Silver State Equality
Equality Luncheon
Culinary Academy 710 W Lake Mead Blvd, North Las Vegas, NV, United StatesThe Equality Luncheon is an opportunity to learn about enacted pro-equality legislation from the previous legislative session and potential legislation for the upcoming year. Attendees will also hear about a few LGBTQ+ community initiatives happening in Southern Nevada
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2nd Annual HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Dinner
Culinary Academy 710 W Lake Mead Blvd, North Las Vegas, NV, United StatesWe are happy to have you join us for the 2nd Annual National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Dinner and Show, brought to you by Silver State Equality, Minority Health Consultants and Black Queer Men of Las Vegas. This event is sponsored by Aetna, NV Energy, and The Links Incorporated Las Vegas (NV) Chapter.
This event includes dinner and a cash bar (must be at least 21 years old with proof of a valid ID) and is free to attend. Registration is required. Space is limited.
The purpose of the event is to use entertainment and education as a way to celebrate the gains made in HIV prevention, highlight the work being done to decrease HIV stigma and boost HIV testing, prevention, and treatment, and envision a future without HIV/AIDS.
Performances by Vogue Robinson, author and Clark County Nevada's second poet laureate in 2017; Javon Johnson, a three-time poetry slam champion and four-time national finalist; Brittany Soul, spoken word artist; Andy Feds, comedian and HIV awareness and education advocate, and a dance performance by CJ Edwards, Mr. Gay USofA.
Guests will also hear from Davina "Dee" Connor, an international speaker and HIV advocate and educator; Chyna "Yoshi" St. Laurent, transgender advocate, the Nevada Faith & Health Coalition, and more.
Our emcee for the evening is comedian and actor Clark Lewis.
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Sex and Candy
The Center 401 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV, United StatesA conversation about queer sexual health practices and how to keep our community safe in the time of MPOX. Come for the sex talk, stay for the candy buffet! Free and open to anyone 18+. Sponsored by Silver State Equality/Institute and Gender Justice.
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You can join us virtually too! RSVP to learn more.
Silver State Equality and HRC in Nevada Happy Hour
The Garden 1017 S 1st St #180, Las Vegas, United StatesThe 2023 Silver State Equality and the Human Rights Campaign in Nevada Happy Hour is the time for our community to come together to celebrate Pride! Each guest who RSVPs will receive two complimentary drink tickets. Light refreshments available while they last!
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Equality Luncheon
Culinary Academy 710 W Lake Mead Blvd, North Las Vegas, NV, United StatesThe purpose of the Equality Luncheon is to educate the LGBTQ+ community, and allies, about the pro-equality bills that went through the legislative process during the 2023 Nevada Legislative Session. Additionally, an LGBTQ+ community leader/advocate will be recognized and presented with an award for their work. Sponsorship and tabling opportunities are available. Tickets are available online.
Equality Awards
Kaos at Palms 4321 W Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, United StatesAs Nevada’s statewide LGBTQ+ civil rights organization, Silver State Equality brings the voices of LGBTQ+ people and allies to institutions of power in Nevada and across the United States, striving to create a world that is healthy, just, and fully equal for all LGBTQ+ people. Our Annual Equality Awards are an opportunity to honor inspirational leaders and outstanding allied organizations while renewing our collective commitment in the fight for equality. This festive event is attended by influential leaders of the LGBTQ+ movement; federal, state, and local officials; business and labor leaders; celebrities; and members of the medical and legal communities, among other notables.
Honorees and additional special guests and performances to be announced soon!