As we wrap up 2025, we’re grateful for your dedication to LGBTQ data and research. Because of you, the Williams Institute can continue producing rigorous, independent research that informs law and policy. 

As a thank-you, we’re pleased to share our annual Data in Review, which highlights LGBTQ news and key findings from our 2025 research.

Wishing you all the best in the year ahead!

Executive Director

The Williams Institute is seeking an Executive Director to help guide our next chapter. Candidates should have a passion for rigorous research on sexual orientation and gender identity law and public policy, a strong appreciation for the Institute’s voice and values, and deep understanding of the policy issues facing LGBTQ communities. Ideal candidates will hold a J.D. or social science Ph.D., bring senior leadership experience, and have a proven record of innovation and collaboration across a broad range of partners and audiences. This position will be based in Los Angeles.

Deadline to apply: January 2, 2026

Daniel H. Renberg Policy Fellow

We are looking for a law fellow to engage in cutting-edge and high-quality research and analysis related to sexual orientation and gender identity law and public policy. The fellow will conduct legal and multidisciplinary research on the discrimination facing LGBTQ people, LGBTQ health, LGBTQ families, and the criminal justice system, among other topics. The position will be for a two-year term and will be based in Los Angeles, California.

Deadline to apply: January 17, 2026

On January 15, 2026, law and policy scholars will discuss West Virginia v. B.P.J. and Little v. Hecox, two Supreme Court cases about trans girls and women in school sports. This session is approved for one hour of MCLE credit.

Join us in Los Angeles for our annual Jazz Brunch on February 8 from noon to 2 PM PT. Hosted by James Frost with co-host Peter J. Cooper, the afternoon will feature jazz music, delicious food, cocktails, and a celebration of rigorous research on LGBTQ law and policy.

The Williams Institute at UCLA School of Law is an academic research institute dedicated to conducting rigorous, independent research on sexual orientation and gender identity law and public policy.