USAP NEWS ARCHIVE

Oct 11

U.S. Association of Prides and Atlanta Pride announce Hurricane Solidarity Fund for LGBTQ+ Pride organizers in the Southeast

New fund will provide assistance some of the most vulnerable LGBTQ+ Pride organizations impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Marsha H. Levine

Aug 22

Member Highlights

Here is How We Work Together

The biggest value of USA Prides and a collaborative Pride movement is our ability to learn from and support each other

USA Prides

Jul 19

Press Releases and Statements

USA Prides statement on Tennessee drag ban court ruling

USA Prides expresses dismay and alarm at dismissal of Tennessee drag ban court challenge, stands with Tennessee community and plaintiffs

USA Prides

Jun 4

Co-Presidents' Corner

Co-Presidents' Corner: Happy Pride!

As we approach another vibrant Pride season, we find ourselves reflecting on the incredible journey we've embarked on together.

Ensuring Safety and Security: Preparing Pride Organizations

Chris Davin

May 15

Pride 101

Ensuring Safety and Security: Preparing Pride Organizations

The Importance of Security Preparedness for Pride Organizers

Groundbreaking Play Triumphs Over Controversy, Raises Over $6,000 for Charity

Union County Pride

Apr 25

Member Highlights

Groundbreaking Play Triumphs Over Controversy, Raises Over $6,000 for Charity

North Carolina-based Union County Pride hosted drag-themed play raising funds for charity

Jonathan Balash

Apr 19

Member Highlights

Total Eclipse of the Heartland

Spencer Pride hosted a full day of programming in celebration of the Total Solar Eclipse.

USA Prides

Feb 21

Press Releases and Statements

USA Prides Mourns Death of Nex Benedict, Calls for Solidarity in Face of Other Anti-Trans Attacks

Our hearts break for Nex and for Nex’s family, and we shudder knowing how much fear is being instilled in youth across the country.

USA Prides

Jan 26

Press Releases and Statements

USA Prides Unveils New Logo, Embracing Vibrancy and Unity in the Pride Movement

USA Prides unveiled its new brand identity at its national conference in Las Vegas on Jan. 26, 2024.

USAP seeks co-host for 2025 USAP National Conference

USA Prides

Dec 18, 2023

USAP Updates

USAP seeks co-host for 2025 USAP National Conference

USAP seeks Pride organizations or USAP Districts as co-host for 2025 national conference.

USAP Board seeks to fill Treasurer, three District Representative vacancies

USA Prides

Dec 8, 2023

USAP Updates

USAP Board seeks to fill Treasurer, three District Representative vacancies

The U.S. Association of Prides is seeking to fill three District Representative vacancies.

USAP opens scholarships for 2024 conference

USA Prides

Oct 26, 2023

USAP Updates

USAP opens scholarships for 2024 conference

The USAP Conference Scholarship allows USAP to support individual Pride organizers who may not otherwise be able to attend.

USA Prides

Oct 9, 2023

USAP Updates

2024 USAP Board Election Results

The U.S. Association of Prides held board elections this October for terms beginning on January 1, 2024

USAP opens call for candidates for the Board of Directors

USA Prides

Aug 15, 2023

USAP Updates

USAP opens call for candidates for the Board of Directors

The United States Association of Prides will hold an election this fall for its Board of Directors.

USAP Condemns Supreme Court Ruling Permitting Discrimination of LGBTQ+ People

USA Prides

Jul 8, 2023

Press Releases and Statements

USAP Condemns Supreme Court Ruling Permitting Discrimination of LGBTQ+ People

The recent Supreme Court ruling is nothing more than a dangerous misappropriation of the fundamental right to freedom of speech.

USA Prides

May 5, 2023

In the News

USAP in the News: Pride & Drag Bans

Associated Press: Pride organizers keep eye on drag laws ahead of festivals

USA Prides

Apr 28, 2023

USAP issues National Call to Action

The U.S. Association of Prides today issued a national call to action, urging all Pride organizers and LGBTQ+ community members to take loca

Member Pride sought to co-host 2024 USAP Conference

USA Prides

Mar 3, 2023

USAP Updates

Member Pride sought to co-host 2024 USAP Conference

USAP is seeking letters of interest from member organizations who would like to co-host our 2024 national conference.

USA Prides

Mar 3, 2023

USAP Updates

2023 Conference Recap: Thank you!

USAP's first in-person national conference at the end of January was a resounding success! We're so happy that many were able to join us in

USA Prides

Jan 31, 2023

Press Releases and Statements

USAP Statement on Tyre Nichols

USAP is holding space in remembrance of Mr. Nichols and his family. Our deepest sympathies and condolences to the Nichols family.