Perhaps no topic stirs the imagination as the legalization of same-sex marriage. In this veritable minefield of tradition versus progress, ten years ago attorney Craig Dean filed the first discrimination suit to legalize same-sex marriage in over thirty years when his marriage license application to his partner Patrick Jill was denied by the District of Columbia because both parties were men.
Since then he has been speaking out on issues affecting gay and lesbian couples and has become a powerful advocate for legalization of gay marriages. His presentation gives a historical background to same-sex marriage, places it in the context of society and the modern gay civil rights movement, and discusses what the future may hold.
Craig is currently the Executive Director of the Equal Marriage Rights Fund, and President of Outright Speakers & Talent Bureau. He also does motivational presentations on "Coming Out" and "Living with Pride" utilizing his own life experience to illustrate the benefits of living with equality, dignity, and respect. As well, he has developed a presentation specifically geared to training professional college staff members on gay and lesbian issues.
Source: http://www.outrightspeakers.com/ ComingOut.htm
