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Happy 4th of July from the ONS team!

Read ONS CEO Lucas F. Schleusener's new piece in Foreign Policy on the history of LGBTQIA+ military service and efforts to accurately tell a complex story of identity, war, and oppression.

The United States Department of Defense has published a webpage with resources regarding President Biden’s pardon of service members convicted under former UCMJ Article 125 for consensual sexual activity. The page contains helpful information on how to apply for a pardon, answers to frequently asked questions, and relevant contact information. View the page below and please share with those who might benefit.

Out in National Security and New America are pleased to honor the contributions of 40 LGBTQIA+ experts in U.S. national security and foreign policy. The 2024 list features experts currently serving in government, the military, think tanks, academia, and non-governmental organizations, focusing on a range of issues including maritime security, economic security, veterans affairs, and emerging technologies. We celebrate their accomplishments and look forward to seeing what they will do in the future. (Part 2 of 2) #OutLeadership2024

Out in National Security and New America are pleased to honor the contributions of 40 LGBTQIA+ experts in U.S. national security and foreign policy. The 2024 list features experts currently serving in government, the military, think tanks, academia, and non-governmental organizations, focusing on a range of issues including maritime security, economic security, veterans affairs, and emerging technologies. We celebrate their accomplishments and look forward to seeing what they will do in the future. (Part 1 of 2) #OutLeadership2024

Out in National Security and New America are pleased to honor the contributions of 13 up-and-coming LGBTQIA+ voices in U.S. national security and foreign policy. We celebrate their accomplishments and look forward to seeing what they will do in the future. #OutLeadership2024

Today, President Biden pardoned thousands of former LGBTQIA+ U.S. service members convicted for engaging in consensual sexual activity under the now-repealed UCMJ Article 125. “Righting a historic wrong on this scale is one culmination of decades of advocacy, stretching from Frank Kameny and Mattachine to ONS and many of our close partners today,” said ONS CEO Lucas F. Schleusener. “It’s proof that fighting for what’s right is always worth it.” The move is a testament to the ability of the LGBTQIA+ community to effectively advocate the U.S. government for much-needed change, no matter how long it takes. We celebrate today’s historic decision while recognizing the negative impact that conviction had on thousands of Americans, include those who are no longer with us. Read President Biden's statement on the pardon below.

Washingtonian Magazine recently named our CEO Luke Schleusener as one of the 500 most influential people shaping policy! This list considers experts and advocates outside of government who help shape the policy debate on a range of issues. You can view the entire list at the link below. 

Happy Pride Month from the ONS team! This month, and every month, we celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community, reflect on past progress, and recognize the challenges that remain. 

Please join us for Night Out at Nationals Park on Thurs., June 6! Support the work of ONS and celebrate LGBTQIA+ pride at the Nationals game against the Atlanta Braves. Purchase your ticket at the link below.