Meanwhile, some praised the move.įuller says he acknowledges everyone will not be pleased with The Center's new course. "We've tried to include as many opinions as we can and we've tried to come to the best compromise that we can."Īt the time, an Aurora police sergeant wrote an open letter asking the organizers of Denver PrideFest to reconsider the decision to exclude law enforcement.
"Well our announcement last year about Denver Pride and not including police in that event was very controversial and very hurtful to a number of people in the community, most specifically LGBT police officers," Fuller said. Rex Fuller, CEO of The Center on Colfax, sat down exclusively with Denver7 about the conversations prompting the change for 2022. At the time, the Denver-based nonprofit, which operates as a LGBTQ community center, said the decision was to stand in solidarity against "police violence aimed at the Black community.". Law enforcement agencies were not allowed to participate in last year's parade or as exhibitors - a decision that made headlines. In addition, the group will provide training and support for LGBTQ officers and first responders throughout the year. The participation will be called "Pride on Duty Colorado." The plan is for officers and first responders to form a "marching contingent" for the parade.
The Center serves as the official organizer for Denver's PrideFest events, and this year, police officers and first responders who identify as members of the LGBTQ community will be allowed to participate in the parade. Now, there are changes in store for the 2022 Denver PrideFest parade. Donations and proceeds directly fund infrastructure services, organization development and annual special events for our LGBT+ & Community At Large, supporters and visitors to Fort Worth & Tarrant County.DENVER - It's been a year of listening and reflecting for The Center on Colfax. Our Treasure Hunt & Pet Fest event is an opportunity for our families and allies with children and fur babies to get together and celebrate each other. Pride Week is held in October when we have the Pride Parade, Water Garden Festival and Pride Picnic but, there are also Pride events and activities throughout the year. TCGPWA produces the largest LGBT & LGBT Community attended events in Tarrant County. As well as educate and celebrate the diversity of the LGBT Community of Tarrant County, its Families, Friends, and Supporters. “Pride” celebrations and events are to promote a positive image for the community regarding LGBT individuals.
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