Pride month has looked a bit different this year, but while many Pride parades and festivals have been cancelled due to COVID-19 the celebration goes on.
Time apart from one another, driven by a pandemic and social distancing, allows us to reflect and revisit the historic events that led to this moment and the continuous fight for equality in the LGBTQ+ community. To celebrate virtually during this time, here are educational materials to learn about the history of Pride and equality in the LGBTQ+ community, as well as virtual events to inspire and raise funds for LGBTQ+ organizations.
Reading:
10 Books To Read During Pride Month That Celebrate And Educate On LGBTQ+ History via Secret NYC
Pride 2020: 17 must-read books about LGBTQ history via NBC News
Virtual Events:
Can’t Cancel Pride – June 25th, 9pm EST
iHeartRadio and P&G will host inspirational voices in the LGBTQ community, to benefit 6 diverse LGBTQ organizations. Recognizing 50 years of Pride with bold performances and powerful, intersectional messages of spirit and strength.
New York City Pride – June 28th, 12pm EST
A Special Pride Broadcast Event that will feature performances and guest star appearances.
Netflix Pride – June 30th, 4pm PST
Hear from Netflix’s home-grown talent, such as Laverne Cox, Queer Eye’s Fab 5, and Tituss Burgess. The event will support OutRight, Trans Justice Funding Project and the Marsha P Johnson Foundation.
