What we do...

What We Do

• - Publish a quarterly newsletter (free to members)
• - Publish the quarterly Journal of Gay and Lesbian Mental Health, the official journal of AGLP, and provide a free subscription for all full, associate, early career, and medical student members;
• - Conduct a full schedule of seminars and discussion groups concurrent with the annual meeting of the American Psychiatric Association (APA);
• - Sponsor several awards honoring the accomplishments of people and organizations that contribute to the well-being of the LGBTQ community;
• - Sponsor social gatherings and a hospitality suite at the annual meeting of the APA and other psychiatric meetings;
• - Work within the APA to influence policies relevant to the lesbian and gay community;
• - Collaborate with other organizations of gay and lesbian physicians and mental health professionals;
• - Provide referral services for lesbian and gay patients;
• - Assist medical students and residents in their professional development;
• - Encourage and facilitate the presentation of programs and publications relevant to gay and lesbian concerns at professional meetings; and
• - Serve as liaison with other minority and advocacy groups within the psychiatric community.

Mission and Vision Statement

Mission Statement
We are a community of psychiatrists that educates and advocates on LGBTQ+ mental health issues.

Our goals are to:

• Foster a fuller understanding of LGBT mental health issues;

• Research and advocate for the best mental health care for the LGBT community;

• Develop resources to promote LGBT mental health;

• Create a welcoming, safe, nurturing, and accepting environment for members; and

• Provide valuable and accessible services to our members.

Our Vision: AGLP Strives to be a community for the personal and professional growth of all LGBTQ+ Psychiatrists, and to be the recognized expert on LGBTQ+ mental health issues.

AGLP Annual Report

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