NEW YORK, NY (June 15, 2023) – Equalpride, the nation’s leading LGBTQ+ owned and operated media company, and Heritage of Pride, the city's premier organization dedicated to celebrating and supporting the LGBTQ+ community, proudly announces the release of its eighth annual Pride Guide. The guide is an insightful collection of stories about queer history, inspirational icons and groundbreaking artists, supplemented by comprehensive coverage and listings of NYC Pride Week events.
Equalpride is a proud media sponsor of NYC Pride 2023.
This year's Pride Guide will take readers on an enlightening journey into the heart of the LGBTQ+ movement's rich history and vibrant present. It explores the iconic figures who have helped shape the narrative, the artists who use their craft to express and communicate the community's experiences and the remarkable stories that make up the queer tapestry.
Heritage of Pride has commissioned Thaddeus Coates, a renowned artist celebrated for his distinct style and his commitment to representation, to create this year's cover illustration. His artwork encapsulates the spirit of pride, courage and diversity that is emblematic of the LGBTQ+ community.
"The NYC Pride Guide is not just a listing of events, it's a testament to our vibrant community and a celebration of our history and progress," said Mark Berryhill, CEO of equalpride. "We are excited to showcase Thaddeus Coates' artwork on the cover. His work resonates with the strength and resilience that is woven into our community's DNA."
The guide further offers in-depth coverage and a detailed schedule of the numerous events scheduled throughout NYC Pride Week. From parades to concerts, exhibits to advocacy workshops, the guide ensures that everyone has access to join in the festivities.
The NYC Pride Guide is available now on NYC Pride's official website. Readers can immerse themselves in the wealth of knowledge, inspiration and connection offered by this cherished annual publication.
For more information, visit nycpride.org.
ABOUT EQUALPRIDE
Equalpride is the leading certified LGBTQ+ owned & operated media, digital, social, TV, print and entertainment company in the country. Our mission is to provide content of inspiration, hope, community, equality and love through our platforms that reach a vast majority of the American LGBTQ+ audience every month and increasingly women and people of color, which make up 50% and 25% of our monthly audience, respectively. We are a diverse community of storytellers, innovators, and influencers who believe in giving a voice to all people! Our portfolio includes some of the world’s most prestigious LGBTQ+ brands: Out, The Advocate, Out Traveler, Plus, PRIDE.COM, and the all-new Advocate Channel.
ABOUT HERITAGE OF PRIDE
Heritage of Pride, Inc. is the volunteer-directed organization behind the official NYC Pride roster of events. Heritage of Pride’s mission is to work toward a future without discrimination where all people have equal rights under the law. We do this by producing LGBTQIA+ Pride events that inspire, educate, commemorate, and celebrate our diverse community.
EQUALPRIDE MEDIA CONTACT
Marie-Adélina de la Ferrière | marie-adelina@equalpride.com
HERITAGE OF PRIDE MEDIA CONTACT
Dan Dimant | dan@nycpride.org
David Clarke | d.clarke@nycpride.org