Atlanta police are investigating vandalism at an LGBTQ Pride event dedicated to celebrating Black queer communities globally. The incident occurred at a hotel in midtown Atlanta during an event for Global Black Pride. Authorities believe an intoxicated hotel guest caused the damage and are still searching for the suspect. Global Black Pride condemned the incident as an act of hatred and vowed to continue celebrating pride and resilience. The festival includes workshops, art exhibits, a health conference, and marches and features headliners like Billy Porter and Nigerian singers Yemi Alade and Omawumi. More than half of Black LGBTQ U.S. adults live in the South, with about 194,000 identifying as LGBTQ in the Atlanta metropolitan area. The Global Black Pride festival began during the pandemic in 2020 and is held every two years, with 2022 being the first in-person event. The incident highlights the ongoing struggle for equality and acceptance in the LGBTQ community.
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Atlanta hotel vandalized Black LGBTQ Pride event, authorities report
