Sussex Pride 
Samantha started volunteering with Sussex Pride Youth in October 2023. She has been a regular in our Sea Witch Festival Team, and this year she is serving as a co-chair of Rehoboth Beach Pride. You can reach Samantha at samantha@sussexpride.org. Where are you originally from? I am originally from Wilmington and I’ve been in Rehoboth … Read more
Are you passionate about the LGBTQ+ Health Equity? Do you want to contribute to a vibrant community conversation on health & wellnes within the LGBTQ+ community? Sussex Pride invites you to become our Health & Wellness Editor! This is a unique opportunity to engage with your community, showcase artistic talent, and help promote the health … Read more
Meet our volunteer Indigo (they/them). Indigo lives with their parents, their Grandma, their dog Bridget and their cat Phantom! Indigo says “Each of them is important to me in their own ways and have taught me many values and lessons. My mom has always been my advocate, and she inspires me every day to do … Read more
Wilmington, DE — The Delaware Anti-Violence Project (DAVP) is calling attention to a recent hate crime at The Church of the Holy City in Wilmington, where a Pride flag was violently cut in half. This disturbing act of violence and hate highlights the ongoing challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in our community. In response, the … Read more
National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD), observed every February 7, serves as a vital reminder of the ongoing challenges and disparities faced by Black communities in the fight against HIV/AIDS. This observance aims to raise awareness about the virus’s impact on Black individuals. It also promotes prevention and encourages early testing and treatment. As statistics … Read more
Delaware is experiencing a significant public health challenge as new HIV infections surge and vital health services face unprecedented funding cuts. In 2024, the state witnessed a 10% year over year increase in new HIV diagnoses, coupled with a 64% reduction in federal HIV prevention funding. These compounding crises have left prevention services severely underfunded, … Read more
The Delaware Democratic Party Veterans and Military Caucus and Sussex Pride have released the following statement: “Earlier this week the President signed an executive order banning transgender people from serving in the military. Denying capable Americans the opportunity to serve and protect our nation undermines our military’s readiness, safety, and inclusivity. This order will impact … Read more
The Church of the Holy City In Wilmington recently reported an act of vandalism involving a Pride Flag at their Church. Rev. Shada Sullivan stated in a pastoral letter: “Our faith calls us to love our neighbor. However, that love cannot be a disembodied sentimentality. Love is an action. The actions we choose today are … Read more
Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs has created a timeline was created to offer a more inclusive perspective that pairs important moments in LGBTQ+ history in Delaware and across America throughout time. While this list is not exhaustive of all important historical moments in Delaware, it aims to provide context to the stories included in this project, … Read more
Black History Month is a dedicated period in February where the United States recognizes and celebrates the achievements and contributions of African Americans throughout history, highlighting their struggles, resilience, and cultural impact on society. Within Delaware, several important Black history events stand out, including the prominent role of the Underground Railroad, particularly in the town … Read more