Gitoo, a NYC-native, has carved a space for himself as a creative, host and professional personality who’s known for the electricity he brings to any space he’s in. Whittington, creator of AmbersCloset, is best known for creating content that not only represents her community, but empowers others to show up as their best, most authentic selves.
Youth Pride 2021 was hosted by both Amber Whittington and Jorge “Gitoo” Wright – two powerful influencers and activists who are changing our country (and the world), coast to coast. Young people everywhere celebrated NYC Pride with their friends through musical performances, LGBTQIA+ center spotlights, DJ's, and a special ballroom segment. This RALLY event comes at a time when conversation, education and activism is needed most. The conference focused on activism and issues impacting the community. New Yorkers and global travellers alike will gather as friends, partners, and family to create a welcoming LGBTQIA+ experience.Įnjoy a family-flick at Family Film Night with NYC Pride!Ī unique cinematic event celebrating LGBTQIA+ film during Pride
The entire community should celebrate each and every person’s story and provide support so everyone can feel happy, healthy, and safe being Unapologetically Us,” according to NYC Pride's website.įor more information on this year's NYC Pride, click here.New York Pride 2022 lasts 30 Days, the whole of June,Įvents span June 1 -to June 30, 2022, culminating in the famous NYC Pride March on Sunday.įrom rallies to parties to lectures, there are free and ticketed events produced by NYC Pride and our official partners spread across New York City. Others continue their journeys of finding a true sense of self and inner peace. “Many have focused on exploring their true selves, coming out to the world with vibrant, loving hearts and souls open to the public - no matter how scary, unsure, or vulnerable it might have been.
The theme is a celebration of the resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community.
We will continue to love and live our truth and be our full and complete selves - and we are not going to apologize for it." We will stand together to face these attacks on our LGBTQIA+ siblings across the country and around the world. "In spite of these challenges and attacks, we are here to tell the country and the world: we will not be erased.
“Compounding these struggles is the onslaught of legislation around the country that directly targets LGBTQIA+ individuals," Pérez' statement goes on to say. Irvington Mayor Offered Municipal Job in Exchange for Dropping Sex Harassment Suit We are proud to be breaking barriers by introducing our first Pride Island headliner of the transgender experience." "After being silenced for the past 2 years due to the pandemic, we are coming back with one of the biggest events in Pride history. "Pride Island is rooted in a history dating back more than 30 years," Mario Schmitt, Pride Island Director, said in a statement. More performers will be announced at a later date. The three-day music festival, part of NYC Pride, will fill Governors Island from June 24 to 26 and will feature international popstar Kim Petras as its headliner, with additional performances by Eddie Martinez, Dani Toro, and Alex Chapman. Aside from Pride Island, the NYC Pride 2022 roster of events includes: the first fully in-person NYC Pride March in three years on June 26 PrideFest, also on June 26, in Greenwich Village as well as The Rally on June 24, among other events.įollowing years of virtual celebrations due to the pandemic, the long-awaited fully in-person Pride Island experience is scheduled to take place this year - at a new location.The three-day music festival, part of NYC Pride, will fill Governors Island from June 24 to 26 and will feature international popstar Kim Petras as its headliner.Following years of virtual celebrations due to the pandemic, the long-awaited fully in-person Pride Island experience is scheduled to take place this year - at a new location.