[link removed] [[link removed]]
Welcome to OutPower , a monthly update on the impact of LGBTQ leaders from the U.S. and around the world. You'll also get an update on all of Victory Institute's programs, conferences, trainings and more. We like to keep busy.
Know someone looking for more info on Victory Institute or thinking about running for office? Forward this newsletter to them. [[link removed]]
(PRO-EQUALITY) PARTY IN THE U.S.A.
A very happy National Hispanic Heritage Month to you! Celebrate by learning more about our 76 openly LGBTQ Latinx elected officials [[link removed]] .
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin introduced legislation yesterday to end foreign interference in American elections [[link removed]] . Wonder what that’s about!
The recall efforts against Oregon Governor Kate Brown have officially failed [[link removed]] . Luckily the Governor continued working undeterred, working to address health care costs [[link removed]] and improve the state’s underserved mental health treatment systems [[link removed]] .
Colorado Governor Jared Polis correctly pointed out that despite Trump’s insistence, Colorado does not actually share a border with Mexico [[link removed]] .
We love this type of story: after volunteering for U.S. Congresswoman Sharice Davids’ campaign, five Kansas City residents were inspired to run for office. Read their stories here. [[link removed]]
P.S. Want to see Congresswoman Davids in person? She’s speaking at the 2019 International LGBTQ Leaders Conference this November 13-16. Grab your ticket today! [[link removed]]
U.S. Congressman Chris Pappas is receiving praise for his legislative efforts [[link removed]] to lower prescription drug prices.
Not a decision to make lightly: U.S. Congresswoman Angie Craig on her decision to pursue impeachment proceedings [[link removed]] .
Climate change is coming for Cape Cod – and State Senator Julian Cyr is doing everything he can to save one of America’s most iconic shores [[link removed]] .
Victory Institute celebrated Ohio’s legacy of LGBTQ leadership at Recognizing Our Own: Columbus this month, honoring Ohio’s historic firsts like State Senator Nickie Antonio, Columbus City Councilmember Mary Jo Hudson, City Council President Shannon Hardin and City Auditor Megan Kilgore! [[link removed]]
Though just elected this year, Councilman Antonio Brown is already hard at work, spearheading an advisory board to address urban blight in Atlanta. [[link removed]]
Guam’s Lieutenant Governor Joshua Tenorio isn’t ok with the Trump Administration’s attacks on LGBTQ servicemembers, and he’s making sure the Administration knows [[link removed]] .
Have you purchased your ticket for the 2019 LGBTQ International Leaders Conference – November 13 - 16? There’s still time to register! [[link removed]]
[link removed] [[link removed]]
THE NEXT GENERATION
Our Domestic Programs team successfully executed their fourth and final Candidate & Campaign Training of the year in New York this month! They trained 49 more LGBTQ leaders - 63% of which are seriously considering running for public office and 49% of which are people of color! Victory Institute has now trained over 169 LGBTQ leaders to run for office in 2019.
CONFERENCE IS COMING!
In case you missed it: Congratulations to North Carolina Representative Deb Butler and former Peru Congressman Alberto de Belaunde on their joint win of the Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award!
[link removed] [[link removed]]
The Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award is given annually to an up-and-coming state or local LGBTQ elected official whose promising political career will move equality forward. Want to watch LIVE as Deb and Alberto receive this prestigious award? Register today. [[link removed]]
VICTORY AROUND THE WORLD
Victory Institute’s International Team traveled to Recife, Brazil for Ocupa Política – a gathering of progressive organizations, activist groups and more seeking to transform national outrage into political participation. Victory Institute organized a panel with state legislator Robeyonce De Lima , the first trans woman elected in Brazil’s northeastern Pernambuco state. Read the full update on the event here! [[link removed]]
LGBTQ Victory Institute and Diversidad Dominicana have opened registration for the School of LGBTI Political Leadership in the Dominican Republic! The third module will be in Santo Domingo and will consist of three sessions. Registration is open until November 30. Learn more and register here! [[link removed]]
COMING SOON TO A STATE NEAR YOU
Our Domestic Programs Team just wrapped up another phenomenal Leadership Summit in Omaha, Nebraska. A big thank you to State Senator Megan Hunt, Lincoln Councilmember James Michael Bowers, Omaha School Board Member Marque Snow and Ralston School Board Member Jay Irwin for their time and sound advice on how to run for office as an openly LGBTQ public official.
Omaha Group Shot [[link removed]]
Interested in attending one of our 2020 programs? Applications for our Candidate and Campaign Trainings [[link removed]] , Victory Congressional Internships [[link removed]] and Victory Empowerment Fellowship [[link removed]] are launching November 1!
[link removed] [[link removed]]
LGBTQ Victory Institute is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Contributions or gifts to LGBTQ Victory Institute are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
Victory Institute is only national organization dedicated to elevating openly LGBTQ leaders who can further equality at all levels of government. Through our training and professional development programs, each year Victory Institute assists hundreds of individuals who go on to influential careers in politics, government, business and advocacy. Many of our trainees join the more than 1,000 openly LGBTQ elected and appointed officials now serving around the world.
This email was sent to [email protected].
Don't unsubscribe just yet - you can change how many & what type of emails you receive by updating your account here [[link removed]] . Unsubscribing will remove you from ALL Victory Institute email contact. If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive ANY email from us, please unsubscribe: [link removed] .
LGBTQ Victory Institute
1225 I (Eye) Street NW, Suite 525
Washingon, DC xxxxxx
United States