Asian American Gays & Lesbians Plan To Marry Starting June 17th
Couples Willing To Share Their Personal Stories
WHAT? On June 17, 2008, counties can start granting marriage licenses to same-sex couples. Asian American gays and lesbians in long-term relationships are among the many excited Californians who will be standing in line starting on June 17th. A number of them are willing to share their personal story with the media, and many will be getting their marriage license next week.
WHO? There are both gay and lesbian couples who include Chinese, Korean, Japanese and Filipino Americans. A few are able to speak their native language. The couples are based in the Los Angeles-area.
WHEN? Couples are willing to do interviews before and after June 17th.
To arrange an interview or for any questions, please contact Doreena Wong, API Equality-LA co-chair: (310) 204-6010, or wong@healthlaw.org. Questions can also be directed to Andy Marra at Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) at (212) 629-3322.
Media Advisory Contact
Doreena Wong
API Equality-LA
(310) 204-6010
wong@healthlaw.org