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As we move into November, GLASS remains focused on supporting our members. Below you will find resources for navigating the shutdown, professional development opportunities, and key dates for upcoming events in November and beyond. 👇
Board Office Hours
Instead of our usual all-member meeting, the GLASS Board will hold open office hours at the Dirksen cafeteria on Thursday, November 6 for members to stop by, share ideas, and chat with Board members.
GLASS members will receive a calendar invite with the exact time and details on where exactly to meet. Not a member? Sign up here: 2025 Membership Form.
Fall into Community Remote Work and Happy Hour
Join GLASS and the LGBT Congressional Staff Association for a fall remote-work session and happy hour to unwind, connect, and catch up with colleagues.
📅 Date: Thursday, November 13
🕒 Time: 2:00 – 5:00pm Remote Work in Community | 5:00-7:00pm Community Happy Hour
📍 Location: Washington, D.C. (location shared upon registration)
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Please contact Natalie Adams-Menendez at [email protected] or Lalah C. Williams in Senator Fetterman’s office at [email protected] with any questions or concerns.
Pride on the Hill Awards
The Pride on the Hill Awards celebrates the excellence, leadership, and impact of LGBTQ+ Congressional staff and allies working to make Capitol Hill a more equitable and inclusive place.
📅 Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
📍 Location: TBD
Submit your nominations by Thursday, December 4, 2025. Self-nominations are welcome.
This Month in the Community
GLASS is proud to collaborate with organizations across the Hill that share our commitment to building a safe, affirming, and inclusive community. Below are a few upcoming opportunities open to GLASS members.
Q Street’s Professional Development Series
In response to the unprecedented workforce changes in the federal government this year, Q Street is proud to partner with The Method Coach to launch the Professional Development Series: Career Navigation. Tailored specifically for LGBTQ+ policy professionals, this four-part, in-person workshop series is designed for anyone looking to make a strategic career transition, whether within the government ecosystem or into the private, nonprofit, or consulting sectors.
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All sessions will be from 6:30-8:00 PM and located at 101 Constitution Ave NW, Suite 400 West, Washington, DC 20001. You are encouraged to RSVP for all sessions or whichever best fit your professional needs.
RSVP Links:
RSVP for October 6 - Part One: Career Vision + Cover Letter | Clarify your professional goals and learn how to write a cover letter that reflects your value and voice. [REGISTRATION CLOSED]
RSVP for October 20 - Part Two: Reinvent Your Resume | Learn how to restructure your resume to transition sectors, highlight core strengths, and get noticed. [REGISTRATION CLOSED]
RSVP for November 3 - Part Three: Interview Prep | Practice responses to real-world questions, get live coaching, and sharpen your delivery in a high-energy, mock-interview format.
RSVP for November 17 - Part Four: Job Search Strategies | Learn how to build and activate your network, write effective outreach messages, and create momentum in your search.
LGBTQ+ Candidate & Campaign 101 Training
Curious about what it means to run for office as an LGBTQ+ person? Join the LGBTQ+ Victory Institute for a FREE one-day Candidate & Campaign 101 Training to cover the basics of campaigning, messaging, fundraising, and so much more. LGBTQ+ Victory Institute is the only national organization to exclusively provide trainings for LGBTQ+ folks looking to run for public office and we want YOU to join us for a one-day program to engage, inform, and excite our community to increase LGBTQ+ representation on the ballot.
📅 Date and Time: Wednesday, December 4, 2025 | 10:00am – 3:00pm
📍 Location: Washington, D.C. (location shared upon registration)
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You do not need to be a conference attendee to register for this free program. For more information or any questions, please email [email protected].
Stay Connected!
🏳️🌈 Interested in becoming a GLASS member? Fill out the 2025 Membership Form.
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