2021 Digital Pride Guide
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WELCOME!<br />
Hi! My name is Chelsea Diederich and I am the<br />
<strong>2021</strong> Fargo-Moorhead <strong>Pride</strong> Planning Committee<br />
Chair. The entire FM <strong>Pride</strong> Planning Committee<br />
welcomes you to our inclusive weekend of events.<br />
This is my first year as chair for the committee, and<br />
I look forward to meeting more people in my role.<br />
My wife, Brittany, and I live in Fargo with our three<br />
rambunctious animals. We enjoy being with family<br />
and friends and traveling to new places.<br />
I joined the committee to grow as a person, learn<br />
more about my community and make a difference<br />
for people. FM <strong>Pride</strong> is only one weekend a year, but<br />
the impact this weekend has is powerful. Whether<br />
it’s your first time attending a pride event, or you<br />
have been to many in years past, I hope we can<br />
connect so I can hear your stories and truths.<br />
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WHAT’S<br />
INSIDE<br />
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS<br />
<strong>2021</strong> PROUD PARTNERS<br />
<strong>2021</strong> GRAND MARSHAL<br />
CONRAD LARSON<br />
ORAL HISTORY PROJECT<br />
THE EFFECTS OF THE<br />
PANDEMIC ON QUEER<br />
YOUTH<br />
RED RIVER<br />
RAINBOW SENIORS<br />
PROJECT R.A.I.<br />
PRIDE PARADE ROUTE<br />
I AM HOPEFUL<br />
<strong>2021</strong> PRIDE<br />
PLANNING COMMITTEE<br />
PRIDE COLLECTIVE &<br />
COMMUNITY CENTER<br />
COMMUNITY SUPPORT<br />
This year showed us more than ever how important<br />
it is to rally together and support one another. Harmful legislation attacked transgender<br />
youth, which was ultimately vetoed by Governor Burgum. We need to work together<br />
to protect and amplify transgender peoples’ stories. We need to ask what they need<br />
from us and we need to listen. We need to be vigilant and watch for more legislation<br />
attempting to push down people for just living and existing as themselves. We have<br />
to stand up for what’s right to make an impact towards equal rights for all.<br />
Our committee hopes you enjoy all that the weekend has to offer. Whether you are<br />
taking part in the virtual 5K, spending the afternoon at <strong>Pride</strong> in the Park, or cheering at<br />
the FM <strong>Pride</strong> Parade, we hope you are able to meet new people and most importantly<br />
feel comfortable being yourself.<br />
As you celebrate, be sure to thank FM <strong>Pride</strong>’s growing number of sponsors, vendors,<br />
venues and volunteers who continue to ensure that each year is a memorable one.<br />
Happy <strong>Pride</strong>!<br />
Chelsea Diederich<br />
<strong>2021</strong> FM <strong>Pride</strong> Planning Committee Chair<br />
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