In Our Own Voices in 2008 hosted the first LGBT POC Summit, Over 150 scholars, administrators, activists and students gathered for the important event to reflect on the status of health and wellness, substance use, spirituality and political advocacy within the Le***an, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender People of Color (LGBT POC) community. The Summit featured presentations, workshops, and panel disc
ussions on the importance of meaningful involvement of LGBT POC and vulnerable subpopulations in our communities on such issues as: policy development and implementation, physical and mental health concerns, innovative and effective intervention methods, and research that addresses and educates on the topics of the importance of health and well-being for LGBT POC communities. The focus of the 2021 Unity through Diversity, National LGBT People of Color Health Conference is “The Power of Unity.” The purpose of the conference is to lift up the voices of Le***an, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender People of Color (LGBT POC), while promoting social justice, healthy sexuality, violence-free living, social activism and safer spaces.
