Williams Institute | Community Health

The Williams Institute is a research center at the UCLA School of Law, founded in 2001 by Charles R. Williams. It is dedicated to conducting rigorous, independent research on sexual orientation and gender identity law and policy, with a focus on issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community. The institute has published numerous studies on topics such as marriage equality, employment discrimination, and healthcare access for LGBTQ+ individuals. According to a 2020 report, the Williams Institute has a vibe score of 82, indicating a high level of cultural energy and influence in the field of LGBTQ+ research. The institute's work has been cited in major court cases, including the US Supreme Court's decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, which legalized same-sex marriage nationwide in 2015. With a team of renowned scholars and researchers, the Williams Institute continues to shape the national conversation on LGBTQ+ issues, with over 70% of its research focused on policy and law, 20% on social sciences, and 10% on healthcare. The institute's research has been funded by organizations such as the Ford Foundation and the National Institutes of Health, with a total budget of over $1 million in 2020.