News from Affirmation
Help create visible, affirming LGBTQ+ community spaces at Utah Pride on June 6–7 in Salt Lake City. Affirmation: LGBTQ Mormons, Families & Friends is excited to participate in Utah Pride 2026 on June 6–7 in Salt Lake City — and we’re inviting volunteers from across Utah to join us. Utah Pride is one of the…
William Seely Bradshaw (1937–2026) lived a life defined by faith, science, and love—and used each to expand belonging for LGBTQ Latter-day Saints. His legacy is one of bridge-building: between belief and inquiry, between families and understanding, and between individuals and community. A Teacher Who Expanded Possibility For nearly four decades at Brigham Young University, Bill…
Dear Affirmation Community, We want to share an important update about this year’s Affirmation General Conference. After thoughtful review and in order to steward our resources wisely, the Executive Committee has decided to postpone the October 18 virtual conference and blend it with our November Gratitude Gathering. This shift allows us to bring our global…
As the leadership of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints transitions, we recognize that moments of change in Church leadership often bring both hope and anxiety for LGBTQIA+ Latter-day Saints, their families, and friends. Affirmation exists to provide communities of safety, love, and hope where all can be affirmed in their authentic identities.…
A Bold New Symbol of Belonging, History, and Hope We’re thrilled to unveil a vibrant, limited-use version of the Affirmation logo—designed especially for Pride Month, LGBTQ+ History Month, and other moments when visibility matters most. This new emblem weaves together the full spectrum of Progress Pride Flag colors with Affirmation’s iconic “A” to honor every…
