Roni Jo Draper, 2022 Affirmation International Conference

October 24, 2022 |

Roni Jo Draper, Ph.D. (Yurok|she.her) is a storyteller, educator, filmmaker, and activist. In her recent work she has turned to Indigenous storytelling and other art forms to share stories that center the lives of Indigenous peoples.

Michael Todd, 2022 Affirmation International Conference

October 24, 2022 |

Describing himself as a “gay country guy,” Michael Todd’s journey to self-acceptance led him to return to his roots. Today, he is a country music singer and songwriter based out of Salt Lake City who is on his way to Nashville, the music capital of the world.

Supporting LGBTQ+ Teens, 2022 Affirmation International Conference

October 24, 2022 |

LGBTQ+ teens raised in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints face unique challenges, as do those who love and support them. Over the past two years, researchers at Utah State University have conducted interviews with 38 LGBTQ+ teens and their parents as well as with 25 LGBTQ+ Latter-day Saints about ways to best support LGBTQ+ teens.

Ministering to LGBTQ+ Members, 2022 Affirmation International Conference (Spanish Only)

October 24, 2022 |

Panel discussion on how church leaders within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints can better minister to LGBTQ+ members. This session was a part of the 2022 Affirmation International Conference at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, on October 8th.

Friday Plenary, 2022 Affirmation International Conference

October 15, 2022 |

The complete Friday plenary of the 2022 Affirmation International Conference on Friday, October 7th, 2022, at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.

It’s Not Too Late to Register for the Affirmation International Conference

September 25, 2022 |

It’s not too late to register to attend what is sure to be a fun and affirming experience for all along the spectrums of sexual orientation, gender identity, belief, and relationship with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

My Personal Invitation for You to Attend International Conference this Year

August 12, 2022 |

With the Affirmation International Conference being just 9 weeks away, I want to share with you what these conferences have meant to me and invite you to attend this year.

2022 International Conference Theme and Logo Contest

April 28, 2022 |

We’re pleased to announce the theme for our 2022 Affirmation International Conference: Rooted in Love. Graphic designers are invited to participate in a conference logo design contest. Design submissions are due by May 15th.

Dates and Location of the 2022 Affirmation International Conference

March 24, 2022 |

We are excited to once again embrace LGBTQIA+ current and former Latter-day Saints from around the world at the 2022 Affirmation International Conference. After two years of being virtual, we are returning in person to the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, UT, October 7-9.