Worth noting: The group's executive director announced her resignation in June as criticism over the lack of inclusion increased, AP reports. We care too much to stand in the way," the organization said in a statement. We have heard the concerns of the QTBIPOC community and others. What they're saying: "It is clear to us that our community needs and wants change without the involvement of Boston Pride. The advocacy group MassEquality told AP that while the dissolution is a loss for the LGBTQ community, they expect that a new organization will take over to organize the parade.Why it matters: It now is unclear who will organize the Boston Pride Parade, which was rescheduled from June to October this year due to the pandemic. ** Boston Pride shutting down amid criticism over lack of inclusion​ Oriana Gonzalez9 hours ago - Politics & Policyīoston Pride announced it will be shutting down after 50 years amid calls for change from members of the LGBTQ community who accused it of excluding people of color and transgender people. This reminds me of Philly choosing to dissolve their org due to QTBIPOC lobbying.
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