Overview

American Brotherhood Weekend (ABW) title families are the only national leather titles emphasizing and celebrating LGBTQ individuals serving proudly and openly in our community. Many former titleholders have taken a public stance on one or more significant issues, such as same-sex legislation, equal rights, civil rights, domestic violence, harassment, hate crimes, public health & safety, community outreach, or as a voice for others with urgent needs.

Expectations of Titleholders

ABW titleholders are expected to be of service in the community. All titleholders are expected to attend two LGBTQ leather/BDSM events per quarter where you are volunteering, fundraising, teaching, or judging; you are not limited to two events per quarter, this is a minimum.  

All ABW titleholders are held to the highest standards regarding diversity, equity, inclusion, and consent. We do not tolerate racism, discrimination or harassment of any form. Unwelcome racist, harassing or discriminatory conduct will be met with prompt action, which may include removing your tile.

Contestant Qualifications

The contest is open to leather people who are US Citizens, at least 21 years of age, and who self-identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, or queer. All titles are open to the transgender community so long as they identify with the appropriate title. Qualified individuals are required to submit a completed Contestant Application and completed Photo Release form for consideration no later than midnight on Friday, September 2, 2022.

General Requirements

• Identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, or queer
• Have a history of involvement within the leather/BDSM and LGBTQ community and have strong community ties.
• Must participate in all officially scheduled ABW events during the contest weekend.
• The contestant is expected to provide at least one basket of items to be auctioned during the weekend with a value of $300-500.
• It is recommended that contestants have some public speaking ability. 

American Leatherman (ALM)

• Open to applicants with he/him/they/them pronouns, you must be comfortable representing the American Leatherman title 

American Leatherwoman (ALW)

• Open to applicants with she/her/they/them pronouns, you must be comfortable representing the American Leatherwoman title 

American Leatherboy (ALb)

• Must be a self-identified boy/boi regardless of gender

Fabulous Prizes

• ABW medallion
• $1000 Travel fund distributed in quarterly increments
• Return hotel accommodations to next year’s contest
• Title back patch following completion of title year
• Other prizes to be announced at the contest

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