The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) Office was launched in July 2003 as the LGBT Initiative in order to establish a physical presence for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals at UMKC.
A break-through project of the UMKC Diversity in Action Plan (Project 6), the mission of the LGBT Office is to celebrate and honor the culture, history and accomplishments of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people.
The LGBT Advisory Board provides valuable guidance and direction to the LGBT Office.
UMKC is one of 90+ universities in the United States with a professionally staffed LGBT office or center.
Today the office has grown to include QIA (Queer, Questioning, Intersex and Ally) in our name. Most often the office will be noted as LGBTQIA Resource Center. While it may seem cumbersome at first, the addition of QIA will allow us to be more inclusive in achieving our mission.
- Lounge space for relaxation between classes, a place for lively discussion, a round of board games, or just a safe and inviting place to hang out
- Computers are available for student use, and a wireless network ensures that your laptop is always connected
- A large selection of books and magazines are available to read or check out
- A wide selection of educational and social events are offered every semester, most free of charge
- Safe Space training programs for University departments and organizations are conducted every semester and by request
- Extensive campus and community resources and information
For additional information about any of our programs and services, please contact David Greene, Coordinator of the LGBT Resource Center, at 816 235-1639 or greenedl@umkc.edu
In the world today there are so many people telling you who to be, who to love and how to act. In the LGBT Resource Center we have two words for you...
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