Williams Institute. A think tank at UCLA Law dedicated to conducting rigorous, independent research on sexual orientation and gender identity law and public policy.
The Williams Institute conducts independent research on sexual orientation and gender identity law and public policy. We ensure that facts—not stereotypes—inform laws, policies, and judicial decisions that affect the LGBT community. Learn more about us.
How many same-sex couples are parents?
114,000
raising children under 18
24%
are raising foster or adopted children
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The 2020 Election: LGBTQ Electeds, the LGBTQ Vote, and the Future of LGBTQ Rights
A discussion on the election of LGBTQ lawmakers, the political influence of LGBTQ voters, and the implications for LGBT law and policy in the coming years.