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  2020-06-24

  2020 Virtual Pride Event

  The Pride events that normally are live and in-person are now going to be going virtual due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Even though, this may be seen as a bad thing it is to keep all participants safe as the pandemic has been raging and the goal is to still celebrate Pride and also keep everyone safe. There is one positive that comes out of this online pride this year which is that allows people who may normally not participate in other parts of the world who could not travel to New York City or their area or country outlaws LGBTQ things can simply just have internet and log on and participate and celebrate pride. This being online may impact others in a positive manner by allowing these new people to have the courage to be advocates for LGBTQ people.
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  2019-09-13

  Canceled Pride Parade

  My first time at a Pride parade was in 2019. The time at the pride parade made me super proud of who I am and that facet of my life. The photo I chose from the parade is that of the giant unicorn. I chose to use the unicorn photo because it truly represents LGBTQ+ people I feel because many people in my community consider themselves a unicorn which represents a mythological creature that is a myth and shows people view them as unique. The reason this picture represents Covid-19 is that for the past two years the Pride Parade in Durham, North Carolina has been canceled. It has bummed me out not being able to go to the Pride parade because having a new excitement for my community made me sad that I could not continue this. Also, I was looking forward to this event annually and making it a tradition.
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  2020-08-31

  Photo of LGBTQ protesters

  This photo shows protesters, one holding a pride flag, and police.
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  2020-11-06

  Vacation Visits

  I had the most gracious and welcoming hosts on my trip to Alaska. I barely knew them aside from our communications over a horse I’d sold them and they invited me to visit, stay, and spend some time exploring the great outdoors of Alaska on horseback with them. After we finished one of our rides, we came across a group of people from the inlands of Alaska. None of this group had ever been on a horse, let alone seen one up close. The horse I sold proudly stood there while each kid took a turn sitting in the saddle and getting a taste of what being horseback was all about. It was one of my most proud moments of this great big mustang gelding that I tamed, broke, started, trained, and put out into the world to make it a better place.
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  2020-06-25

  Utah Pride Center advertises free Covid-19 testing

  The Utah Pride Center shared on their Instagram account that they would be offering free Covid-19 testing on June 27, 2020. Access to healthcare and testing is especially critical for marginalized communities, such as the LGBTQ+ community.
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  2020-06-27

  Free Covid-19 testing at Utah Pride Center

  The Utah Pride Center was recently forced to lay off staff due to a lack of funds because of the pandemic. However, they have continued to provide critical services when needed. They partnered with University of Utah Health to offer free Covid-19 testing.
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  2020-06-30

  LGBTQ+ Flag

  LGBTQ+ Flag
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  2020-06-19

  Bathroom Black Lives Matter LGBTQ+ Amazon Announcement

  In this Announcement posted above the urinal in the Amazon Warehouse bathroom, the link between Black Lives Matter, the LGBTQ+ movement, and Amazon is made explicit. Clearly Amazon is actively choosing to endorse the Black Lives Matter movement in light of the fact that protesters were risking people's lives, according to the narrative, because many were not social-distancing during their protests, thus putting the public i.e. the elderly at risk. So this stance is noteworthy.
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  2020-06-28

  Black Lives Matter, Trans Lives Matter, Gay Lives Matter

  Tyler Coffey posted this vibrant image featuring a person holding a sign that reads "Black Lives Matter, Trans Lives Matter, Queer Lives Matter," while standing in front of a colorfully decorate van, on his Instagram account. There is also a sign on the front of the van that reads "The first pride was a riot." The person holding the sign, as well as another figure in the background, are wearing masks due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This photograph was posted during San Francisco's pride weekend, traditionally held the last weekend in June. Rainbow flags and other apparel items are clearly seen in the background.
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  2020-06-25

  COVID-19 and SF Pride

  Street photographer, Alex Stemplewski, captured a special moment between a gay couple during June, pride month, in San Francisco. The video begins as Alex approaches the couple. The viewer is reminded of the presence of the COVID-19 pandemic of a mask in the opening of the video. In addition to taking stunning photographs for the couple, Alex listened to what the couple had to say about challenges facing the gay community today.
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  2020-04-27

  Data suggests the 'crazy science deniers' may have been right to compare coronavirus to the flu

  This article is important because it describes a rationale that compares COVID 19 to the flu and the reason why Americans are afraid of saying they are comparable.
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  2020-05-30

  Wisconsin's LGBTQ communities recognize, celebrate Pride Month despite COVID-19 limitations

  With the Covid-19 outbreak, the LGBTQ community is still finding ways to celebrate Pride Month. In Wisconsin, the gay night club "This Is It," has been live steaming drag shows and other organizations are exploring ways to still celebrate Pride despite the impact of Covid-19. I'm looking forward to potentially joining a virtual pride event and interested in how it would work. With the advent of technology things are much more accessible than they used to be and I'm glad people can still participate in some way.
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  2020-05-23

  What Prides across Utah are looking like now

  The Utah Pride Festival has been moved to September of this year. However, they will be participating in a Global Pride event later in June. Different regions in Utah have made similar adjustments for their pride celebrations. I wonder if pride events rescheduled for later in the year will end up being cancelled due to a second wave of COVID-19. The uncertainty is scary, but the sense of community that is being fostered by Pride events helps alleviate some of the stress of feeling uncertain or disconnected. #ASU #HST580
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  2020-05-02

  Utah Pride Center lays off much of its staff as donations slow because of Covid-19 and postponed Pride Festival

  Due to the impact of COVID-19, the Utah Pride Center was forced to lay off much of their staff. The impact of the pandemic on local LGBTQ resources makes me worry for some in the community who would otherwise have jobs or be getting help. #ASU #HST580
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  2020-05-22

  "More Color More Pride" Rainbow Face Mask

  As more Americans embrace the idea of wearing face masks in public spaces, a new market has emerged for high fashion, novelty, or statement masks.
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  2020-04-03

  Virtual Arizona Pride First Press Release

  This is the first official press release from Virtual Arizona Pride.
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  2020-04-03

  Virtual Arizona Pride Presenter/Performer Information

  This document shows the guidelines for presenters and performers at the first Virtual AZ Pride event. In addition to logistical challenges such as scheduling, this document also shows the care put in to ensuring online safety and security of the space.
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  2020-04-03

  Virtual Arizona Pride Call

  This document is a description and outline of the first Virtual AZ Pride event.
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  2020-04-01

  Virtual Arizona Pride Logo

  With Phoenix Pride postponed, Virtual AZ Pride emerged as a new, virtual event meant to build community. This is the original logo for Virtual AZ Pride.
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  2020-04-01

  Virtual Arizona Pride

  This is the official website for Virtual Arizona Pride. Screenshot taken 05/19/2020.
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  2020-04-01

  "Virtual Arizona Pride"-- Echo Mag

  Echo Mag, an LGBTQ news source from Phoenix, provides an in-depth account of Virtual AZ Pride's goals and purpose. From the article: "With an attitude of resilience, the community bands together to put together a Virtual Pride weekend April 3-5"
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  2020-04-01

  "Coronavirus postponed Pride, so the party is going online. Here's how to celebrate"

  This article notes the shift from Phoenix Pride to a new virtual Pride event. From the article: "To fight the spread of the new coronavirus, Phoenix Pride 2020 was postponed. But members and allies of the LGBTQ community can still celebrate this weekend, online from the safety of home."
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  2020-04-01

  "The Best (Virtual) Things to Do in Metro Phoenix This Week"

  One of the events mentioned in this article is the newly formed Virtual AZ Pride. The article speaks to community excitement about the new event. From the article: "Arizona Pride It’s been nearly 40 years since activists organized the first Pride march in Phoenix. This year, the annual event will get a new twist, as people avoid large crowds to help stem the spread of COVID-19. The first Virtual Arizona Pride event is happening on Saturday and Sunday, April 4 and 5. Expect an eclectic lineup of conversations, film screenings, music, comedy, drag storytimes, performances, and pop-up shops. The free virtual event is a way to support the local LGBTQ+ community, experience work by local creatives, learn more about Arizona LGBTQ+ history, and show a little love through online donations to participating creatives if you feel inspired to do so. You can find the daily schedule online."
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  2020-05-16

  Virtual Arizona Pride Presents: Third Saturdays

  Following the postponement of Phoenix Pride in April, a group of activists and organizations came together to host the first-ever Virtual Arizona Pride. The response was so positive that the team behind #VirtualAZPride decided to continue online programming every third Saturday of every month. As their website explains "Our Third Saturday series will feature a select, curated day programming similar to what you saw at #VitualAZPride, from partners old and new." This flyer (designed by Felicia Minor) provides an outline of the *first* Third Saturday event, and shows the range of programming such an event holds.
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  05/12/2020

  COVID-19: Creating an Alternative Commencement! : A Proud Viking for 2020

  Two signs stand in this yard, showing the strength and pride of this senior and their family.
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  2020-03-31

  Quarantine pride

  Celebrating trans pride in quarantine
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  2020-04-17

  Arizona's LGBTQ Community Goes Virtual

  From Facebook: "Join for a discussion about Arizona's LGBTQ Community reponse to being quarantined. Special Guest will be Equality Arizona, RipplePHX, Social Distancing Hotline, Virtual Arizona Pride, and PHX Gayborhood Pride. Hosted by the Arizona LGBT+ History Project"
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  2020-04-20

  Gay couple hand out rainbow masks on the streets of Poland

  Pride-themed protective equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic
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  2020-03-29

  Este partido lo jugamos todos

  Tweet from President Martín Vizcarra