Atlanta Black Pride Blog
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The Atlanta Black Pride blog shares the Legacy and Truth about the African American LQBTQ+ people and the history of the community. Their mission is to educate, celebrate, promote self-empowerment and to ensure that the social and cultural needs of LGBTQ+ individuals and families are met throughout the Atlanta Metropolitan area.
Atlanta Black Pride Blog
1w ago
Exciting News Alert!
Atlanta Black Pride is teaming up with the first-ever Global Black Pride, making waves in Atlanta this Labor Day Weekend 2024!
This groundbreaking partnership is not just an event; it’s a celebration of unity, empowerment, and representation within the LGBTQ+ community. As the vibrant city of Atlanta prepares to host this historic occasion, the significance of this collaboration cannot be overstated.
For years, Atlanta Black Pride has been a beacon of inclusion, advocacy, and celebration for the LGBTQ+ community, particularly for Black individuals. With the inaugural G ..read more
Atlanta Black Pride Blog
1y ago
A Seed of Hope
Dear Friends,
Over the past few weeks, America has been on edge as protests erupted in several cities underscored the urgency of a national awaking on racial justice.
The trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin faced multiple charges in the death of George Floyd, a moment that has forced America to confront decades of social injustice. As you already know, the jury has decided that Derek Chauvin is guilty of all three charges.
It is our hope that the senseless death of George Floyd will mark a turning point in America’s efforts to end ra ..read more
Atlanta Black Pride Blog
1y ago
The post Happy Holidays appeared first on Atlanta Black Pride.
While this year was full of unexpected surprises, it came with a sense of camaraderie and community that was truly inspiring! On behalf of the entire Atlanta Black Pride Team, we would like to wish you and your family a happy and healthy holiday ..read more
Atlanta Black Pride Blog
1y ago
Greetings Family,
This is a reminder that Atlanta Black Pride 2020 is a virtual event. If you are traveling to Atlanta during Labor Day Weekend, you are attending Labor Day Weekend events, not Atlanta Black Pride! Those events are hosted by the club and party promoters and are not affiliated with Atlanta Black Pride! See you in 2021 for the 25th Annual Atlanta Black Pride Celebration.
If you have any questions, please let me contact me directly at 678-946-2075 or tstewart@atlantablackpride.org.
Terence D. Stewart President Atlanta Black Pride, Inc.
The post Atlanta Black ..read more
Atlanta Black Pride Blog
1y ago
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Atlanta Black Pride & Kappa Alpha Lambda Sorority, Inc. hosted a virtual conversation on this subject.
Panelists: Amy Diaz of El Poder De La Mujer Latina, Ayan Ahmed of Polaris Project and Makia Metzger is a candidate for Cob County Solicitor General.
Moderator: Stephanie Grey of Cocktails & Conversations
El Poder De La Mujer Latina Facebook
Polaris Project
National Human Trafficking Hotline
1 (888) 373-7888
<a href="http://www.polarisprojec ..read more
Atlanta Black Pride Blog
1y ago
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. King was a man who dedicated his life to fighting for justice and equality for all people, regardless of race or religion. He is a symbol of hope and inspiration for people all around the world, and his teachings continue to resonate with us today.
This year, to observe MLK Day, Atlanta Black Pride encourages you to listen to TIME’s reimagined “I Have a Dream” speech, including portions of the speech read by activists and emphasizing the parallels of demonstrations today.
Let us also re ..read more
Atlanta Black Pride Blog
1y ago
ATLANTA — Atlanta Black Pride, Inc., (ABP) which just recently celebrated its 25th Anniversary with a festival over the Labor Day weekend, announced that its Fall programming will include a new focus on the connection between the LBTQ+ community and Domestic Violence.
Although ABP entered 2021 still fighting the challenges of COVID-19, it was also the launch of year-round programming using virtual technology to host a full schedule of virtual informational programming, Atlanta Black Pride’s The State of Black LGBTQ+ Conversation Series.
October introdu ..read more
Atlanta Black Pride Blog
1y ago
For immediate release
January 5, 2021
Contact: Georgia Entertainment Caucus
Email: EntertainmentCaucus@gmail.com
New Song Take Your Pride To The Polls by The Reps
Released on Apple Music and Spotify, January 2021
Take Your Pride To The Polls music video featuring The Reps, out now!
The Reps announce that the music video for the hit new single, Take Your PrideTo The Polls in honor of LGBTQ+ voters across Georgia is now available to the public in January 2021.
Following a busy year for voting in Georgia, with increased irregularities and voter suppression, The Reps teamed up with Georgia Stand ..read more
Atlanta Black Pride Blog
1y ago
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 21, 2020
Contact: Terence Stewart
Email: tstewart@atlantablackpride.org
Phone: 678-946-2075
NATIONAL VOTER REGISTRATION DAY
#ReclaimingTheVote
ATLANTA, GA — On September 22, 2020, Americans will celebrate National Voter Registration Day with a massive cross-country effort to register voters well in advance of Election Day this November.
With a historic presidential election approaching, every eligible American voter should exercise his or her right to be heard at the ballot box, and National Voter Registration Day is the right day to start by getting registere ..read more
Atlanta Black Pride Blog
1y ago
Today our country mourns a legend.
Last night, Congressman John Lewis passed away at 80 years old. Congressman Lewis leaves behind a legacy of courage, activism, and service of how far we have come and road map of how far we must go.
The son of sharecroppers, Congressman Lewis was born on February 21, 1940, in Troy, Alabama. He was a warrior in the fight for civil rights. He was an honorable man who exuded grace and dignity while he fought passionately for racial equality and justice for all.
He was a friend and colleague of Dr. King, participating in sit-ins, joined the Fr ..read more