Single people are not properly appreciated in American society. There may be 80 million of us – a potentially powerful political and economic force – but elected officials, corporate leaders, and union bosses act as if we are invisible.

This type of unfair treatment will not change unless unmarried Americans organize and create a collective voice demanding reform. Let AASP be that voice. If millions of unmarried people join AASP, we can do for single adults of all ages what AARP has done for seniors – create change, eradicate stigma, and eliminate discrimination. Join AASP today or give someone you know – a friend, neighbor, coworker, or relative – a gift membership.

Membership

Any adult may become a member of AASP by making a tax-deductible contribution of $10 or more. Membership is open to all adults whether they are single, divorced, widowed, separated, married, or have a domestic partner. Members receive Unmarried America, a quarterly newsletter which contains information and news concerning economic, social, and legal issues affecting unmarried adults, couples, parents, and families. Members also receive Singles Rights Advocate, a bulletin focusing on legislative proposals and political issues affecting us all.

What We Do

Research and Education. Through its publications, website, and participation in educational forums, AASP informs members and the public about economic, social, health and legal issues that affect 80 million unmarried Americans. Our staff conducts research from a variety of academic perspectives, including law, political science, sociology, psychology, public opinion, and demography, and we share our findings with elected officials, corporate executives, and the public. Our media activities include writing op-ed articles in newspapers, providing background information and interviews to journalists, and appearing on radio talk shows and television programs.

Advocacy. As the leading advocate for unmarried Americans, AASP encourages government agencies and nonprofit civil rights organizations to fully implement existing laws prohibiting marital status discrimination in employment, housing, insurance, credit, and consumer transactions.  We also encourage government agencies to administer their programs in a manner consistent with constitutional principles of due process, equal protection, privacy, and separation of church and state.

Member Services. We monitor current events and report on state, national, and international events affecting single and unmarried Americans. Our website is the most authoritative source of information for and about single people on the entire Internet. It contains news summaries, essays, and advice for "solo singles," for unmarried couples, for single parents, and for divorcees. Through our Singles-Friendly Workplace Campaign, we help members who request our services to develop strategies designed to secure improvements in their own workplaces.

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