Advisory Committee
OutRVA Advisory Committee Call for Members
To keep OutRVA rooted in community connection and collaboration, the Richmond Region Tourism Foundation (RRTF) is forming a regionally representative, volunteer-based OutRVA Advisory Committee. This committee will help guide the future of OutRVA by contributing to its strategic direction, providing insight on local campaigns, and promoting LGBTQIA+ tourism across the Richmond Region.
The committee will include five members who live or work within Richmond Region Tourism’s seven-jurisdiction service area. Members may serve up to two, two-year terms, with leadership provided by a Chair serving a two-year term.
Important Dates:
Application Deadline: October 15, 2025
Selected Members Announced: November 1, 2025
Quarterly Meeting Schedule (virtual or in-person): January, April, July, and October (starting January 2026)
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicants must:
Reside or work in one of the following areas: City of Richmond, City of Colonial Heights, Chesterfield County, Hanover County, Henrico County, New Kent County, or the Town of Ashland
Attend quarterly committee meetings (virtual or in-person)
Be willing to participate in public-facing activities, including community presentations, media interviews, and local events to help promote OutRVA
Committee Responsibilities:
Members of the Advisory Committee will:
Attend one I Am Tourism (IAT) Ambassador Training hosted by Richmond Region Tourism
Review and offer feedback on campaign strategies from RRT and its contractors
Provide input on OutRVA’s strategic goals and future planning
Provide ideas for potential content for OutRVA's website and its social media channels
Support and engage in regional events and initiatives aligned with OutRVA’s mission
Participate actively in committee discussions and uphold shared decisions
Review and approve event sponsorship and grant applications for LGBTQIA+-owned businesses and organizations
Assist with outreach, tourism advocacy, and community representation
Evaluate and vote on new Advisory Committee member applications
Volunteer at a minimum of one to two OutRVA-approved community events per year
For questions, please contact Tameka Jefferson, Community Relations and Diversity Program Manager, at tjefferson@visitrichmondva.com.