Sussex Pride 
Emily Geckle (she/her) lives in Ocean View, DE with her family and two bunnies, Brioche and Babka. She has a BA in Anthropology with a Concentration in Archaeology and minors in Museum Studies; Africa and African Diaspora Studies; and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from St. Mary’s College of Maryland. Emily hopes to continue her … Read more
Desiree Aurillo M.Ed, lives in Milford, DE and works at People’s Place and Delaware Futures. She currently attends Walden University and is working towards earning my doctorate in Human Services with a specialization in intervention, prevention, and advocacy. Desire’e uses she/ her pronouns and identifies as as pansexual. She has two adorable little doggies named … Read more
Jasmine (she/her/hers) currently lives in Seaford where she was raised. She is engaged to the love of her life Mak and fortunate to have a wonderful mother, in addition to numerous cousins, aunts and uncles. Jasmine works as a Mental Health Therapist and enjoys coloring, watching horror movies, and doing her makeup. She is passionate … Read more
Rehoboth Beach Bears, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose mission is to provide inclusive fellowship and fraternity for the LGBTQIA+ and Ally communities, while raising money to benefit charities who provide for community betterment. The Rehoboth Beach Bears Scholarship Program makes awards available to graduating LGBTQIA+ seniors. These awards may be used to help … Read more
Following are the health issues GLMA’s healthcare providers have identified as most commonly of concern for bisexuals. While not all of these items apply to everyone, it’s wise to be aware of these issues. 1. Come Out to Your Primary Healthcare ProviderIn order to provide you with the best care possible, your primary care provider … Read more
Following are the health issues GLMA’s healthcare providers have identified as most commonly of concern for gay men. While not all of these items apply to everyone, it’s wise to be aware of these issues. 1. Come Out to Your Primary Healthcare ProviderIn order to provide you with the best care possible, your primary care … Read more
Following are the health issues GLMA’s healthcare providers have identified as most commonly of concern for transgender people. While not all of these items apply to everyone, it’s wise to be aware of these issues. 1. Access to HealthcareAlthough things are slowly improving, it is not always easy to find a healthcare provider who knows … Read more
Following are the health issues GLMA’s healthcare providers have identified as most commonly of concern for lesbians. While not all of these items apply to everyone, it’s wise to be aware of these issues. 1. Breast CancerLesbian women are more likely to have risk factors for breast cancer, yet less likely to get screening exams … Read more
I was 23 when I heard the words no one ever expects: You have colon cancer. It wasn’t like I had been feeling perfectly fine. In hindsight, my symptoms had been showing up for years—fatigue, random digestive issues, things that never quite made sense. But every time I brought them up, my primary care doctor … Read more
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