lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, & queer (LGBTQ) Issues Roundtable

Chair:
Benny Bauer

Proposed Goals and Objectives:
The LGBTQ Issues Roundtable exists to:

Facilitate the sharing of news related to LGBTQ individuals in the archival professions.
Improve and promote the development, access, and visibility of collections related to LGBTQ history and issues.
Discuss the relationship between the LGBTQ community and community and/or institutional archives.
Increase visibility and advocate for LGBTQ membership and allies within NEA.
Provide the opportunity for members to discuss issues of sex and gender identity and expression within the workplace.
Provide resources and community support for LGBTQ individuals within the profession.

Preliminary methods by which these activities will be carried out include:

Development of a website and/or blog space for members to share resources, news stories, professional opportunities.
Establishment of an email listserv for planning and discussion.
Establishment of a virtual reading/discussion group.
Bi-annual meet-ups of the roundtable at NEA meetings.
Additional meet-ups, as desired and planned by the membership, to socialize, hear guest speakers, or discuss a topic.

Join:
The roundtable will be open to all members of NEA regardless of self-identification. To get involved, contact Benny Bauer.