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Proclamation Declaring June 7-13 as “LGBTQ+ Pride Week in Los Alamos” (Accepted by Los Alamos Pride Board Member Xeph Ivankovich)
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WHEREAS: everyone has the right to live without fear or prejudice, discrimination, violence, or hatred based on gender identity or expression or sexual orientation; and,
WHEREAS: June is national Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Plus (LGBTQ+) Pride Month-a time to celebrate, educate and engage the community on the issues, contributions, culture, and unique voice of LGBTQ+ people, and the impact they have on local and global communities;
WHEREAS: it is desirable to bring together LGBTQ+ people and their allies to form a tangible community of support and acceptance in Los Alamos County, to create and enhance visibility and support of diversity in our community, and support LGBTQ+ youth who are four times likelier to attempt suicide or twice as likely to be bullied at school; and,
WHEREAS: according to “Mental Health in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Youth,” published by the U.S. National Library of Medicine, visible LGBTQ+ support from parents, friends, and community during adolescence each uniquely contributed to positive well-being in young adulthood, resulting in reduction in depressive symptoms, substance use, and suicidal thoughts and behaviors.
NOW, THEREFORE, on behalf of the Council of the Incorporated County of Los Alamos, I do hereby proclaim June 7 through 13, 2026, as
“LGBTQ+ Pride Week in Los Alamos County”
and we urge our citizens to respect and honor our diverse community, celebrate and build a culture of inclusiveness and acceptance, and participate in this year’s Los Alamos Pride Festival taking place on Friday, June 12th from 3 to 7 p.m. at Central Park Square.
DATED this 9th day of June 2026.