Oregon: Portland Latino Gay Pride

Topix Gay News  Apr 14 08

A planning committee formed in January 2006 to organize the first Portland Latino Gay Pride Celebration. Made up of community volunteers, the planning committee partnered with El Hispanic Newspaper and Jupiter Hotel to create an event that recognized the talents and contributions of Gay Latinos and Latinas. With a proclamation by Portland Mayor Tom Potter, and Multnomah County Commissioner Maria Rojo de Steffey a new community tradition was established. Coordinating efforts with Pride Northwest Inc and the annual Pride Festival, the Portland Latino Gay Pride celebration provides an opportunity to educate, celebrate and bring people together. Full story...

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