News from Affirmation

New EC and Board Members

New Affirmation Executive Committee and Board Members

January 3, 2021 |

A new executive committee and four new board members began their service on January 1st. Learn more about these leaders and how they serve in Affirmation.

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Nathan Kitchen Reelected as President of Affirmation

November 15, 2020 |

Nathan Kitchen has been elected to a second two-year term as president of Affirmation, with Jairo Fernando González Díaz and Rebecca Solen named as his choices for senior vice president and vice president, respectively.

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Nathan Kitchen Seeks Reelection as Affirmation President, Nominates Vice Presidents

September 21, 2020 |

Nathan Kitchen, current president of Affirmation elected in 2018, was the only candidate to submit a statement by the September 11 deadline. He has nominated current Affirmation Vice President Jairo Fernando González Díaz to become senior vice president and Rebecca Solen as vice president.

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New and Returning Regional Leaders in the Affirmation United States and Canada Area

September 6, 2020 |

In the United States and Canada, these leaders oversee five geographical regions, connecting people as well as providing support for local chapter needs and growth.

Affirmation: LGBT Mormons, Families & Friends

2020 Call for Candidates & Presidential Election Plan

August 12, 2020 |

With this year’s Affirmation International Conference rapidly approaching, it is time for Affirmation members seeking to be candidates in this year’s Affirmation presidential election to declare their candidacy.

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Affirmation Membership Approves New Mission and Vision

August 7, 2020 |

From July 8th to July 22nd, members of Affirmation had the opportunity to review these recommendations and vote on whether to make the changes to Affirmation’s Charter & Bylaws. Over 98% voted to approve.

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Celebrate Pride by committing to equality, justice, and liberation

June 3, 2020 |

Here at the start of Pride Month, we are reminded that horrific injustice still exists today and that such injustice is rooted in racism. We invite the Affirmation community to celebrate Pride this month by joining us in committing to equality, justice, and liberation.

Evening of Affirmation: Stronger Community

Video: An Evening of Affirmation: Stronger Community

April 30, 2020 |

On May 5, 2020, Affirmation’s president, senior vice president, vice president, and director of operations hosted a live discussion about Affirmation as a nonprofit organization supporting the LGBTQIA+ Mormon community, how we’re staying connected in this time of COVID-19, and much more.

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Ensuring a safe and healthy community – Affirmation and COVID-19

March 17, 2020 |

In times like these, community is so important. We know that there may be many in our community feeling anxious and isolated right now. We are blessed to be living in a time where we can continue to connect with others through various technological channels and that includes connecting with the Affirmation Community.