Pride Caucus

Joy, Safety, Power, and Belonging for All!

We are committed to the collective liberation of LGBTQIA+ people and all those impacted by systemic oppression. Our values are rooted in justice, equity, love, and transformative action. As the Pride Caucus, we recognize that survival is not enough, to truly be liberated, we must be able to thrive. We demand joy, safety, power, and belonging for all. These values guide how we organize, lead, and show up for one another both within the LP network and beyond.

 

The Pride Caucus is open to any member of the LGBTQIA+ Spectrum who identifies as a member of the community.

“For me, the Pride Caucus is more than a gathering. It is a lifeline. As a Black, queer local elected, this space reminds me that I am not leading alone. Surrounded by people who understand my journey, I find strength, joy, and the courage to keep fighting. Together, we transform our stories into collective power that makes our communities safer and more liberating for all”

Pride Caucus Leadership Committee

As a membership organization, we believe our work is most impactful when it is informed and guided by members. The Pride Caucus is guided by a leadership committee to help outline a vision and shared strategy, unified by this statement of values for the Pride Caucus.

RUSS BRADFORD

Councilmember
Nashville, TN

MARKUS CENICEROS

Governing Board Member
Avondale, AZ

DOMONIQUE CLEMONS

County Clerk & Register of Deeds
Flint, MI

EMILY CLOUSE

County Commissioner
Thurston County, WA

LANE SANTA CRUZ

Vice Mayor
Tuscon, AZ

ANDREA JENKINS

Councilmember
Minneapolis, MN

RUE LANDAU

Councilmember
Philadelphia, PA

JALEN MCKEE-RODRIGUEZ

Councilmember
San Antonio, TX

FRED QUINN III

Councilmember
Swissvale, PA

Join the Pride Caucus

Sign up to join the Local Progress Pride Caucus! Use the form below to sign up and you will be added to our list to receive information on upcoming meetings, events, and trainings.

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