Making a commitment to become involved in our community can be as simple as going to the UAF's Oscar Night, Coronation, the Utah Gay Rodeo or to Pride Day. It can be as easy as buying a cup of coffee at the Gay and Lesbian Community Center, joining the bowling league, playing gay volleyball, socializing at our local bars or clubs, going on a hike with the hiking club or just staying informed on political issues that impact our community. Over the nearly 8 years of publishing this paper I have met a lot of people in our community. I have spoken with and worked with many people who have made a personal commitment to becoming active in the GLBT community. There are many reasons why people become involved in building our community.
Most people become active in our community to be around other gay and lesbian people.
Many join organizations for social reasons and sometimes become involved with charity groups to help other people in need. A lot of satisfaction can be gained in making a difference in our community. The next few months will be the busiest time of the year in our community. In May we have the Royal Court's Coronation Weekend. I would like to encourage you to attend these or even becoming involved as a volunteer to help put these large events together.