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A thoughtful response to the Exodus International Conference
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Videos from the Ex-Gay Survivor's Conference
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Last Minute Conference Information and Directions
WHY
On June 26 - July 1, 2007, the Annual Exodus International Conference will be in Irvine, California, to promote the false message that gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people are disordered, sinful, and in need of change.
In response, Soulforce, BeyondExGay.com, and the LGBT Resource Center at the University of California-Irvine are proud to present an interactive, community-building conference featuring the powerful stories of those who have had ex-gay experiences, but now understand that their sexual orientation or gender identity can be lived in ways that are loving and life-affirming.
WHO
This conference is for everyone. If you want to stand in peaceful solidarity to lovingly confront the damaging consequences of the ex-gay movement - this conference is for you. If you have ever been through an ex-gay experience or been damaged by the message that God does not love and affirm you - this conference is for you. If your child, partner or friend has been through a "change" ministry - this conference is for you. If you are confused about the Bible and homosexuality, currently in an ex-gay program, or thinking about trying to change who you are - this conference is for you. If you are in town to attend the Exodus Conference - the Ex-Gay Survivor's Conference is definitely for you! Wherever you are on your journey - you are welcome at our conference.
WHAT
Exodus and its affiliated organizations often use personal stories of transformation to market their programs. These stories are also used -- implicitly and explicitly -- to justify political opposition to LGBT equality.
By sharing our stories, survivors of ex-gay experiences can become a powerful force for social justice. We can create a more honest picture of ex-gay programs, reveal the societal pressures that influence people to seek change and expose the cynical exploitation of ex-gay success stories for political purposes.
The Ex-Gay Survivor's Conference will offer opportunities and resources to help you share stories, practice speaking to the media, and reflect on how your story can be used to make a difference. You will also be given opportunities to record your own experiences through film and on the web.
Schedule of Events
Registration
Register here for the Ex-Gay Survivor's Conference ($40 registration fee - but no one turned away for lack of funds)
Hotel Accommodation Information
Doubletree Hotel Irvine Spectrum
90 Pacifica Avenue
Irvine, CA 92618
telephone: 1-949-471-8888
fax: 1-949-471-8600
Ask for the Soulforce special deluxe guest room rate of $105.00 Standard/$125.00 Executive Level per night Friday - Sunday single or double occupancy stay (Executive Level Upgraded Amenities include: Full American Breakfast Buffet Coupons for two people, Wine Vouchers for two people, bathrobes, bottled water, high speed internet access, turndown service with chocolates). This special Soulforce room rate includes:
- Self-parking fee of $7.00 per night waived
- Courtesy roundtrip shuttle service to University of California Irvine at a nominal fee of $3 per person each way
- Complimentary roundtrip airport shuttle to John Wayne/Orange County Airport
- Complimentary roundtrip shuttle service to the Irvine Spectrum Entertainment Center, host to 21 Edwards Cinema's, more than 20 eateries and 50 cutting-edge retail stores
- Outdoor swimming pool, whirlpool, and fitness center
- A warm welcome and Doubletree's Chocolate Chip Cookies upon arrival
Note: When making reservations online be sure to use the "Group/Convention Code" of SFI.
Maps and Driving Directions
Corrected: Google map of hotel
University of California - Irvine campus maps
University of California - Irvine parking
Speaker Bios
Click here to read the speaker bios.
Questions
If you have a question that was not covered in the information provided above, you can contact Paige Schilt, Soulforce's Media Director, at paige@soulforce.org.
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