10 05 17 Network Call
10 05 17 Network Call
10 05 17 Network Call
October 5, 2017
Agenda
LGBT HHS Network background
Introductions
Federal Policy Update
Overview of LCAP Process
State Policy Updates
Announcements
Questions
Statewide coalition working collectively to advocate for state level policies and
resources that will advance LGBT health.
Over 60 organizations participate: community centers, clinics, researchers, advocates
Provide coordinated leadership about LGBT health policy in a proactive, responsive
manner that promotes health and wellness as part of the movement for LGBT equality.
The Network seeks to:
Engage LGBTQ organizations in state-level policy decisions
Advocate for policies advancing the health of LGBT communities
Expand coverage and improve access to quality health care
Strengthen programs and build capacity for member organizations
Increase funding to LGBT health and human services organizations
Raise awareness among state policymakers about the needs of LGBTQ communities
Introductions
Name
Organization
Geographic Service Area
Primary Programs/Services
Federal Policy Updates
Graham-Cassidy bill stalls in the Senate
Resources:
California
Department of Education
http://www.cde.ca.gov/re/lc/
FAQs
http://www.cde.ca.gov/fg/aa/lc/lcfffaq.asp#LCAP
State Priorities
http://www.cde.ca.gov/fg/aa/lc/statepriorityresource
s.asp
State Policy Updates
The Legislative Session ended September 15. Governor
Brown has until October 15 to sign or veto bills.
Instructional Quality Commission voted on
recommendations for textbooks, including LGBTQ history.
MHSOAC closed comments on its Prevention and Early
Intervention Regulations, and Innovation Program
Regulations, which includes new requirements to collect
sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) data.
You can visit our website for more information about bills
that the Network is tracking, and how you can send a
letter of support to the governor, visit our website at:
http://www.californialgbthealth.org/legislation.html
Announcements
Questions?
Contact Information
Mandy Taylor, MSW
Outreach and Advocacy Coordinator
[email protected]
www.californialgbthealth.org