Affirming communities of safety, love, and hope that promote understanding, acceptance, and self-determination of LGBTQIA+ individuals.
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Affirmation Statement on the Transition of Church Presidency
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. While we do not speak for the Church, we affirm the dignity, worth, and self-determination of LGBTQIA+ individuals regardless of…
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LGBTQIA+ Support at General Conference Time
Dear LGBTQIA+ Mormons, Families, and Friends: We acknowledge that the General Conference can evoke strong emotions for many in our community. If you are struggling, please know you are not alone. We encourage everyone to be attentive to one another and to reach out in support and care. Affirmation exists to provide connection, processing, and healing in the ways our people most need. What resources are available? Affirmation has chapters and contacts in many places,…
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Special Opportunity: Apply Now for Affirmation Vice President
Deadline to Apply: October 15, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. MST Affirmation: LGBTQ Mormons, Families & Friends is now accepting applications for the position of Vice President on our Executive Committee. This leadership role is a unique opportunity to help guide the vision and direction of our global community. The Vice President is appointed by the President and confirmed by the Board of Directors, as outlined in our bylaws. Why Apply? Shape the future of Affirmation…
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Juneteenth and LGBTQ+ Belonging: Honoring Freedom, Reclaiming Identity
✊ Juneteenth: Honoring Freedom, Reclaiming Belonging Today, we honor Juneteenth—a celebration of liberation that marks the end of slavery in the United States. On June 19, 1865, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation, freedom finally reached enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas. That day became a symbol of delayed justice, enduring strength, and collective hope. For Black LGBTQ+ people, Juneteenth is not just about freedom from physical bondage—it’s about freedom to live fully…
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Introducing Affirmation’s Pride Emblem: A Bold Symbol of Belonging, History & LGBTQ+ Hope
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 story, every identity, and every journey in our global family. A Logo That Speaks Across Generations Each generation in our…
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Our Mission
Affirmation creates worldwide communities of safety, love, and hope and promotes understanding, acceptance, and self-determination of individuals of diverse sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions. We affirm the inherent self-worth of LGBTQIA+ individuals as complete, equal, and valuable persons and support them as they define their individual spirituality and intersection with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.