Janice K. Langbehn

Janice K. Langbehn began her professional journey after obtaining two master’s degrees in Social Work and Public Administration. She initially worked as a social worker for the State of Washington. Upon retiring from social work, Janice focused on advocating for LGBTQ+ rights, particularly in securing equal treatment for families in hospital visitations. Her advocacy was nationally recognized in 2011 when President Barack Obama awarded her the Presidential Citizen's Medal, the nation's second-highest civilian award. That year, she also received the National Liberty Award for her efforts in ensuring hospital visitation rights for same-sex couples across the United States.