Science & Technology

#ShowUp Stories: Michael | New York, NY

Meet Michael, a Nigerian LGBTQ+ rights activist who fled persecution in his home country and found refuge in the big city.

Everyone has a reason to #ShowUp – in spirit and in person, at parades and marches, in cities big and small. This year we traveled to Prides all across America to talk to members of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies about why they show up.

For more stories, visit pride.google.com

#ShowUp Stories: Jash | Wichita, KS

Meet Jash, an elementary school supervisor who speaks to the importance of owning their unique concept of gender and stepping into the discomfort to make the world a better place.

Everyone has a reason to #ShowUp – in spirit and in person, at parades and marches, in cities big and small. This year we traveled to Prides all across America to talk to members of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies about why they show up.

For more stories, visit pride.google.com

#ShowUp Stories: Freeman | Providence, RI

Meet Freeman T. Freeman, a man who truly lives up to his name as a volunteer supporting fellow LGBTQ+ elders in gaining the confidence to be vocal.

Everyone has a reason to #ShowUp – in spirit and in person, at parades and marches, in cities big and small. This year we traveled to Prides all across America to talk to members of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies about why they show up.

For more stories, visit pride.google.com

#ShowUp Stories: Stephen | Providence, RI

Meet Stephen, the first out trans-identified coach in the country who tells an inspiring story of how his journey helps pave the way for transgender youth.

Everyone has a reason to #ShowUp – in spirit and in person, at parades and marches, in cities big and small. This year we traveled to Prides all across America to talk to members of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies about why they show up.

For more stories, visit pride.google.com

#ShowUp Stories: Candice & Marisa | Los Angeles, CA

Meet Candice and Marisa, a couple whose relationship models what’s possible for younger generations.

Everyone has a reason to #ShowUp – in spirit and in person, at parades and marches, in cities big and small. This year we traveled to Prides all across America to talk to members of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies about why they show up.

For more stories, visit pride.google.com

#ShowUp Stories: Mia | Los Angeles, CA

Meet Mia, the lawyer who uses her power to fairly represent activists and demonstrators, reminding us that “whatever you do for free will define you.”

Everyone has a reason to #ShowUp – in spirit and in person, at parades and marches, in cities big and small. This year we traveled to Prides all across America to talk to members of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies about why they show up.

For more stories, visit pride.google.com

#ShowUp Stories: Jennicet | Los Angeles, CA

Meet Jennicet, an activist whose personal experience fuels her fight for the rights of undocumented transgender individuals.

Everyone has a reason to #ShowUp – in spirit and in person, at parades and marches, in cities big and small. This year we traveled to Prides all across America to talk to members of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies about why they show up.

For more stories, visit pride.google.com

#ShowUp Stories: Brian | Los Angeles, CA

Meet Brian, the man who led the charge in turning LA’s Pride parade into a full on Resist March.

Everyone has a reason to #ShowUp – in spirit and in person, at parades and marches, in cities big and small. This year we traveled to Prides all across America to talk to members of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies about why they show up.

For more stories, visit pride.google.com

#ShowUp Stories: Shanté & Tori | Birmingham, AL

Meet Shanté and Tori, the first same-sex couple to marry in Alabama who are showing up to shift the narrative.

Everyone has a reason to #ShowUp – in spirit and in person, at parades and marches, in cities big and small. This year we traveled to Prides all across America to talk to members of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies about why they show up.

For more stories, visit pride.google.com