Emory GALA

Mission
Emory Gay and Lesbian Alumni (GALA) maintains and seeks to expand a network of alumni of Emory University in order to organize, serve and advocate for Emory's lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) community.

GALA seeks to:

• Develop a sense of community and offer networking opportunities, through social events, a newsletter, and an online membership site;
• Support and advocate for a non-discriminatory and diverse working, living, and academic experience at Emory;
• Provide educational opportunities for Emory University students, including scholarships, awards and prizes as well as mentoring and support;
• Support the overall mission of the Emory Alumni Association (EAA);
• Support and coordinate with the Office of LGBT Life at Emory University;
• Support the academic study of LGBTQ issues throughout Emory;
• Participate in the Emory Alumni Admission Network;
• Advocate for issues of importance to the larger LGBTQ community.

Leadership

Governance Document
Click here for GALA's governance document.