On Monday, October 11th beginning 12:00 pm at Camden County College- Blackwood, Jersey Gay Pride, local organizations, individuals, and performers will celebrate New Jersey’s LGBTQ+ community with an event called “Out Jersey Fest.” The event will feature a mix of performances, messages from organizations, and individual shows of support for the LGBTQA+ community.
The event is free and open to the public. Click here for more details.
*Please note their may be adjustments in order comply with the CDC and State regulations regarding COVID-19.
What is National Coming Out Day?
National Coming Out Day is an annual LGBT awareness day observed on October 11, to support lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people in "Coming out of the closet".
Though not everyone can safely come out, many people use the day to share their own personal coming out stories, support those who choose to keep their identities a secret or come out themselves.
This particular National Coming Out Day comes amidst a troubling time for LGBT folks in the United States. On October 8, the Supreme Court began considering whether the federal employment law – which prevents discrimination based on sex – also encompasses discrimination claims based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
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