Frequently Asked Questions

Please direct any other questions you may have to laura@nationalmarriageboycott.com. Thank you!

What is the goal of the National Marriage Boycott?
Our goal is to repeal the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) so that committed same-sex couples can have their relationships recognized by the government and receive the 1,137 federal-level rights that state-level marriages lack.

What do I have to do to take part?
Sign our online pledge not to get married until everyone can get married (DOMA is repealed). Wear one of our rings as a symbol of your commitment to marriage equality on your ring finger (left hand) until the day DOMA is repealed. Want to do more? Contact your representative or start your own NMB Branch.

I'm married. How can I show my support?
If you are already married, you can still show your support. We ask that you sign our online pledge. We also ask that you replace your wedding band with our National Marriage Boycott ring or wear both rings until the day DOMA is repealed.

How long do you expect the boycott to last?
Repealing DOMA is one of President Obama's campaign promises and was originally on the White House website as part of his civil rights agenda . If we show our commitment to marriage equality by abstaining from the current discriminatory marriage system, we can expect the government to repeal DOMA in the next few years, before the next election. It all depends on how visibly we demonstrate the popular support for marriage equality.

How do I get a ring?
You can place an individual order online, or buy from your local NMB branch.
Click here to order a ring or find out more about a branch in your area.

The ring I ordered ended up being too large/small. Can I exchange it for another?
Yes. We are happy to exchange your ring for another - just send the ring back to the return address on the original envelope and include a check for $3.28 to cover shipping and handling. For our complete exchange and return policy, click here.

Can I wear the ring on a chain around my neck instead of on my finger?
Yep!

Do I have to buy a ring? Can I make my own to save money?
The goal of our campaign is not to make money through selling rings. All proceeds go to funding this and other LGBTQ rights projects. You can absolutely choose to use your own ring. However, it will be harder for people to tell you are part of the National Marriage Boycott if you have another ring, which may decrease the impact of your commitment.

I am interested in creating a branch of the National Marriage Boycott at my school, business or organization. How do I do that?
There are four easy steps:
1. Create an account on this website.
2. Create a 'group' on this website for your school, business or organziation.
3. Email Sarah, our National Recruitment Manager to get a copy of the Boycotter's Cookbook.
4. Organize. Connect with existing LGBTQ and human rights groups to get the word out at your school, business or organization and others in your area. We also have a support team to help at each step.