Advocacy

Advocacy is a top priority for the NGLCC, whether it's lobbying Congress or the White House, commenting on regulatory issues or working with leaders throughout America's top corporations to bring about equality, opportunity and change. The NGLCC has quickly moved to become the LGBT business voice in Washington, on Wall Street, and down Main Street USA. We feel it's imperative to the advancement of equality and prosperity for the LGBT community that we function as a unified economic force through our advocacy efforts.

We address legislation and regulations that can positively or negatively impact LGBT businesses. Below, you’ll find several areas included in NGLCC’s advocacy program.

White House and Federal Agency Affairs
NGLCC along with other national LGBT organizations including the Gay & Lesbian Leadership Institute is leading a community-wide effort to identify strong LGBT candidates to serve in President-elect Obama's administration.   

Legislative Affairs
NGLCC plays an important role in influencing legislation on a national level.

Regulatory Affairs
NGLCC monitors the regulatory efforts of the US Department of Labor, US Department of Commerce and other Executive Branch Agencies as they relate to LGBT businesses.

Corporate Affairs
NGLCC works in a very complementary way with groups such as HRC, Out & Equal Workplace Advocates and others to monitor the tone in Corporate America towards the LGBT community. Specific focus revolves around the NGLCC's position as the direct link between LGBT-owned businesses and corporations.

Coalition Engagement
NGLCC works with many business and LGBT equality organizations through coalitions and collaborations to ensure the national voice of the LGBT business community is a part of all the conversations taking place regarding issues of importance to LGBT business owners and thier families.