Purpose

This award honors and recognizes a Physician Associate who exemplifies the mission and values of the LBGT PA Caucus who, within the course of a one-year period, exemplified the PA profession’s philosophy of providing accessible, quality healthcare to all; demonstrated outstanding leadership, advocacy, education, and service in advancing equitable, inclusive, and affirming healthcare for LGTBQ+ individuals and communities.

Mission Alignment

The LBGT PA Caucus is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging within the PA profession and to advocating for evidence-based, affirming healthcare for LGBTQ+ patients. This award honors PAs who embody these principles in their profession and personal contributions.

 

Application Guidelines

• Nominee must have been a current LBGT PA Caucus member for at least 75% of the nominating year.
• Nominee may not be current LBGT PA Caucus  Board member (Immediate-Past President, President, Present-Elect, Treasurer, Secretary or Director-at-Large) at the time of nomination. 
• Self-nomination and peer-nomination are encouraged.  
• All entries and supporting materials must be submitted by March 1st, 2026 at 11:59PM EST. 
• Applications will be reviewed by the LBGT PA Caucus board. 
• The recipient will have celebrated at the annual LBGT PA Caucus Health Equity Reception during the nominating year.
• The recipient's name and/or photo will be shared publically on the caucus' website, membership email, social media, and other forms of communciation. 
• If no submission meets the criteria, an awardee will not be selected for that year. 
• The LBGT PA Caucus  may contact the applicant for additional details or information. 

Grading Criteria

Candidates will be scored on how well during the nominating year, they demonstrated/performed in the following areas:

• Advocacy & Policy Impact 
• Leadership & Professional Service
• Education & Mentorship
• Clinical Excellence & Patient Advocacy 
• Community  Engagement & Impact 
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

Notification 

All submissions will be contacted regarding the status of their submission in April 2026. 

Application 

This year's cycle for LBGT PA Caucus PA of the year has CLOSED. 

Additional Information

For any questions, please contact us at: Lbgtpacaucus1@gmail.com