LGBTQ Professionals in Dallas, TX

The She is The Moment Micro Film Festival has now expanded to a day fest! Throughout the day attendees can expect a mini vendor market, multiple short films shown in previous years, and a special director 1:1 interview and Q&A . The evening portion of the She is The Moment Micro-Film Fest will include the screening of 4 new short films all written, directed and/or starring Black LGBTQ+ Women. The films range from comedy, to abstract, to classsic romance all of which tell the stories of Black Queer Women through different lenses. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion featuring 4 community organizers and leaders who have made it their mission to create safe and empowering spaces for all in the DFW Metroplex. These four panelists are consistently pushing the boundary on what it looks like to take action within the local Dallas community to actually make a change for the better. Light refreshements and drinks will be served.

SMU OUTLaw represents the inclusive, forward-thinking community at Southern Methodist University's Dedman School of Law in Dallas, Texas. As a student organization, it embodies SMU's optimistic outlook and enterprising spirit that has shaped Dallas into a global gateway for people of all backgrounds seeking to change the world. The organization serves as a vital community within the law school, fostering connections among students who share values of diversity, professional excellence, and meaningful impact. Founded within one of the nation's most respected private research universities, SMU OUTLaw operates in a community of over 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students representing all 50 states and more than 80 countries. The organization is part of SMU's distinguished commitment to developing ethical leaders who make positive contributions to their professions and communities. Located in Dallas, a region experiencing unprecedented growth and opportunity, SMU OUTLaw members engage with a dynamic legal landscape while maintaining connection to the university's core values of academic freedom and innovation. The organization reflects SMU's singular approach to integrating rigorous learning with practical experience, preparing students to achieve their educational goals and expand their world in meaningful ways. SMU OUTLaw cultivates a community where students forge their own paths while supporting one another's professional and personal development. Within the context of the Dedman School of Law and the broader SMU community, the organization contributes to the university's mission of shaping world changers who lead with integrity and vision in Dallas and beyond.

OutLaw is a student organization at the Texas A&M University located in Fort Worth, TX

The Dallas LGBT Bar Association represents a vital community of queer and allied legal professionals united by a shared commitment to justice, equality, and inclusion in the legal field. Serving the Dallas, Texas area and surrounding North Texas communities, the DLGBTBA functions as an affiliate of the LGBT Law Section of the State Bar of Texas, providing a safe and affirming space for attorneys, judges, law students, and related professionals. The organization celebrates the diversity and culture of gender and sexual minority communities while actively promoting awareness of issues that impact LGBTQ citizens and legal professionals. At its core, the Dallas LGBT Bar Association is driven by a mission to advocate for inclusion and equality of all persons regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, while recognizing and appreciating the contributions of allies who support the community. Members find belonging in an organization that prioritizes community building, mutual support, and collective action toward meaningful change. The DLGBTBA works to advance legal scholarship on GSM concerns, educate the broader legal community about inclusive practices, and create meaningful opportunities for professional growth and personal connection. With an active network throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, the organization demonstrates that there is truly something for everyone—whether you are a seasoned attorney, a law student beginning your career, or a legal professional seeking community and purpose. The Dallas LGBT Bar Association stands as a beacon of support and solidarity for LGBTQ legal professionals in Texas.