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 41st 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 2025 Conference at the JW Marriott in Washington, DC, from December 4 to December 6.
Registration is now open. For more information about the International LGBTQ+ Leaders Conference, please contact Sarah Pope at sarah.pope@victoryinstitute.org.
Conference Highlights
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President Joe Biden to attend Conference, will receive Chris Abele Impact Award
The 46th President of the United States will deliver remarks at conference recognizing his historically LGBTQ+ inclusive administration.
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Take a look at scenes from 2024!
"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.”
You want to be with us in December.
There is no other conference like the International LGBTQ+ Leaders Conference. Join LGBTQ+ Victory Institute and 700 of your closest friends and most trusted colleagues for unforgettable learning, networking and joy.
Powerful Panels
Hear from some of our most prominent political leaders and changemakers on topics from healthcare to AI and more.
Connection & Community
Meet new people and build your networks at the largest gathering of LGBTQ+ elected officials worldwide.
Inspirational Moments
Celebrate our achievements and collective power among more than 700+ local, state and elected officials.
Unique Opportunities
Learn from fellow public servants and community leaders and unite with colleagues from the Americas, Europe, Asia and Africa.
Wonderful Workshops
Share best practices and build strategies in various breakout workshops designed to help leaders thrive.
Joyful Celebrations
Join us as we induct new leaders into the LGBTQ+ Political Hall of Fame and award rising stars with the Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award.
Explore Conference Sessions
Plenary panels and workshops will showcase some our biggest LGBTQ+ elected changemakers, trailblazers and rising stars.
Hotel Information
The host hotel is the JW Marriott in DC. Learn more here.
Note: The hotel booking window has closed.
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Polish Lawmaker Robert Biedroń Honored With 2025 Global Trailblazer Award
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.