As we approach World AIDS Day on December 1st, we come together to honor the lives lost to HIV/AIDS, support those living with the virus, and renew our commitment to ending the epidemic in Delaware and globally. In Delaware, the statistics on HIV/AIDS highlight the ongoing challenges our community faces. Currently, approximately 4,000 people are … Read more
Delaware has a new LGBTQ+ themed specialty license plate. It is one of about twenty specialty plates offered by the state. The United Way of Delaware Pride Council Plate (pictured above) costs $50 and funds raised support the United Way of Delaware Pride Council. You can order a plate online or fill out this form … Read more
Speak Out Against Hate (SOAH) and Sussex Pride stand in solidarity today following a troubling incident of hate-based violence that occurred on August 17th in Rehoboth Beach. Details of this incident are available on the Rehoboth Beach Police Department Facebook Page: (facebook.com/rehobothbeachpolice) We express our heartfelt support to the three women who were directly … Read more
If you or someone you know has been impacted by a Hate Crime in the state of Delaware, please let us know. We are here for you. Information on Hate Crimes resources are provided below from the Department of Justice Office on Civil Rights. The Justice Department’s information on reporting Hate Crimes: Please report hate crimes … Read more
GLSEN, a national organization that supports LGBTQ+ students (and staff) in school districts, sponsors a major survey of school-age youth – – 13 y/o and over. (The survey collects information about frequency of bullying, hearing anti-queer comments from other students and or teachers, support from administrators, etc, etc.) If there is enough participation within … Read more
The Elder Pride Act has been reintroduced in the House by Representatives Suzanne Bonamici (OR-1), Mark Pocan (WI-2), and Sharice Davids (KS-3). The bill authorizes the Administration on Aging to award grants to state or tribal governments or other eligible organizations (e.g., area agencies on aging and multipurpose senior centers) for providing sexual health and … Read more
Congratulations to Dr. Gary Espinas. Dr. Espinas has been appointed to serve as an At Large Member of the Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs (DCVA). The Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs provides assistance to Delaware’s veterans, their spouses and dependent children. The Commission, consists of 15 members appointed by the Governor, each for a 4 … Read more
The US Department of Education has passed critical updates to Title IX guidelines, ensuring the protection and inclusivity of LGBTQ youth. The new regulations, implemented on April 19th, 2024, are an important step towards fostering safe and supportive learning environments for all students, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Strengthening Protection Against Discrimination … Read more
The Delmarva LGBTQIA+ Climate Survey conducted in 2023 provides valuable insights into the experiences and challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals in the Delmarva region. The survey was prepared by Dr. Nicole A. Buzzetto-Hollywood Professor at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore and President of the Board for Salisbury PFLAG. This one-page summary highlights key findings … Read more
Sussex Pride is excited to welcome our new intern Angel or Lamar Kellam whose internship will be with us from January through the end of April. They are gender fluid and go by either the name Angel or the name Lamar. They sometimes dress in a more masculine mode (as pictured here) and go by … Read more