One Iowa

One Iowa is the state's leading LGBTQ advocacy organization, preserving and advancing equality for LGBTQ Iowans through advocacy, grassroots efforts, and education. 

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April 13, 2018, 6:15 pm

Des Moines, IA

9th Annual Gala Celebration

We hosted our first Gala celebration in 2010 to commemorate the momentous Iowa Supreme Court decision (Varnum v. Brien) legalizing same-sex marriage. Since that celebration of Iowa's legacy of equality, we have continued to celebrate our...

December 18, 2017, 6:00 pm

West Des Moines, IA

LGBTQ Grief Group

Grieving the death of a loved one is difficult, and there are many factors in each death and loss we experience. It shouldn’t be more difficult because you can’t bring your whole self to the grieving process or mourn openly in a safe place....

December 5, 2017, 6:00 pm

Des Moines, IA

One Iowa Night on Broadway

Support LGBTQ Iowans and enjoy showtunes performed by local LGBTQ performers, allies, and One Iowa staff! 

Tickets available soon. All proceeds from ticket sales will benefit One Iowa's work preserving and advancing equality for...

November 19, 2017, 2:00 pm

Des Moines, IA

As One

AS ONE is a contemporary chamber opera that tells the story of Hannah, a transgender woman. Over the course of 15 songs, Hannah explores her challenges growing up in a small town, her struggles with family and her inspiring journey of becoming...

November 17, 2017, 7:30 pm

Des Moines, IA

As One

AS ONE is a contemporary chamber opera that tells the story of Hannah, a transgender woman. Over the course of 15 songs, Hannah explores her challenges growing up in a small town, her struggles with family and her inspiring journey of becoming...

November 16, 2017, 6:00 pm

Des Moines, IA

LGBTQ Grief Group

Grieving the death of a loved one is difficult, and there are many factors in each death and loss we experience. It shouldn’t be more difficult because you can’t bring your whole self to the grieving process or mourn openly in a safe place....

November 9, 2017, 5:00 pm

Des Moines, IA

Support Equality at Hello, Marjorie

Raise a toast to LGBTQ equality at Hello, Marjorie! 20% of all proceeds from 5-9 p.m. will be donated to One Iowa to support LGBTQ Iowans.

Light appetizers from Bubba will be available on a first come, first...

June 11, 2017, 3:00 pm

Des Moines, IA

Des Moines Capital City Equality Rally, Pride March 2017

One Iowa is hosting a rally after the Capital City Pride Parade in solidarity with The Equality March for Unity and Pride nationally. Join us to hear from LGBTQ Iowa leaders and raise your voices to affirm and protect our rights, our...