Over the years, LGBTQ Iowans have had a strong and welcome influence on our state. Representing a wide range of vocations and avocations, they have led with creativity and compassion, solving problems and helping build a state that we all can be proud to call home.
In tribute to such inspiring contributions, dsm magazine is working with One Iowa to
present the third annual LGBTQ Legacy Leader Awards. We also will recognize an ally of the LGBTQ community.
The honorees will be recognized for lifetime achievement at a special event in October, 2021. Event details will be announced at a later date.
We welcome your help in choosing those to be honored. Nominees for five LGBTQ Legacy Leader Awards should:
demonstrate a record of public leadership in professional, civic or political roles, in addition to their dedication to LGBTQ causes.
serve as a role model and mentor to others.
contribute to the appreciation and recognition of cultural diversity in Iowa.
Additionally, one nominee from outside the LGBTQ category will be honored with an Ally Award, for unwavering commitment to civil rights and equality for all,
regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation.
Past honorees include: George Belitsos, Eileen Gebbie, Alexandra Gray, John Harper, Jan Jensen, Tracy Lewis, Karen Mackey, Sharon Malheiro, Sonia Reyes-Snyder, Jeorgia Robison, Jonathan Wilson, and allies John Forsyth and Terri
Hale.
Pictured from left to right: Eileen Gebbie, Alexandra Gray, John Harper, Jan Jensen, Tracy Lewis, John Forsyth
