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Started in 1981, GLMA is the world's largest and oldest organization working to ensure that LGBTQ people are treated competently and not discriminated against when they access healthcare.

Pride Month is a powerful time to show up for LGBTQ+ health equity, and GLMA’s 2026 Pride Month Membership Drive is offi...
06/01/2026

Pride Month is a powerful time to show up for LGBTQ+ health equity, and GLMA’s 2026 Pride Month Membership Drive is officially underway!

This June, join GLMA, renew your membership, or donate $500 or more to receive a free GLMA Pride Keychain as our thank you.

Your support fuels GLMA’s year-round work to advance LGBTQ+ health through education, advocacy, research, professional community, and programs that strengthen affirming care across the health professions.

Support LGBTQ+ health beyond Pride Month. Join, renew, or donate today. https://loom.ly/hzMrtdU

⏰ Early Bird registration discounts for   end May 31!Join 800+ LGBTQ+ and allied health professionals, researchers, educ...
05/15/2026

⏰ Early Bird registration discounts for end May 31!

Join 800+ LGBTQ+ and allied health professionals, researchers, educators, students, and advocates in Seattle this September for GLMA’s 44th Annual Conference on LGBTQ+ Health.

Register now before Early Bird rates end May 31 and conference prices increase on June 1.

📍 Seattle, WA
📅 September 17–19, 2026

Register now: glma.org/registration

There's still time to make your voice part of the conversation at  !GLMA’s 44th Annual Conference on LGBTQ+ Health will ...
04/23/2026

There's still time to make your voice part of the conversation at !

GLMA’s 44th Annual Conference on LGBTQ+ Health will take place September 17 to 19, 2026 in Seattle, Washington, bringing together 800+ interdisciplinary health professionals.

We invite you to contribute your work and help shape the future of LGBTQ+ health equity.

Extended deadline: April 30
Submit your proposal: glma.org/abstracts

GLMA is proud to celebrate Executive Director Alex Sheldon, MA, and longtime GLMA leader Shail Maingi, MD, on the 2026 C...
04/21/2026

GLMA is proud to celebrate Executive Director Alex Sheldon, MA, and longtime GLMA leader Shail Maingi, MD, on the 2026 Curve Power List.

Presented during Le***an Visibility Week, this recognition honors LGBTQ+ women and nonbinary changemakers advancing equity, visibility, and systemic change across North America.

At a time when access to care is under attack, this moment underscores the critical role LGBTQ+ health leaders play in shaping more inclusive systems.

🔗 Explore the full Curve Power List:
https://loom.ly/ObFrE_c

GLMA Board President Jona Tanguay, MS, PA-C, AAHIVS, CAQ-Psych, has been named to the Crain's New York Business 2026 Not...
04/20/2026

GLMA Board President Jona Tanguay, MS, PA-C, AAHIVS, CAQ-Psych, has been named to the Crain's New York Business 2026 Notable Leaders in Health Care.

This annual recognition highlights senior leaders across New York City’s healthcare sector who demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, and community impact. Jona’s selection reflects their longstanding commitment to advancing equitable, high-quality care for LGBTQ+ communities, as well as their leadership in HIV prevention and sexual health.

Read our full press release: https://loom.ly/v9QJxwQ

This is your moment to shape the future of LGBTQ+ health.GLMA’s 44th Annual Conference on LGBTQ+ Health is closing its c...
04/14/2026

This is your moment to shape the future of LGBTQ+ health.

GLMA’s 44th Annual Conference on LGBTQ+ Health is closing its call for abstracts soon!

Join us in Seattle, September 17–19, 2026, alongside 800+ clinicians, researchers, educators, and advocates advancing health equity.

Accepted presenters receive 50% off registration. Early bird registration is now open.

Submit your abstract by April 24:
glma.org/abstracts

Abstract submissions are now open for GLMA’s 44th Annual Conference on LGBTQ+ Health. Join us in Seattle, September 17–1...
04/04/2026

Abstract submissions are now open for GLMA’s 44th Annual Conference on LGBTQ+ Health. Join us in Seattle, September 17–19, 2026, at the premier conference shaping the future of LGBTQ+ health.

We welcome submissions across four core content areas:
• Clinical Excellence in LGBTQ+ Care
• Health Equity, Access, and Social Determinants of Health
• Workforce Education and Professional Development
• Advocacy, Policy, and Health Systems Change

Submit your proposal by April 24, 2026.
glma.org/abstracts

Today, in Chiles v. Salazar, the Supreme Court weakened protections for LGBTQ+ youth by treating conversion therapy as p...
03/31/2026

Today, in Chiles v. Salazar, the Supreme Court weakened protections for LGBTQ+ youth by treating conversion therapy as protected speech instead of a harmful, discredited practice.

Make no mistake, this ruling is not a verdict on whether it is safe or effective. It is not. All major medical and mental health associations agree these practices are dangerous, ineffective, and cause serious harm to LGBTQ+ youth.

Read our full statement: https://loom.ly/MInOTYY

The Call for Abstracts is now open for  .Join us in Seattle for GLMA’s 44th Annual Conference on LGBTQ+ Health, the lead...
03/13/2026

The Call for Abstracts is now open for .

Join us in Seattle for GLMA’s 44th Annual Conference on LGBTQ+ Health, the leading scientific conference shaping the future of LGBTQ+ health.

Each year, clinicians, researchers, educators, students, policy leaders, and advocates gather to share research, strengthen collaboration, and advance equitable, affirming care for LGBTQ+ communities.

We invite submissions highlighting:
• Innovative research
• Clinical best practices
• Policy analysis
• Educational models
• Community-informed strategies advancing LGBTQ+ health equity

📍 Seattle, WA
📅 September 17–19, 2026
📝 Proposals due April 24, 2026

Learn more and get started on your proposal:
glma.org/abstracts

📣 Early Bird Registration is now open for GLMA’s 44th Annual Conference on LGBTQ+ Health!Join 800+ clinicians, researche...
03/12/2026

📣 Early Bird Registration is now open for GLMA’s 44th Annual Conference on LGBTQ+ Health!

Join 800+ clinicians, researchers, educators, students, policy leaders, and advocates in Seattle, Washington, September 17–19, 2026 for the nation’s leading scientific conference advancing LGBTQ+ health.

Each year, hundreds of health professionals from across disciplines gather to share research, strengthen collaboration, and advance equitable, affirming care for LGBTQ+ communities.

Following record engagement last year, we anticipate our largest attendance yet in 2026. With limited conference capacity, we encourage participants to register early to secure the lowest available rate.

🔗 Register today:
https://loom.ly/kqH74JE

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