USGA

I am the President Emeritus in charge of a club called USGA (Understanding Same-Gender Attraction).  It is part of a community on BYU campus of LGBTQ/SSA (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/ Same Sex Attracted) Mormons.  We're unique, and we find ourselves in a position never before faced.  Not quite accepted in the LDS community, or the gay one.  Together we are trying to better understand ourselves, each other, our relationship with God, and the situation we all face as a community.  USGA is a safe place for people who are looking for a place to belong and feel accepted and loved for exactly who you are.  We meet every Thursday at 7 pm in room 306 of the J. Reuben Clark building on BYU campus, or there about (unless otherwise notified).  This page will change sometimes, so keep coming back.  To become a part of our community online you can visit our Facebook page.

Our Mission Statement:
USGA is an unofficial group of Brigham Young University students, faculty, and friends, who wish to strengthen families and the BYU community by providing a place for open, respectful discussions on the topic of same-gender attraction.  USGA is a safe place for all, not an appropriate forum for angry, vulgar, or profane remarks of any kind, nor for expressions of antagonism against any person or organization.  In order to foster an environment of respect and understanding, we ask all participants to be mindful of USGA's political neutrality, and we also ask all participants to be respectful of BYU, the LDS Church, and the beliefs and experiences of others.  In addition, we support BYU students in upholding the Honor Code and invite guests to do so as well while in attendance of USGA events.

Our message to you:



Other resources:
Family Acceptance Project -The Family Acceptance Project™ is the only community research, intervention, education and policy initiative that works to decrease major health and related risks for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) youth, such as suicide, substance abuse, HIV and homelessness – in the context of their families.

• They have a version of their publications geared toward the LDS community.  It is free to download and read from their website. 

Mormons and Gays - mormonsandgays.org is an official website of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.  It is focused on the everlasting principles of love and hope.