International Association of Gay and Lesbian Martial Artists records, 1994-2004

Collection context

Summary

Creators:
International Association of Gay and Lesbian Martial Artists
Abstract:
Extent:
1 manuscript box
Language:
Preferred citation:

International Association of Gay and Lesbian Martial Artists records. GLBT Historical Society

Background

Scope and content:

The International Association of Gay and Lesbian Martial Artists (IAGLMA) records contain publicity and newsletter materials, a rule book, photographs and artifacts. The organization, originally known as Homosexuals in Martial Arts (Hi MA), was formed at the 1990 Gay Games III in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. IAGLMA is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to outreach, inclusion and education for the gay, lesbian and supportive martial arts communities through the martial arts and self defense on local, national and international levels. The collection includes photographs from the Gay Games in Amsterdam and various other tournaments, 1998-2000; medals and lapel pins, 1992-1998; official tournament rules and procedures, 1998; newsletters and website pages, 2000-2004; a HiMA! logo and flyer, undated; and mockups of a Hi MA membership application and publicity brochure, 1994. GSSO Linked Terms: http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GSSO_008529

Acquisition information:
Gift of Allen Wood on March 17, 2006.

Indexed terms

Subjects:
Sports

Access and use

Restrictions:

Collection is open for research. Mailing lists and other records holding the names, addresses, and/or phone numbers of individuals will be restricted for 20 years.

Preferred citation:

International Association of Gay and Lesbian Martial Artists records. GLBT Historical Society

Location of this collection:
989 Market Street, Lower Level
San Francisco, CA 94103, US
Contact:
(415) 777-5455