New Dates Announced for SOGIEcon 2026

We’re excited to share that SOGIEcon 2026 will now be held on March 18–19, 2026 at UConn Storrs. After recognizing a potential overlap with Eid al-Fitr, we partnered with the University to adjust our schedule so more members of our community can fully participate.
Inclusion is central to SOGIEcon, and we’re proud to make this change. Early Bird pricing is now extended through March 6, 2026.
Register Now
Join us for SOGIEcon on March 18 & 19th, 2026 at UCONN in Storrs, CT from 8:00 Am to 5:00 PM. For more information and to register, click the link below! Early Bird registration happening now until March 6th, 2026. Our conference brings together LGBTQIA+ youth, their peers, allies, family members, educators, social workers, clinicians, clergy and community members to educate themselves, promote connection and support the next generation of LGBTQIA+ Leaders. School/group registration is available. View the registration Q & A here.
March 18th General Conference Day
March 19th Professional Best Practices
Check out the workshops below!
Please view and download the workshops schedules below for Wednesday, Thursday, or both! Be sure the check out the Presenter Bios to learn more about who will be leading each workshop. This year, no preregistration is required for attending a workshop, so create your own schedule, and have a back-up option incase your workshop is full when you get there. Don't worry, volunteers will be there to help you find your way around!
Helpful downloads
Bringing a group? Download the bus driver map below. Attending as a professional on Thursday? Educators, clinicians, and service providers attending SOGIEcon can earn up to 6 NASW-approved Continuing Education Credits while engaging in culturally responsive LGBTQIA+ training and professional development. Download CE Credit Approval Documentation.
Volunteer With US
Volunteer for one or both days of SOGIEcon on March 18 & 19th, 2026 at UCONN in Storrs, CT. The full conference goes from 8:00 Am to 5:00 PM. To register as a volunteer, enter your contact info below and someone from our team will get back to you.
Register as a Vendor
We invite vendors for our upcoming LGBTQ+ youth issues conference on March 18 & 19th, 2026 at UCONN in Storrs, CT from 8:00 Am to 5:00 PM.
Support SOGIEcon
Please support SOGIECon with a donation. Your support makes a life-changing event possible. Youth registration fees don't come close to covering the costs of hosting them. Your dollars fund scholarships for youth who otherwise wouldn't be able to attend.
Registration and Transportation Request Form
The Health Collective is committed to making SOGIEcon accessible to LGBTQIA+ youth and those who support them. A limited number of scholarships are available to help offset the cost of registration. Scholarships may cover conference registration and transportation support.
Scholarships are limited and will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis while funds are available.
Please complete the form below to request a scholarship. You will be contacted by our team once your request has been reviewed.
Request Scholarship
OVERVIEW
True Colors SOGIEcon (Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity and Expression) is the largest LGBTQIA+ youth conference in the nation. Our conference brings together LGBTQIA+ youth, their peers, allies, family members, educators, social workers, clinicians, clergy and community members to educate themselves, promote connection and support the next generation of LGBTQIA+ Leaders. Participants will choose from nearly 200 workshops, performances and activities organized around specific groups and audiences.
OUR
MISSION
Our mission is to empower, inspire, and support LGBTQIA+ youth, and those that care about them. We aim to provide a transformative experience through engaging workshops, inspiring keynote speakers, and invaluable networking opportunities. SOGIEcon fosters a community where every individual can thrive and be celebrated.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsoring True Colors SOGIEcon goes beyond supporting a single event; it amplifies your impact, aligns your brand with a vital cause, and fosters community connections. To explore ways to support this life-changing program, please contact
sogiecon@healthcollective.org.
