Gay & Lesbian Leadership Institute (Candidate & Campaign Training)

The Victory Fund's Gay & Lesbian Leadership Institute will hold training this month in Fort Lauderdale.

The seminar is a 3 day intensive program about the science of running for political office. The program discusses the unique struggles of running as an out candidate, the possibility of anti-gay smears and many other important techniques when running for office.

Future trainings in other cities include:

Cleveland, OH
Candidate Training
June 18-21

Colorado Springs, CO
Candidate Training
September

San Francisco, CA
Candidate Training
Dec. 2-5

Learn more about our Candidate & Campaign Training and to apply to attend the Fort Lauderdale session.

"Love Came Out" Rally in Colorado Springs

According to Box Turtle Bulletin a coalition of gay rights groups are protesting the Focus on the Family's "Love Won Out" conference which is an "ex-gay" gathering that puts out lies and misinformation about gender and sexuality. The demonstrations in Colorado Springs are listed in the graphic with contact information.

Discussion panel with “ex-gay” survivors, and PFLAG families; peaceful vigil/demonstration at Focus on the Family; and presentation of the acclaimed film “HoMo No Mo”.

Activities are free and families and individuals seeking affirming information about sexuality and/or faith are encouraged to attend.