![]() ![]() In the summer of 1969, the Stonewall riots ignited the flames that helped the gay rights movement spread like wildfire across our nation. It’s also a time to acknowledge the hard-fought strides forward in securing civil rights that make our country a more inclusive place for everyone. Pride month is an opportunity to increase the visibility of the LGBTQ+ community, promote dignity, advocate for equality of rights and celebrate diversity. ![]() For those who are unfamiliar, the “+” symbol is used to acknowledge other identities, including Intersex, Asexual, Agender and others. Throughout the month of June, hundreds of thousands of people pack the streets of major cities across the country (and the world) to take part in Lesbian Gay Bisexual Trans Queer (LGBTQ+) Pride month. By Andria Keirn, Americorps Employment and Self Sufficiency Aide
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