Get Involved

"SOGIE CON" logo, with a rainbow-colored ring in place of the "O" and the words "True Colors" inside the ring.

SOGIEcon happens because of people like you.

March 19-20, 2027

SOGIEcon is possible because a community of amazing, smart, dedicated people come together to create this space. Behind every workshop, every performance, every moment of connection is a network of hundreds of people: professionals, educators, artists, students, and community members. All who show up because they believe LGBTQIA+ youth deserve a day like this and because days like this can save lives for young people who need connection, community, and affirmation.

There are many ways to be part of SOGIEcon 2027. Whether you have expertise to share, time to give, a workshop to lead, or a cause to fund. There is a place for you in this community.

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SOGIEcon 2027 marks 30 years of impact. Be part of this milestone.

Ways to Get Involved

Share your knowledge, your story, or your practice with an audience that is hungry for it. SOGIEcon welcomes workshop proposals from youth, professionals, educators, artists, advocates, and community members on any topic relevant to LGBTQIA+ young people and those who support them.

[Learn more about presenting →]

SOGIEcon is powered by more than 100 volunteers who give their time, energy, and care to make the conference run. From registration to room monitoring to set-up and tear-down, volunteers are the backbone of this event. No special qualifications required, just a commitment to showing up for LGBTQIA+ youth.

[Learn more about volunteering →]

  • Every dollar donated to SOGIEcon goes directly toward making the conference accessible to more young people. Scholarship support, transportation assistance, and reduced-cost registration all depend on the generosity of donors who believe this experience should be available to every LGBTQIA+ youth, regardless of financial circumstances.
  • [Make a donation →]

Organizations that sponsor or exhibit at SOGIEcon become visible partners in a mission-driven community. Sponsorships start at $75 and scale up to presenting-level partnerships. Exhibitor tables are available for nonprofits, service providers, and queer-owned businesses.

[See sponsorship options →]

Questions about getting involved? Contact us at [EMAIL TBD] and someone from the SOGIEcon team will be in touch.

“Thank you for giving me the chance to be a part of this again.  Children From The Shadows and True Colors have played a big part in my life and I have always been so proud to have had a history with the conference.    I told myself I was only going to be a part of the relaunch and then step back because I didn’t really know how well I could make it all work in my life. However, like always, the conference was a powerful event and I Jackie and I made a good team, so I think we can take what we learned this year and keep improving. “