LGBTQIA2s+ Pride - Henrico County, Virginia

Henrico Celebrates June as LGBTQIA2s+ Pride Month

History

June is Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Transgender [/Gender Expansive, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, Asexual and two-spirit] (LGBTQIA2s+) Pride Month. This celebrates how Americans who identify as LGBTQ[IA2s+ have strengthened our country by using their talent and creativity to promote goodwill and greater awareness/understanding of marginalized individuals. The first Pride March was held June 28, 1970, in New York City, on the first anniversary of a riot that was triggered by a police raid of a gay nightclub. The riot became known as the Stonewall Uprising and was viewed as a tipping point for the Gay Liberation Movement in the United States.

Initially, the last Sunday of June was usually celebrated as “Gay Pride Day.” Over time, celebrations spread to cities across the nation and began to encompass a series of events that latest throughout the month.

Library of Congress. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Pride Month. loc.gov/lgbt-pride-month/

Community + People

Visible: Behavioral Health Equity in Henrico – Playlist (9)

Members of the local LGBTQIA2s+ community discuss the addition of identities to the traditional acronym to foster community through inclusivity. For more information, contact: Kara Williams at [email protected] or Jacquelyn Smith-White at [email protected].

Foster Parenting in Henrico: An Inclusive Effort

A particular sexual orientation or gender identity is not a prerequisite for becoming a foster parent in Henrico County — just a big heart. Henrico Social Services is looking for families who can provide a loving and affirming home for young people in the county’s foster care program.

Engagement + Resources

Henrico County Public Library (HCPL) Celebrates Pride Month

June is Pride Month, an annual commemoration dedicated to recognizing the impact of the LGBTQIA2s+ community. In celebration, we’re hosting programs and book discussions that create space for connection, community, and highlight LGBTQIA2s+ history, culture, and voices. We hope you’ll join us!

Adults Hands-On History: LGBTQIA+ Virginia Rainbow Stitching Group

Book Discussions
Libbie Mill LGBTQIA+ Book Discussion
Varina Afternoon Book Discussion
Glen Allen Book Discussion
Libbie Mill Afternoon and Evening Book Discussions
Tuckahoe Evening Book Discussion
North Park Evening Book Discussion

Teens
Pride Month Fun for Tweens
Pride Month Button Pin Party
Zines: On Black and Queer Liberation
Teen Art Studio: Pride Month Edition
Teen Summer Movie Nights: Love, Simon

HCPL Recommended Books

YOUNG CHILDREN

ELEMENTARY

TWEEN

TEEN

ADULTS

HCPL Pride Bookmark

Local Connections

Seven Hills Family Medicine

UGRCRVA.org

Public Learning

Bolt.StraightforEquality.org Guide to Being an Ally

GLSEN Championing LGBTQ issues in K-12 education

GLSEN There’s More to Allyship Than Pride and Rainbows

LGBTQIA2s+

Rehab.com Addiction Resources & Rehabs for the LGBTQ+ Community

Virginia Pride Vision and Mission

Annual Pride Traditions

By all estimates, there were three to five thousand marchers at the inaugural Pride in New York City, and today marchers in New York City number in the millions. Since 1970, LGBTQIA2s+ people have continued to gather together in June to march with Pride and demonstrate for equal rights.

Library of Congress. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Pride Month. loc.gov/lgbt-pride-month/

Henrico County Police Division Intercultural Liaison Partnership

The Henrico Police Intercultural Liaison Partnership (ILP) is designed to strengthen relationships between police and Henrico County’s culturally-diverse communities. Our goal is to build trust within these communities by learning from one another and breaking down barriers. We want to ensure every member of every community knows Henrico Police is here to support them and promote their safety. Learn more at henrico.us/services/ilp/.

Celebration

DiversityRichmond.org Virginia Pride Launches Endless Summer of Pride

Queer RVA Past & Future Gallery

Past Events