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spotlight on: ashten mckinney

Spotlight on Ashten McKinney, a Transgender/Gender Queer artist and faith leader in Haywood County. Their work provides a beacon of hope for the LGBTQIA+ community, promoting inclusivity and compassion.
QUEER CULTURE REC: Y’all Means All

The emerging voices queering appalachia Looking for something to read this week? Here’s a #QueerCultureRec straight from these hollers we call home. Y’all Means All: The Emerging Voices Queering Appalachiaedited by Z. Zane McNeill ISBN: 9781629639147 Paperback: 256 pages Publisher: PM Press (2022) Y’all Means All: The Emerging Voices Queering Appalachia amplifies the quirks and…
Poverty vs Pride:

The intersection of class and the LGBTQIA+ experience in Appalachia & beyond presents significant economic and social challenges. LGBTQ+ individuals face discrimination in employment, higher rates of poverty, and homelessness, restrictions on access to healthcare, etc. HayCo Pride aims to break this cycle through community initiatives and connections, striving for a culture where everyone can…
free market & resource fair 101

HayCo Pride is seeking applicants for booths at its Queer Culture Celebration’s Community Free Market/Resource Fair. The Free Market promotes generosity, inclusivity, and community care, offering resources and connections for all community members, particularly the LGBTQIAP2S+ community. Local vendors, artists, and organizations are invited to participate in the event.
volunteer kick-off party!

Join HayCo Pride’s Volunteer Kick-Off Party on July 5th at 6pm! Get involved in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. Meet fellow volunteers, play games, enjoy food, and learn about projects for the October Queer Culture Celebration. RSVP for location details. Connect, support, and make a positive impact in our community!
ICYMI: Celebrating Queer Pride from Hendo to HayCo

This past weekend, the vibrant spirit of our Appalachian LGBTQIA2S+ community was shining brightly throughout the mountains thanks to the record-breaking Hendersonville Pride Picnic. HayCo Pride was thrilled to be a part of this wonderful gathering as a vendor. We are still basking in the validation, joy, and purpose we experienced during the event, and…