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The Moral and Financial Harm of Conversion Therapy: Why Chiles v. Salazar Matters for All of Us

One of the most harmful manifestations of discrimination is so-called “conversion therapy,” which is a debunked and dangerous practice that falsely claims to change an individual’s sexual orientation or gender identity. As the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to hear Chiles v. Salazar, a case challenging Colorado’s ban on “conversion therapy” and the constitutionality of Colorado’s Minor Conversion Therapy Law (MCTL), we face a pivotal moment. The central legal issue concerns whether Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy for minors infringes upon the First Amendment rights of licensed mental health professionals.

Interfaith Alliance Lauds Faith Communities’ Mobilization in Nationwide Hands Off! Protests

Interfaith Alliance lauds mobilizations millions of people at over 1,000 peaceful “Hands Off! protests across the country

National Call to Action for Faith Communities

Host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush moderates a panel discussion on the multifaith pro-democracy movement with national religious and civil organizers and leaders.

WATCH: Faith Leaders in Opposition to Arkansas 10 Commandements Bill

Over 50 Arkansas faith leaders have signed a letter opposing SB433, requiring the display of a government-selected version of the Ten Commandments in all public school classrooms and buildings. They gathered at the Capitol in Little Rock yesterday to hold a press conference that is making waves across the state.

National Faith Mobilization Call Recap

Last night, Interfaith Alliance hosted a National Faith Mobilization Call with MoveOn, Indivisible, Horizons Project, Emgage, Bend the Arc, Kairos Center and Faith In Action. Our conversation was so powerful.

42 Arkansas Faith Leaders Call on General Assembly to Support Religious Freedom by Rejecting Ten Commandments Displays in Public Schools and Buildings