700+ LGBTQ+ leaders united for Victory. Be a part of the movement.
Join hundreds of LGBTQ+ elected officials, leaders and advocates from across the world for the 42nd Annual International LGBTQ+ Leaders Conference in Washington, DC. The conference includes three days of networking and skills building as we strategize the year ahead in our movement for equality.
LGBTQ+ Victory Institute will once again host the 2026 Conference at the JW Marriott in Washington, DC, from December 3 to December 5.
Registration is now open. For more information about the International LGBTQ+ Leaders Conference, please contact Sarah Pope at sarah.pope@victoryinstitute.org.
Previous Conference Highlights
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President Joe Biden received the Chris Abele Impact Award in 2025
The 46th President of the United States delivered remarks at our 2025 conference recognizing his historically LGBTQ+ inclusive administration.
Take a look at scenes from 2025!
Take a look at scenes from 2025!
"Coming together as LGBTQ+ political leaders now is not just necessary, its absolutely critical for the forward progress of our movement. We need each of our LGBTQ+ elected officials and policy makers to unite in Washington, DC for this pivotal moment in the fight for equality, freedom and civil rights."
“Very encouraging to see and be around other LGBTQ+ people doing this work. It helped me form a more realistic and achievable approach to getting involved in politics.”
Hotel Information
Take advantage of our discounted hotel room block at the JW Marriott. Book soon, as space is limited!
Conference Schedule
Plenary panels and workshops will showcase some our biggest LGBTQ+ elected changemakers, trailblazers and rising stars.
Scholarship Rate
We are offering a limited amount of $50 conference scholarship rate. To apply, please email izzy.thissell@victoryinstitute.org
Conference Sponsorships
Our International LGBTQ+ Leaders Conference is a unique three-day experience that brings together more than 600 LGBTQ+ elected officials and leaders from across the United States and world. U.S. senators, state legislators, city council members and other leaders join our corporate partners in strategizing how to move forward equality legislation and other public policies that affect all our communities. The networking, skills-building and policy conversations these LGBTQ+ leaders participate in have a profound effect on where our movement directs its energy next – and that is why our partners find the conference invaluable.
For information on sponsorship opportunities, contact leadership@victoryinstitute.org.
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