AAS Resolution in Support of LGBTQIA+ Individuals in Astronomy

Adopted 10 May 2023

LGBTQIA+ individuals have been part of the astronomical community since the beginning, even if they were not able to identify themselves as such at the time. We now recognize the loss caused by excluding LGBTQIA+ astronomers from fully contributing to our field. The American Astronomical Society is hereby publicly committing to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We urge all astronomical programs to formulate strategies to protect, support, and promote the success of LGBTQIA+ individuals so they can rise to their full potential in scientific careers.