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Tickets and Sponsorships Now Available for 2017 Equality Breakfast

April 19, 2017

We’re excited to let you know that we’ll be hosting our almost-annual Equality Breakfast on June 17, 2017! The breakfast will take place before the Democratic Party of Virginia’s Central Committee meeting. As you probably know, this is the same weekend as the DPVA’s Jefferson Jackson Dinner, so we expect tickets to the breakfast to go fast! Our last breakfast sold out quickly. Don’t miss out, get your tickets today.

New Responsibilities and Fresh Faces on LGBT Democrats of Virginia Board

March 16, 2017

LGBT Democrats of Virginia elect officers to the organization’s board in March of odd-numbered years. Participation in the election is open to any person with an active membership on January 1st. This year, thirteen board members were either re-elected or elected. One Board member was elected to a new position. There is one new addition to the Board.

LGBT Democrats of Virginia are you ready?

March 13, 2017

We need to bring real change to all levels of government across the country if we are going to fight back against the agenda of President Trump and his minions. We need strong Democrats at every level that will fight for a truly diverse society where all are equal and treated with respect. LGBT Democrats of Virginia is committed to electing Democrats!

To do all we can, we are working with the Democratic Party of Virginia and the Democratic National Committee to help elect Democrats in two special elections being held April 18th. We want to spread the word about these two big special elections and want to ask you to get involved today to help both of these great candidates.

Volunteers Needed for DPVA Booth at State Fair

September 17, 2016

We’re using SignUp.com to organize our upcoming shifts for volunteering at the DPVA booth at the State Fair of Virginia. Don’t forget everyone that volunteers gets a free ticket to enter the fair. Plan your day so that you will have time to take in the sounds, food, and events at the State Fair either before or after your shift.

Video: 2015 LGBT Democrats of Virginia Equality Breakfast

September 4, 2016

The LGBT Democrats of Virginia hosted their annual Equality Breakfast on December 5th, 2015 in Richmond, VA. The guest speaker for the event was Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe. Master of Ceremonies was Virginia State Senator Donald McEachin. Special guests included Virginia Secretary of the Commonwealth Levar Stoney and Gavin Grimm.

This Election Matters, But So Do All Elections!

August 3, 2016

I read an opinion piece yesterday and I agree with one point but not with all… Local elections do matter, but Presidential elections aren’t futile. We must get involved, educate ourselves, and vote in every election if we want a better county, city, state, and country!

The Convention Is Over – Now We Go To WORK!

August 3, 2016

We must help get Hillary Clinton and Tim Kaine to victory in November! To volunteer for the Clinton/Kaine campaign in your area go to http://hillaryclinton.com/va.

Orlando

June 25, 2016

The only way I know to honor those killed and injured in Orlando is to make sure that we elect Democrats.

Joint Statement from LGBT Democrats of Virginia and DLOV on Week After Orlando Attack

June 19, 2016

We stand together because we are stronger together. DLOV, the LGBT Democrats, and our allies will work every day to amplify issues that afflict our nation’s most vulnerable citizens, and in November, we will elect public officials who will work to further our vision for the future.

Tiffany Joslyn – In Memoriam

March 9, 2016

Loss of anyone is difficult. Loss of a young, passionate, activist is devastating.

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