Historical marker honoring LGBTQ activist Gloria Casarez is Pennsylvania’s first for person of Latino descent
The tribute will be unveiled at Philadelphia City Hall.
Posts tagged with Office of LGBT Affairs
Reinventing Philly’s Pride Parade: What happens next?
A new group is working to create a celebration that’s affordable, representative, and inclusive — without police.
Philly LGBTQ history: An overview of the city’s legacy of pride
From Quaker house parties to the black-and-brown-striped flag.
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Philly Pride shopping guide: Where to support LGBTQ businesses
Since the city doesn’t keep track, we crowdsourced a map.
More than a year after Philly’s gender-neutral bathroom bill, no one’s been cited
The city's fielded just three complaints about public bathrooms that are supposed to be labeled gender-neutral
Why Philly’s new pride flag is causing a controversy (video)
The black and brown stripes are a nod to inclusivity, but some see the design as divisive.
Philly’s new LBGT director: ‘It’s a challenging time for our community’
Amber Hikes was introduced at a City Hall ceremony Thursday.