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.

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.