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Project Pride SRQ presents ‘Compassion at the Crosswalk’ on October 4
LGBTQ+ advocacy organization to stand with victims and families of Pulse Nightclub massacre in the wake of Pride visibility erasure
In the wake of the erasure of the Pulse Nightclub memorial crosswalk as well as our local Pride crosswalk in downtown Sarasota, Project Pride SRQ will present Compassion at the Crosswalk on October 4. This event will take place at 6:30 p.m. at the intersection of 2nd Street, Coconut Avenue and N. Pineapple Avenue – the former location of Sarasota’s Pride crosswalk.
The brief program will feature several speakers, including Project Pride SRQ Executive Director Tom Edwards, Harvest Sarasota/Harvest House President and CEO Dan Minor, and Rabbi Jennifer Singer. Further program details are still being confirmed.
“When our Pride crosswalk was painted over, it was more than paint that was erased; it was an attempt to silence visibility, pride and belonging,” said Edwards. “Sadly, the erasure of the Pulse memorial crosswalk has reopened wounds for the families who lost loved ones in the mass shooting at Pulse Nightclub. We know the pain of being targeted, and we stand in solidarity with all who carry grief and trauma.”
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This event is free and, while registration is not required; however, guests are welcome to sign up through event portals on PPSRQ’s website and Facebook page. For more about Project Pride SRQ, visit ppsrq.org.
About Project Pride SRQ
Founded in 2019, Project Pride SRQ is a Sarasota-based nonprofit organization that has worked to bring visibility and elevate awareness of the LGBTQ+ community. By offering signature events, projects, and community-building partnerships, Project Pride has given many reasons to celebrate the LGTBQ+ community. While Project Pride's work remains joyful, the organization has refocused on programming that will strengthen community partnerships, build new and enhanced relationships with allies and businesses, and create safe spaces for ALL special interest communities by convening those with shared values. Project Pride is dedicated to bringing together all who value diversity, human and civil rights, and freedom to implement a vision for an all-inclusive community where everyone is equally united, supported, and celebrated in Sarasota and beyond. For more information, visit ppsrq.org.
