Improving the lives of LGBTQ Iowans.

Iowa
Our existence isn't up for debate. Our joy isn't either.
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Last week, the One Iowa board and staff gathered for our annual retreat, brainstorming ways to enhance our support for the organization and continue our work to uplift the LGBTQ+ community here in Iowa!
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We are extending the deadline for session proposals for our LGBTQ+ Health and Wellness Conference to Monday, August 24th! This extension gives providers and healthcare professionals additional time to submit their session proposals. Visit our page here: oneiowa.org/our-work/healtha….
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Happy 34/35 years to my beloved! Thank you to @OneIowa for your dedication which allow us to exchange Files again at faith United Church of Christ Iowa city in 2009
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Registration for the LGBTQ+ Health and Wellness Conference is LIVE! This hybrid event will be held virtually and at the Des Moines University Campus. Learn more about the event and sponsorship opportunities at onecau.se/healthandwellness.
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Paid research opportunity for Trans folks! Learn more and apply below ⬇️
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At the One Iowa Gala, we were honored to recognize the advocates and allies making a difference in our community. Watch the full awardee video played at the event here ⬇️ Video by Jacob Meade. piped.video/watch?v=oG352pIQ…
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EXTRA! EXTRA! READ ALL ABOUT IT! Join us for the 17th Annual One Iowa Gala: A History in Headlines on Friday, June 26th! Come be part of the story. Get your tickets today at onecau.se/oneiowagala2026. (Image by The Red Door Press)
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Max and Lindsey traveled to Minneapolis this past weekend to proudly accept the Transcend Fund Moxie Award from the PFund Foundation, which celebrates organizations serving the transgender community!
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Join us for the Fourth Annual LGBTQ+ Free Legal Clinic on March 28th at 10am in Des Moines. Register to reserve a spot at bit.ly/4rY9xs0.
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A sad day in Iowa. The law prevents cities and counties from having civil rights protections that go beyond the categories identified in the state code. apnews.com/article/iowa-civi…
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Our hearts are with trans Kansans. Visit eqfed.org/kansas for our full joint statement and to find Kansas-based organizations to support.
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One year ago, thousands of LGBTQ+ advocates gathered at the Capitol to oppose Iowa legislators' efforts to pass a law that would remove gender identity protections from the Iowa Civil Rights Act. A short documentary captured that historic day: piped.video/watch?v=ZC8ipc7R…
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Video by local videographer Jacob Meade.
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An incredible story highlighting how the removal of gender identity from the Iowa Civil Rights Act has brought certain folks and communities together, even as it has sadly compelled others to leave the state in search of acceptance and support. iowapublicradio.org/ipr-news…
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We're just ONE WEEK away from the LGBTQ+ Day on the Hill! If you want to join us for our pre-rally training, register by this Wednesday, February 18th! Learn more and sign up at oneiowa.org/doth2026.
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Registration for our LGBTQ+ Day on the Hill on Monday, February 23rd, is LIVE! Whether you’re a seasoned advocate or brand new to activism, this day is for anyone ready to make a difference. Sign up here: oneiowa.org/event/doth2026.
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