The Human Rights Campaign was founded in 1980 by Steve Endean, a prominent LGBTQ+ rights activist. Endean established the organization initially as the Human Rights Campaign Fund, with the primary goal of financially supporting political candidates who advocated for LGBTQ+ equality. The idea came from Endean's recognition of the need for a dedicated political action committee to advance LGBTQ+ rights at the federal level. Over time, the organization expanded its scope and changed its name to the Human Rights Campaign. Today, HRC operates as a non-profit organization and is led by a Board of Directors and a President, currently Kelley Robinson. Based in Washington, D.C., with a presence across the United States, HRC covers a wide range of issues related to LGBTQ+ rights and equality. While not a traditional news outlet, HRC provides updates, analysis, and reports on political developments, legal cases, and social issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community. The organization focuses on topics such as workplace discrimination, healthcare access, family and parenting rights, and transgender equality. HRC also engages in advocacy work, conducts research, and provides resources and educational materials on LGBTQ+ issues. One interesting fact: A unique aspect of the Human Rights Campaign is its Corporate Equality Index (CEI), an annual report and benchmarking tool that evaluates corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality. This influential index has become a key driver of LGBTQ+-inclusive policies in major corporations across the United States, encouraging businesses to adopt more inclusive practices and fostering significant changes in corporate America's approach to LGBTQ+ rights.