Policy & Advocacy
APA's policy advocacy is based on the policy statements on lesbian, gay, and bisexual concerns that APA has adopted. Beginning in 1975, APA has adopted a number of policy statements on LGB concerns. APA policy advocacy activities include participation in coalitions, preparing amicus briefs, letters, and other educational materials, assisting members in their advocacy efforts, and advocating APA's policy recommendations. Federal advocacy on lesbian, gay, & bisexual concerns is primarily the responsibility of the Public Interest Public Policy Office, which coordinates activities with the Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual Concerns Office. State and local advocacy activities primarily take the form of assistance to APA members and to state psychological associations.
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