign will kick off 2012 with its first open photo shoot of the new year in Los Angeles promoting our boycott of Chick-Fil-A, and our first photo shoot in Salt Lake City will be following quickly behind that. With so many important elections coming up in 2012, we must spread our message of NOH8 and raise awareness around this country that we are all human and we all deserve equal rights.

More dates will be added in the coming weeks as a number of photo shoots are still being finalized - but in the meantime, we hope you can join us in one of these upcoming cities!



January 21st - Los Angeles, CA

January 24th -Salt Lake City, UT

February 18th - San Diego, CA

March 16th - Tulsa, OK

March 24th - Columbus, OH

April 4th - New Brunswick, NJ

April 5th - Camden, NJ

April 13th - Baltimore, MD

April 14th - Richmond, VA

April 20th - Charleston, SC

May 4th - Portland, OR

May 22nd - Hartford, CT

June 16th - NOH8 Cruise to Tahiti

Jul...

SUPPORT EQUAL RIGHTS?
BOYCOTT CHICK-FIL-A!

Words are one thing; Actions are another. The WinShape Foundation – the charitable arm of Chick-Fil-A – contributes to organizations directly working... more

SUPPORT EQUAL RIGHTS?
BOYCOTT CHICK-FIL-A!

Words are one thing; Actions are another. The WinShape Foundation – the charitable arm of Chick-Fil-A – contributes to organizations directly working to defeat marriage equality and even groups attempting to convert gay people to heterosexual lifestyles. Simply put: Eating at Chick-Fil-A condones and funds anti-gay agendas.

On January 21st, the NOH8 Campaign will be hosting an open photo shoot next door to a Chick-Fil-A in order to raise awareness for this disappointing reality. If you're in the area, come out and show your support! You can find more information here: www.noh8campaign.com/event/open-photo-shoot-in-los-angeles-ca

In 2009 alone, WinShape Gave Over $1.7 Million To Anti-Gay Groups
MARRIAGE & FAMILY LEGACY FUND: $994,199
The MFLF “pool[s] funds for a national marriage media campaign and provide start-up grants for local initiatives to promote stable, lasting marriages.” The MFLF was created to be the “impleme...

SUPPORT EQUAL RIGHTS?
BOYCOTT CHICK-FIL-A!

Words are one thing; Actions are another. The WinShape Foundation – the charitable arm of Chick-Fil-A – contributes to organizations directly working... more

SUPPORT EQUAL RIGHTS?
BOYCOTT CHICK-FIL-A!

Words are one thing; Actions are another. The WinShape Foundation – the charitable arm of Chick-Fil-A – contributes to organizations directly working to defeat marriage equality and even groups attempting to convert gay people to heterosexual lifestyles. Simply put: Eating at Chick-Fil-A condones and funds anti-gay agendas.

On January 21st, the NOH8 Campaign will be hosting an open photo shoot next door to a Chick-Fil-A in order to raise awareness for this disappointing reality. If you're in the area, come out and show your support! You can find more information here: www.noh8campaign.com/event/open-photo-shoot-in-los-angeles-ca

In 2009 alone, WinShape Gave Over $1.7 Million To Anti-Gay Groups
MARRIAGE & FAMILY LEGACY FUND: $994,199
The MFLF “pool[s] funds for a national marriage media campaign and provide start-up grants for local initiatives to promote stable, lasting marriages.” The MFLF was created to be the “impleme...

SUPPORT EQUAL RIGHTS?

BOYCOTT CHICK-FIL-A!



Words are one thing; Actions are another. The WinShape Foundation – the charitable arm of Chick-Fil-A – contributes to organizations directly... more

SUPPORT EQUAL RIGHTS?

BOYCOTT CHICK-FIL-A!



Words are one thing; Actions are another. The WinShape Foundation – the charitable arm of Chick-Fil-A – contributes to organizations directly working to defeat marriage equality and even groups attempting to convert gay people to heterosexual lifestyles. Simply put: Eating at Chick-Fil-A condones and funds anti-gay agendas.

On January 21st, the NOH8 Campaign will be hosting an open photo shoot next door to a Chick-Fil-A in order to raise awareness for this disappointing reality. If you're in the area, come out and show your support! You can find more information here: www.noh8campaign.com/event/open-photo-shoot-in-los-angeles-ca

In 2009 alone, WinShape Gave Over $1.7 Million To Anti-Gay Groups



MARRIAGE & FAMILY LEGACY FUND: $994,199

The MFLF “pool[s] funds for a national marriage media campaign and provide start-up grants for local initiatives to promote stable, lasting marriages.” The MFLF was created to be the ...

Via their Twitter: #Prop8 Repeal Approved For Signature Gathering! via @HuffingtonPost @RepealProp8com huff.to/u3kkz9 #NOH8 #LGBT... fb.me/19xYH09n8

The @NOH8Campaign has been nominated for a 2011 Mashable Award in the Viral Campaign of the Year Category, and there are only 10 hours left to cast your vote and show your support! If you have a few... more

The @NOH8Campaign has been nominated for a 2011 Mashable Award in the Viral Campaign of the Year Category, and there are only 10 hours left to cast your vote and show your support! If you have a few minutes, we hope you'll head over to the #MashableAwards and vote for the NOH8 Campaign.

You can vote using both your Facebook profile and your Twitter account here:

mashable.com/follow/contests/mashable-awards-2011/?category=viral-ca

Using the above link will automatically select the Viral Campaign of the Year category, as well as the NOH8 Campaign option, as your selection. All you have to do is click Vote! Each of your accounts will register as one vote. Make sure to share it with your friends ; we need your help!



If you have issues with that link, you can use the following link as a back-up:

mashable.com/follow/contests/mashable-awards-2011/category/viral-cam



THANK YOU!

The NOH8 Campaign's 3rd Annual Anniversary Celebration is this upcoming Tuesday, December 13th - and we have something very special planned!

Celebrating Three Years of NOH8 Activism and over 18,000... more

The NOH8 Campaign's 3rd Annual Anniversary Celebration is this upcoming Tuesday, December 13th - and we have something very special planned!

Celebrating Three Years of NOH8 Activism and over 18,000 photos, the House of Blues in West Hollywood will be transformed into a one-of-a-kind NOH8 Gallery Show featuring hundreds of portraits taken since the campaign began in 2008.

And the best part? This event is absolutely FREE! You don't need reservations or tickets; just come out and support! You can find all the details on our Facebook event page by clicking here.

Some familiar faces will be on hand to reveal their NOH8 photos for the very first time, including Rebecca Black and Shay Mitchell. Portraits from Vanessa Carlton, Audra McDonald, and Will Swenson will also be unveiled.

In addition to the gallery show, NOH8 Co-Founder Adam Bouska will be bringing NOH8 photos to life by photographing some celebrity guests on-stage. Some of the newest NOH8 supporters scheduled to pose include ...

Part III: This year's CESCaL Conference comes at crucial time as the state prepares to institute a California law passed this year mandating the inclusion of the historical contributions of LGBT... more

Part III: This year's CESCaL Conference comes at crucial time as the state prepares to institute a California law passed this year mandating the inclusion of the historical contributions of LGBT figures as well as the disabled. The FAIR Education Act would make sure that stories like Harvey Milk's are taught to youth in schools - some of whom might really need to hear a story like Harvey's. The idea of this measure is the very type of thing Harvey Milk fought for.

Earlier this year, during the NOH8 Campaign's trip to San Francisco, we made it a priority to visit Harvey Milk's former camera store in the Castro; now converted into an HRC Action Center and Store with a work space for The Trevor Project's crisis and suicide prevention call center. The space that once acted as the headquarters for Harvey's historic campaign as well as his home still carries so many reminders about Harvey Milk's life and legacy. At the time, the city's new GLBT History Museum featured some of Harvey's k...