After several years away, the Contemporary Relationships Conference is returning to Austin—the city where it all began. As an Access Partner, your $500 contribution provides a full scholarship to someone who wants to attend CRC but can’t afford registration, while providing valuable visibility and recognition for your organization. Help us celebrate our return, and build strong community at our beautiful new home—KMFA Classical 89.5 in East Austin.Â
Connection changes lives.
CRC is an inclusive gathering for LGBTQ+ people, allies, and those who serve our community through mental health, education, advocacy, faith, healthcare, and other helping professions. Some attendees also get QTAP certified through our comprehensive
60-hour certification program.
Help Bring CRC Home & Open the Door for Someone Who Needs It.
Why are we coming home to Austin?
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Austin ranks second only to San Francisco in the concentration of same-sex couples.
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More than 2.2 million Texans identify as LGBTQ+, giving the state the second-largest population in the country.
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Austin has the third-largest LGBTQ+ population among major U.S. cities.
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Austin earns a 100/100 on the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index for strong LGBTQ+ protections & inclusive policies. Â
Call for Presenters
Share Your Voice. Strengthen Our Community.
CRC 2027 is seeking engaging presenters who are passionate about helping LGBTQ+ people build stronger, healthier relationships—with themselves, with the people they love, and with the communities they call home.
We believe wisdom comes from many places. Whether you’re a mental health professional, educator, researcher, author, advocate, nonprofit leader, artist, faith leader, or someone whose lived experience has inspired others, we invite you to submit a presentation proposal.
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CRC is built on a simple idea: when relationships thrive, people thrive.
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We’re seeking presentations that educate, inspire, challenge, and equip attendees with practical ideas they can immediately apply in their lives and work.
Get Your Pass
ONE CONFERENCE. TWO TRACKS. ONE COMMUNITY.
Whether you’re joining us for personal growth, professional development, or to connect with the LGBTQ+ community, there’s a registration option for you. Want take your training beyond the conference? Register for the QTAP certification program.
Community
Track
Engaging workshops designed for LGBTQ+ people, our allies, and anyone who wants stronger relationships with themselves and others. Sunday morning only.
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Early Bird Registration ends April 1, 2027.
TWO DAY COMMUNITY PASS
$159
Saturday & Sunday—In-person workshops designed for LGBTQ+ people and allies, with sessions focused on relationships, personal growth, connection, and community. No CE credits,
ONE DAY COMMUNITY PASS
$79
Sunday Only—In-person workshops designed for LGBTQ+ people and allies, with sessions focused on relationships, personal growth, connection, and community. No CE credits,
Professional Track
Evidence-based clinical training designed specifically for health and mental health professionals on Saturday and Sunday.Â
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Early Bird Registration ends April 1, 2027.
PROFESSIONAL PASS
$249Â
In-person access to all events with clinically focused sessions, professional development, and CE opportunities.
VIRTUAL PASS
$159
Online access to the keynote and plenary sessions, but not the breakout or networking/social experiences. No CE credits.
QTAP Certification
In-person access to all professional training events at the conference, plus our exclusive online library of courses to earn Queer & Trans Affirming Professional certification..
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Groups of three or more get a 25% discount.
QTAP PROGRAM PASS
$649
Includes the conference (CRC) and online Core Curriculum courses toward certification. Additional fees apply for individual consultation, group consultation, and anti-racism classes as these services are provided. Learn more.
