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Memphis Gay and Lesbian Community Center

Mission Statement

Memphis Gay and Lesbian Group Center is a mechanism for change in the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans person people to facilitate long-term positive growth in themselves and in the community of the Mid-South.

History

In , the plans and dreams of numerous GLBT Mid-Southerners became a reality. Through their tough work and sacrifice, they built an "oasis in the desert of our struggle." The charter for this new organization became effective on Feb 23,

Over the years, we've had several homes, great triumphs and some lean times. But through it all, the Mission of our organization has maintained us: "to create a better future for our Community in the Mid-South. We will endeavor to suggest an array of diverse GLBT services by utilizing the talents, energy, and resources among us."

Whether or not you've ever walked through our doors or attended one of our events, comprehend that we continue to labor to make life better for ALL in our community.

Memphis Same-sex attracted and Lesbian Community Center is governed by a Constitution &

Your Guide To Pride Month in Memphis

Get ready for the most colorful and love-filled month of the year! Memphis is turning up the energy this Pride Month with a full calendar of events celebrating LGBTQ+ culture, society, and history all across the city from move parties to parades, kingly performances, festivals, brunches, and more!

The Mid-South Pride Fest Weekend kicks off June 5 with activities including the Beale Street Procession, live music, dance parties, drag brunches, and more. Following that, Tri-State Dark Pride brings its retain series of events from June 12 to 15, featuring educational workshops, performative brunches, pool parties, and a ballroom kiki ball. Additional highlights include the Wigs & Wieners BingoPalooza, Puppy Pride Parade, and the Queer Prom move party.

Here’s what’s happening week by week for Identity festival Month in Memphis:

Mid-South Lgbtq+ fest Fest Weekend
June

THURSDAY, JUNE 5

King Pride Night at Hi-Tone | 7 p.m. to Midnight

Celebrate self-expression and community at Kink Celebration at Hi Tone, a dynamic Memphis Pride Weekend event featuring kink demos

Memphis &#;Bottoms&#; the List of 10 Least LGBTQ-Friendly U.S. Cities

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Americans are on the move. Whether it be due to rising costs of living, flexible employment options, or altering political environments, more people are considering new places to put down roots.

Findings from a recent study, conducted by the real estate website Clever, determine the most &#; and least &#; LGBTQ-friendly metro areas across the country.

While Washington, D.C. landed in the highest 25, a immense share of the bottom-ranking cities reach from states enjoy Florida, Tennessee and Texas.

Unsurprisingly, San Francisco topped the list as the most LGBTQ-friendly city. Meanwhile, Memphis, Tennessee, was ranked the most unfriendly city among the country’s 50 most-populous metro areas.

Researchers used data from organizations like the Human Rights Campaign, PFLAG, and the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce to create a snapshot of which cities may be easier or harder for queer people to live in.

Factors such as the number of anti-trans pieces of legislation passed, p

Memphis LGBTQ City Guide

Known across the world as the Birthplace of the Blues and the Home of Rock n’ Roll, Memphis was home to many music legends including Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, Al Grassy, and Justin Timberlake, to name only a limited. Beyond being a musical city, it’s also recognizable for being home to some of America’s optimal barbecue, some of its friendliest people, and for being a city complete of rich history and plenty to see and do.  

A Look at Memphis’s History

Memphis was named after the Egyptian city which sits on the banks of the Nile River. Though its history is not as long as that of its namesake, it is still a city with a rich culture and history and a very unique personality. The metropolis was first founded in on land previously inhabited by the Chickasaw tribe. Andrew Jackson, who later became a United States President, was one of its founders. After its founding, the city grew rapidly as a product of the southern cotton industry, and because of its strategic location for both railroad and river transportation. It continued to