Last weekend's Stonewall Rising march was an act of solidarity by Richmond's LGBTQ community, which took this opportunity during Pride Month to march in support of Black lives. On Saturday, June 27, Richmond's LGBTQ community commemorated the last weekend of Pride...
Supporting the Black Community During Pride Month
It's Pride month, and in a time of frustration and action over police violence, local LGBTQ organizations are focusing their advocacy and support efforts on helping and uplifting the black LGBTQ community. Tear gas and pepper spray sting the eyes of protesters. Masked...
How Richmond’s LGBTQ Nonprofits Prep For Pandemic Life
Nonprofits dedicated to helping Richmond’s LGBTQ community contemplate reopening, having taken serious financial losses, all while developing new ways to reach those in need. On May 5, Diversity Thrift posted a photo to Facebook of employees Ivan and Darren,...
How Central VA’s LGBTQ Community Is Responding To Coronavirus
Plans are changing. Alternate arrangements are being made. Around Richmond and central Virginia, LGBTQ organizations are adjusting to the restrictions required by coronavirus. Here's what you need to know. From the tediousness of sheltering in place to the terrifying...
Celebrating 50 Years Of Health Brigade
For 50 years, Health Brigade has been working hard to offer medical assistance to disadvantaged and marginalized communities in Richmond. Their 50th anniversary is certainly worth celebrating. UPDATE, 3/12/20, 3 PM: Due to concerns over the coronavirus, Health Brigade...
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