Caucus Policy Priorities 2022 For the 2022 APHA Policy cycle, the LGBTQ Health Caucus has submitted one policy for consideration at the Annual Meeting. 1. Ending the Practice of Conversion Therapy among the LGBTQIA+ Populations 2021 For the 2021 APHA Policy cycle the LGBTQ Health Caucus has submitted two policies for consideration at the Annual Meeting. They have both completed the first round of reviews, and will moving forward. 1. Sexual and Gender Minority Demographic Data: Inclusion in Medical Records, National Surveys, and Public Health Research. 2017 APHA accepted a all gender inclusive restroom policy for all annual meetings, starting in 2017. All gender restrooms will be available at specified locations during the Annual Meeting, and will be clearly marked, and included in the annual meeting program and conference app. Caucus Policy Proposal 2016 Policy Statement Promoting Transgender and Gender Minority Health through Inclusive Policies and Practices Policy Statement Number:20169 Caucus Policy Proposal 2014 Policy Statement Reduction of Bullying to Address Health Disparities Among LGBT Youth Policy Statement Number:20142 Caucus Policy Proposal |
About the CaucusSince its founding in 1975, the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ) Health Caucus has been an association of public health professionals committed to furthering LGBTQ issues within the American Public Health Association (APHA) and the field of public health at large. For more information about the LGBTQ Health Caucus, please see our Frequently Asked Questions. |