Affirmation

Since taking office as the Executive Committee of Affirmation: LGBTQ Mormons, Families & Friends on March 1st, 2024, Fred Bowers (President), Joel McDonald (Senior Vice President), and David Doyle (Vice President) have been hard at work to ensure Affirmation continues to accomplish our mission and vision. An Evening with Affirmation was an opportunity for LGBTQ Latter-day Saints and their family and friends to meet the new Executive Committee, hear about progress being made, what's next, and opportunities to support this important work. More »

Affirmation

Holland's speech called for symbolic violence in response to efforts to be more inclusive and affirming of LGBTQ+ students and the broader community at Brigham Young University. Fred Bowers “pointed to the speech as one of many recent examples of how the faith has made LGBTQ+ members feel isolated,” in interview with the Associated Press. More »

Joel McDonald

Since becoming a household name in 2008, we've watched David Archuleta share his talents, his faith, and his journey to acceptance and affirmation as a queer man. His new song, "Hell Together," is him sharing part of that journey, inspired by his mom's reaction to him coming out and then leaving the Church. No doubt, this music will aid many in seeking understanding, healing, and authenticity. More »

Affirmation

Affirmation joins the international community in celebrating Transgender Day of Visibility. Since 2009, this has been a day to recognize, celebrate, and amplify transgender individuals within the LGBTQ+ community. It is also a day where we rededicate ourselves to growing in our awareness and understanding of issues impacting the transgender community and advocating for equality and protection under the law. More »

Alejandro Alcántara Carbajal

International Women’s Day is an occasion to reflect on the progress made, but also to recognize the persistent inequalities faced by women around the world. Within this diversity of experiences,… More »