2024 Las Vegas Dinner Program Book

PROGRAM BOOK | MAY 11, 2024

WELCOME LETTER

We are deeply honored to extend a warm WELCOME to all our cherished friends, family, colleagues, and loved ones at the 17th Annual Human Rights Campaign Las Vegas Gala. We express our heartfelt gratitude to each of you for gracing us with your presence tonight as we come together in unity to celebrate LGBTQ+ Equality.

Even as we rejoice in this moment, we cannot overlook the challenging historical period we find ourselves in, a chapter that will undoubtedly be etched into the annals of American history. The LGBTQ+ community faces relentless assaults on multiple fronts, from legislative arenas to media platforms and within our own communities. Our very freedoms, safety, and existence are under threat. HRC is currently tracking over 500 anti-LGBTQ legislative bills and laws aimed squarely at jeopardizing the lives and well-being of LGBTQ+ individuals. Particularly alarming are those targeting our transgender siblings, endangering their access to essential medical care and legal protections. We must recognize that the attacks being waged against the LGBTQ+ community nationwide could easily encroach upon our own Nevada doorstep. We must not permit such an outcome.

In the words of civil Rights Icon John Lewis “Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, be optimistic. Our struggle is not the struggle of a day, a week, a month, or a year, it is the struggle of a lifetime. Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble.”

While tonight is dedicated to honoring and uplifting our exceptional Equality Honorees, we also extend our deepest appreciation to our Federal Club members and Major Donors. Your unwavering support is the lifeblood of our vital work.

We extend our heartfelt thanks and admiration to the dedicated volunteers of the HRC Las Vegas Steering Committee. This committee has remained steadfast, united, and committed to our collective mission.

Grounded in HRC’s ongoing commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, we work to amplify the voices of those most marginalized and who are most vulnerable amongst us.

We have forged new alliances and partnerships with fellow advocates, united in our quest for LGBTQ+ Equality. We lend our unwavering support to our coalition partners.

Tonight, in this sacred moment, each and every one of you reaffirms our collective belief that together we will carve out history. Together, we will vanquish all legislative and media assaults against our community, and together, we will realize full equality for every LGBTQ+ individual—without exception.

BRIAN MARTIN & MARK SUNDERMEIER

NIK HARRIS

HRC SPEAKER

Shenika “Nik” Harris (she/they), is a queer gender non-conforming attorney, activist, and speaker. She is a native of Tallahassee, Florida and obtained her undergraduate degree in Political Science from Florida A&M University and her law degree from Florida State University. She is licensed to practice law in Florida and Washington DC.

Nik currently serves as the Vice President, Strategic Outreach & Engagement for the Human Rights Campaign and previously served as the LGBTQ Consumer Advocate for the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. This position was appointed by Commissioner Nikki Fried and was the fi rst LGBTQ position to a member of the Florida Cabinet. Prior to this appointment, Nik served as Senior Attorney at the Florida Department of Transportation and as a prosecutor at the Florida Department of Health. Nik conducts training on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is certi fi ed by Cornell University in Diversity & Inclusion.

She was the fi rst Black woman elected to serve as Vice-Chair of the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) National Board of Governors. She serves on the boards of Ruth’s List and IGNITE Women’s Services, is Vice-President of the Dolphin Democrats (Broward County’s LGBTQ Democratic Caucus), Vice-President of the Florida LGBTQ Democratic Caucus, serves on the Broward County Sheriff’s Social Justice Task Force, the Broward State Attorney’s Advisory Council and is a BIG in the Big Brothers Big Sisters Pride Program. In 2020 she was selected as a Victory Empowerment Fellow, one of eight people selected from across the country. She was elected as a Biden Presidential delegate in 2020 representing Florida’s 22nd Congressional District.

One of her proudest achievements is the founding of “Thou Art Woman”, a signature open mic event, with her friend and fellow attorney Ghenete “G” Wright. The event series celebrates LGBTQ women and their allies through performance and visual art. Attorney Harris has been the recipient of countless awards, including the 2019 Ruth’s List: Women Breaking the Glass Ceiling Award; and the 2020 recipient of the LGBTQ Leadership Award by the Florida Diversity Council. She is an awardwinning Toastmaster and speaks across the country in support of equality.

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RON QUINN EQUALITY AWARD

A resident of Las Vegas since 1991, Ron first became aware of HRC Las Vegas upon attending the inaugural HRC Gala in 2006. Subsequently, he was invited to join the Las Vegas Steering Committee as the Volunteer Coordinator and established a “first in the country” HRC volunteer support program. Thereafter his roles included Membership, Gala Tri-Chair, Steering Committee Co-Chair, and was a member of the National Board of Governors for two terms. He was active in recruiting not only general volunteers, but those who became successors to the Committee and the Board. He was ever-present representing HRCLV at local events and mixers and was dubbed the nickname “Mr. HRC” in Las Vegas.

In his professional career, Ron has been in the business arena since he was a teen, having entrepreneurial skills in establishing concepts, and related experience in sales, marketing, franchising, and broadcasting. Currently, and for many years, Ron is Transaction Specialist for the Law Firm facilitating the transfer, for the purchase and sale of businesses of all industries throughout Nevada and has established a reputation for his expertise working with Buyers, Sellers, Brokers, Attorneys, and Lenders.

Along life’s journey, let’s travel together.

American Airlines is a longstanding partner of the Human Rights Campaign.

American is a proud advocate for LGBTQ rights in Washington DC and beyond.

DR. DERIONNE P. POLLARD

TRAILBLAZER FOR EQUALITY AWARD

Dr. DeRionne Pollard is the current president of Nevada State University. She was appointed by the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents in April to lead Nevada State, a four-year public comprehensive institution. Nevada State is one of the fastest-growing colleges in the country and is designated as a Minority Serving Institute (MSI), Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Institution (AANAPI). Nevada State University also advances phenomenal teaching and superb student support to expand and diversify an educated workforce, thereby protecting social justice and economic mobility. Dr. Pollard began her tenure on Aug. 16, 2021.

Dr. Pollard is the first Black female president of any NSHE institution. She has held previous roles at the College of Lake County and served as president of both Montgomery College and Las Positas College.

Dr. Pollard is deeply connected to her community, having served on the American Association of Community Colleges’ 21st Century Commission on the Future of Community Colleges, the Commission on Academic, Student, and Community Development, and the Board of Directors. Dr. Pollard is a member of the Ascend Postsecondary Leadership Circle for Parents and the Center for First-generation Student Success Advisory Board for the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators. She also served on the boards of the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, Universities at Shady Grove, and the Capital Area Food Bank.

Dr. Pollard was named one of Washington’s 100 Most Powerful Women by Washingtonian Magazine, won a 2017 Academic Leadership Award from the Carnegie Corporation of New York, and a Visionary Award from the Washington Area Women’s Foundation. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Master of Arts in English from Iowa State University and a Ph.D. in educational leadership and policy studies in higher education from Loyola University Chicago.

Everybody.

At Apple, we’re committed to using our voice to advocate for LGBTQ+ people and the freedoms they deser ve Because we believe ever ybody should have the right to be free from discrimination

We proudly suppor t the Human Rights Campaign and stand with you to build a better future.

BIG FREEDIA

VISABILITY AWARD

Known as the larger-than-life ambassador of New Orleans Bounce music, Big Freedia is a nationally recognized hip-hop artist, TV personality and cultural influencer.

The tireless mogul broke into television in 2013 with Fuse’s Big Freedia Bounces Back , released her memoir “Big Freedia: God Save The Queen Diva” in 2015, and is on track to open her very own Hotel Freedia in New Orleans in 2025. Her latest album Central City, released in June 2023, reaffirms her commitment to music as her first and primary love, combining influences of old-school hip-hop, brass marching bands, and futuristic production from the likes of Mannie Fresh, BlaqNmilD, and Gold Glove.

In addition to releasing her own critically acclaimed EPs, ‘3rd Ward Bounce’ (2018), ‘Louder’ (2020), and ‘Big Diva Energy’ (2021), Big Freedia, also known as the Queen of New Orleans Bounce, appeared on numerous high profile projects, including Beyoncé’s Grammy award-winning, “Break My Soul” and “Formation,” and on Drake’s “Nice For What,” where she brings her distinctive voice and signature catchphrases to all her work.

In June 2023, Big Freedia premiered the new tv show, ‘Big Freedia Means Business,’ chronicling her triumphs in music, business, and life. The show follows her journey as an entrepreneur, through the process of opening her hotel while simultaneously developing her own line of cannabis, eyewear and cosmetics.

Big Freedia is known for her infectious energy and personality. In 2019, she was the official host for the Met Gala IG Live Stream Red Carpet event and a host of 2021’s Dick Clark’s Rockin’ New Year’s Eve TV celebration. Known by her fans as the “Queen Diva,” Big Freedia is a loud and proud advocate for racial and gender equality and LGBTQ+ rights.

In 2021, Big Freedia made Ebony’s Power 100 list. She has appeared on CBS This Morning, The Breakfast Club, The Problem with Jon Stewart, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Beat with Ari Melber, The Real, and more.

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PERFORMER MAXINE JONES

Maxine Jones, an original member of the renowned R&B quartet En Vogue, is a multifaceted American talent recognized as a singer, songwriter, and actress. Rising to prominence in the early 1990s, Jones played an integral role in establishing En Vogue as one of the world’s best-selling girl groups of all time. Over her illustrious career spanning 25 years, Maxine has contributed to the sale of over 31 million records with En Vogue, recording four albums with the group. Her exceptional work has garnered numerous accolades, including five Grammy nominations, two American Music Awards, a Billboard Music Award, four MTV Video Music Awards, and four Soul Train Music Awards.

Beyond her music career, Maxine is deeply committed to youth education programs and pro-equality causes. She proudly serves as a member of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Council for the Discovery Children’s Museum in Las Vegas. In 2020, Maxine launched her own company, Max Jones Media.

Maxine’s passion for artistic expression extends beyond music into various creative endeavors. When not performing and writing and recording new music, Max finds joy in sewing, pottery, upholstery, painting, interior decorating, as well as set building and design. Maxine actively leads creative arts programming at Project Redirect NV, a person-centric nonprofit organization dedicated to providing life skills and vocational training for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Google is proud to support the Human Rights Campaign in a shared pursuit of building a world where everyone belongs.

ALLI STARR

PERFORMER

Deviated from her initial aspiration to pursue a career as a mortician and join the family business, Starr embarked on a journey as a singer/songwriter, captivating audiences worldwide. Throughout her career, she has shared stages with esteemed artists such as Tank, Ro James, Mya, Marsha Ambrosius, Lyfe Jennings, Avant, Phil Perry, Tony Terry, and Ronnie Laws. Starr has also headlined at prestigious international venues across countries including China, Brazil, Korea, and London. Following the tragic Fukushima disaster and earthquake in 2011, Starr made the decision to remain in Japan, where she was based for two years. During her time there, she collaborated with iconic figures such as Barbara Streisand at the MGM Grand, Matt Goss, and Bros.

Known by the stage name Alli’, she exudes the presence of a seasoned vocalist, commanding the stage with grace and professionalism beyond her years. Audiences are consistently astounded by her vocal prowess and impressive range, reminiscent of the timeless styles of legendary singers.

In 2015, Alli’ received a diagnosis of SVT (Supraventricular Tachycardia), a condition characterized by an abnormally fast heart rate. To regulate her heart rate, Alli’ now relies on a pacemaker. Reflecting on this challenging period in her life, Alli’ shares, “it made me determined to be around for my twins.”

DANA GOLDBERG

COMEDIAN

As seen on TBS, ABC, LOGO, and Last Comic Standing, veteran comedian Dana Goldberg is a force of nature on stage. With performances at the San Francisco International Comedy Competition, The Comedy Festival produced by TBS and HBO, and the Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, Scotland; her quick wit and playful stage presence have her earning loyal fans across the country and abroad.

A crowd favorite, Goldberg has become a triple threat combining her comedy, hosting, and live auction talents to become one of the most sought after entertainers on the circuit. Voted one of the “Top Five Funniest Lesbians In America,” Curve magazine raves, “Goldberg is one of the brightest lights in a stellar comedy landscape.” Advocate.com named Goldberg one of the top three LGBT comedians in the nation.

In addition to headlining clubs, theaters and festivals around the country, Goldberg has performed at and emceed dozens of high profile events and has shared the national stage with luminaries such as President Barack Obama, Vice President Joe Biden, former President Bill Clinton, Meryl Streep, Katy Perry, Kerry Washington, Jennifer Lopez, Carol Burnett, Sir Elton John, Mariah Carey, Shonda Rhimes, and many more.

Combining her gift of humor with humanitarian efforts, Goldberg has raised over 20 million dollars for non-profits around the country in the fight for marriage equality, LGBT rights, women’s health, and HIV and AIDS education and prevention. As the youngest child in a single parent household run by a Jewish mother in which two of three kids are gay, Goldberg helps keep most of the comedy venues and half of the psychotherapists in the country in business.

For more information on Dana Goldberg visit www.danagoldberg.com

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BRIAN MARTIN HE/HIM

2024 Gala Co-Chair

HRC National Board of Governors Executive Committee, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Tri-Chair

Chief Strategy Officer, Project ReDirect

MARK SUNDERMEIER HE/HIM

2024 Gala Co-Chair

HRC National Board of Governors

Analytics Manager Data Visualization, Rain the Growth Agency

BENJAMIN BURNS HE/HIM

HRC National Board of Governors

Federal Club Chair

Director, Creative Strategy, Quillin Advertising & Public Relations

THANK YOU

LATOYA HOLMAN SHE/HER

HRC National Board of Directors

Chief Development Officer, Public Education Foundation

MELISSA ZAMORA SHE/HER

HRC Las Vegas Steering Committee

Member, SC Co Chair

Development Manager, Public Education Foundation

LOLINE-MARIE DJIDADE SHE/HER

HRC Las Vegas Steering Committee Member

Associate Attorney, Hooks, Meng & Clement

LEONDRUS WRIGHT HE/HIM

HRC Las Vegas Steering Committee Member

Founder & Proposed, Chancellor Purpose Leadership Academy

MARVES FLORENDO HE/HIM

HRC Las Vegas Steering Committee, Digital Engagement Chair

Associate Director of Digital Marketing, Quillin Advertising & Public Relations

MAXINE JONES SHE/HER

HRC Las Vegas Steering Committee Member

Singer-Songwriter

Director of Performance and Creative Arts, Project ReDirect

THANK YOU

ELLIOTT WITH 2 T’S HE/HIM

HRC Las Vegas Steering Committee Member

Drag Performer

CHIQUITA A. JEFFERY SHE/HER

HRC Las Vegas Steering Committee Member

Facilities Manager, Caesars Entertainment

MICHAEL G. HERENICK HE/HIM

HRC Las Vegas Steering Committee Member

Strategic Analyst, City of Las Vegas

SOLEIL MCCANTS SHE/HER

HRC Steering Committee Member

Senior Paid Search Specialist, Caesars Entertainment

CAPUCINE HOLMES SHE/HER

HRC Las Vegas Steering Committee

Co-Chair Membership

Managing Partner, Chief Marketing Officer

Smart Tyme Consultants

MARTIN FITZGERALD HE/HIM

HRC Las Vegas Steering Committee

Founder and Principal, Wild West Strategies

That's why we've been proudly supporting the Human Rights Campaign since 2009.

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The most impactful way to support H RC is through a monthly gift, because you will help fuel HRC’s fight for FULL equality all year long.

Your ongoing monthly support will provide critical resources to fight back against anti-LG BTQ+ bills, expand and protect our pro-equality Congress, invest more deeply in our grassroots efforts with strategic organizing in key districts, keep pressure to pass the Equality Act in Congress and continue to show up and fight for the multiply marginalized in our community and country.

Thank you for supporting H RC and for staying with us in the fight. Together, we are an unstoppable force for change!

Transgender and non-binary people are your neighbors, co-workers, family members and friends. And when you or your friends and family are the targets of hate, violence and discrimination, you act.

The Human Rights Campaign is actively working to advocate for the rights and lives of the transgender and non-binary community–but we all must do more–can we count you in?

As LGBTQ+ people and allies, we have a responsibility to fight for EVERYONE in our movement. Now is the time to get loud, get visible, and spread awareness on behalf of transgender and non-binary people. So please take the actions below–but don’t stop there.

The more people who show they care, including allies and trans and non-binary people who speak up for the most marginalized in our community, the more hearts and minds we will change.

Sign the Pledge and Impact Change

The first step in voicing your support for the trans and non-binary community is to sign your name to the Count Me In pledge. By taking this action, you’re sending a message that you vow to go out of your way to raise awareness and uplift the lives of our trans and non-binary friends and family.

Provide Inclusive Books to an At-Need Library

Your contribution will provide a set of three books to a Title 1 school or community library serving multiply marginalized populations across the country.

Contact State Legislators

State legislatures are attacking LGBTQ+ folks, particularly trans people, left and right. Show antiequality legislators that we won’t tolerate any more bullying and discrimination.

Request and Show Off Your Sticker

Display your special edition HRC sticker on your car, laptop, water bottle — no matter where you put it, you’ll be saying you support our trans community.

Spread the Word On Social Media

Post these image shares on your social media channels and update your profile photos and let your networks know you believe in a more just and equitable world for trans folks — full stop.

Share a Voice Message of Support

State legislatures are targeting trans kids. Text HEART to 472-472 to share a public message of support for trans youth and show you’re fighting for them.

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Let Kids Play

Rebekah is a 14-year-old girl who loves school, reading, hanging out with her friends and playing field hockey. But lawmakers across the country are trying to pass laws that would prohibit Rebekah from playing sports with other girls.

Wear Your Support

From T-shirts to pins to socks to masks, you can show off your support for trans equality no matter where you are, who you’re with or what you’re doing.

Transgender Justice eNewsletter

Stay up to date on our Transgender Justice Initiative and what we’re doing to dismantle stigma and end the epidemic of violence against trans and gender non-conforming people.

Count Me In

Speak Out

Request A Sticker

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TRANSGENDER INCLUSION

IN THE WORKPLACE

OF THOSE RATED ON HRC FOUNDATION’S

99%

49% of CEI-rated employers allow employees the option to selfidentify as LGBTQ+ in anonymous employee engagement surveys or as part of data collection on confidential employee forms or in the HRIS system.

94 %

2021 CEI… major employers have adopted workplace gender transition guidelines.

87% of CEI-rated employers explicitly include gender identity as a part of their non-discrimination policy.

OF FORTUNE 500 COMPANIES have non-discrimination protections that include gender identity, UP FROM 3% IN 2002.

Over its 19-year history, the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index has been the driving force for the adoption of equitable workplace policies, practices and benefits for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people in the United States and beyond. Participating companies know that building an LGBTQ+-inclusive workplace is not just the right thing to do, it is also the best business decision and allows companies to attract, retain and engage top talent. Their commitment to building inclusion has only strengthened over the past year, with a re

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of all CEI-rated businesses offer transgenderinclusive health insurance coverage, up from 0 in 2002 and 22 times as many businesses as 12 years ago.

600+ of all CEI-rated businesses offer transgender-inclusive health insurance coverage while also eliminating blanket exclusions for medically necessary care in all other employer-sponsored plans.

Morgan Stanley is proud to support

Human Rights Campaign

At Morgan Stanley, diversity is an opportunity for clients, employees and the firm. Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion is fundamental to our role as a global leader striving for excellence in all that we do. By valuing diverse perspectives, we continue to expand our inclusive culture, focus on our people and deliver innovative solutions to the communities where we live and work.

Learn more at morganstanley.com/aboutus /diversit y

GIVE THE GIFT OF EQUALITY

This year, celebrate your loved ones, holidays or other special occasions by giving the gift of equality! Gift a membership to the nation’s largest LGBTQ+ civil rights organization, host a fundraiser to benefit our work, sign up for our wedding registry or donate in someone’s memory! Each donation includes an HRC membership and furthers the fight for full LGBTQ+ equality.

GIVE A MEMBERSHIP GOAL HRC MEMBER

HOST A FUNDRAISER FOR YOUR BIRTHDAY, GRADUATION, PRIDE OR MO RE .. .

DONATE YOUR WEDDING REGISTRY

GIV E TH E GIF

FLY A FLAG

FOR HOLIDAYS & SPECIAL OCCASIO NS

DONATE IN HONOR OR ME MO RY O F SOMEONE

Celebrating a special occasion and looking to further LGBTQ+ equality? Join our over 3 million supporters today by giving the gift of membership, hosting a fundraiser, donating your wedding registry to HRC and more!

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AIRBUS

ALBERTSONS

AMAZON

ANONYMOUS

ASSURANT

BAKER HUGES

BANK OF AMERICA

BLACK TIE DINNER, INC

BRIGHTHOUSE FINANCIALS

CARMAX

CENTENE

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC

COCA-COLA FOUNDATION, THE COMIC RELIEF

COLLINGWOOD FOUNDATION

CVS HEALTH

DANAHER FOUNDATION

DAVID BOHNETT FOUNDATION

ENOVA INTERNATIONAL

EVERYTOWN FOR GUN SAFETY

FORTIVE FOUNDATION

FRED SAYS

GILEAD SCIENCES, INC.

GOOGLE

JPMORGAN CHASE

KORS LE PERE FOUNDATION, THE KROLL

LEGO

LEVI STRAUSS & CO.

LYFT, INC

MARSH & MCLENNAN AGENCY

MCDONALDS

MORNINGSTAR FOUNDATION, THE NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION

NESTLE

NIKE

PEPSICO FOUNDATION, THE PFIZER

PhRMA

PRETIUM

PRONOUN

PwC

RESET TECH

RTX

S&P GLOBAL

SEMPRA

SPRINGPOINT

PARTNERS

TJX COMPANIES

THE HOME DEPOT

T-MOBILE

TOYOTA

UNITED AIRLINES

UPS FOUNDATION

US BANK

USAA

VANGUARD

VERIZON

VIIV HEALTHCARE

WALT DISNEY COMPANY

WELLS FARGO

WELLSPRING

WORKDAY FOUNDATION

The Human Rights Campaign Foundation works to ensure that all Americans have the opportunity to care for their families, earn a living and live open, honest and safe lives at home, at work and in the community. The HRC Foundation is a non-profit tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization.

LEADING WITH LOVE FOR ALL

As one of the few large corporations in the United States with LGBTQ+ leadership, Neiman Marcus Group is proud to be recognized as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality.

We are committed to our HRC Platinum-level partnership and to leading meaningful initiatives that benefit all employees.

WHAT WE DO

The Human Rights Campaign is America’s largest civil rights organization working for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer equality. Since 1980, we have been fighting for a better future for LGBTQ+ Americans. We are now working tirelessly to pass the Equality Act, which will soon head to the U.S. Senate for consideration, fight back against a multitude of anti-LGBTQ+ legis-lation in states nationwide and ensure everyone in our community is treated with dignity and respect. While our opponents are emboldened and on the attack, the Human Rights Campaign and our grass-roots army of more than 3.2 million members and supporters are energetically defending the rights we’ve gained and ramping up our fight for full equality across the board.

ANTI-EQUALITY LEADERS AND LEGISLATION

The alarming spate of anti-LGBTQ+ bills introduced across the country in 2020 has continued to surge in 2021. These include bills that would prohibit transgender youth from receiving genderaffirming care and bills that would prohibit transgender youth from participating in sports. This wave of anti-transgender legislation harkens back to the surge of anti-transgender bathroom bills that hit state legislatures in 2016, including North Carolina’s HB2. We remain committed to aggressively fighting these threats to equality by those who seek to undermine our rights. HRC will do whatever it takes to protect the rights and fundamental equality of every LGBTQ+ person in this country.

B U IL DING A ND DEM ONS TR AT ING POLITICAL P OWER

HRC’s decades-long work to build political power has uniquely positioned us to reach LGBTQ+ and ally voters who prioritize equality on the ballot, also known as Equality Voters. HRC has identified 57 million Equality Voters nationwide who, if they turn out to vote, will support pro-equality candidates. HRC’s early and sustained year-round engagement in battleground states like Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin bolstered historic turnout in 2018 and 2020 producing pro-equality outcomes at every level of government. In 2019, HRC’s mobilization of Equality Voters in Virginia, where lawmakers had repeatedly blocked proequality bills over many years, produced groundbreaking progress for LGBTQ+ Americans in the South. These victories led to the Virginia Values Act becoming law, making Virginia the first state in the South to advance statewide nondiscrimination protections for LGBTQ+ people.

ADVANCING EQUALITY IN OUR DAILY LIVES

The HRC Foundation improves the lives LGBTQ+ people by building understanding and shaping the public debate of LGBTQ+ people and the challenges they face through innovative research and public education campaigns. We also change the policies and practices in the institutions that shape our everyday lives (hospitals, schools, workplaces, and more) and empower strategic partners, community advocates, and allies through convenings and capacity-building. Guided by these theories of change and seeking to prioritize work impacting those who are multiply marginalized, we have 11 cuttingedge programs advancing equality in the U.S. and beyond.

All Children - All Families is the only national program dedicated to LGBTQ+ inclusion in child welfare (foster care and adoption agencies) that provides resource development, technical assistance and training.

Public Education & Research produces written resources and conducts original quantitative and qualitative research exploring the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ people.

Global Partnerships provides capacity-building and leadership development opportunities to LGBTQ+ advocates from around the world to strengthen movements and advance global LGBTQ+ equality.

HBCU Program is the only national project that partners with Historically Black Colleges and Universities on establishing an LGBTQ+-inclusive campus climate.

Health & Aging provides resources and training to help thousands of healthcare facilities adopt inclusive policies and practices to better serve LGBTQ+ patients and employees.

HIV & Health Equity develops public education and capacitybuilding programs to address the disproportionate impact of HIV on Black and Latinx communities.

Religion & Faith provides faith leaders with opportunities and tools to stand up for equality even as opponents attempt to weaponize faith against LGBTQ+ people.

Transgender Justice Initiative leads economic empowerment programs, capacity-building initiatives, community engagement efforts, and public safety education campaigns that combat the discrimination faced by transgender people.

Welcoming Schools is the only bias-based bullying prevention program in the nation to provide LGBTQ+-specific training and resources with an intersectional lens, developed for use in elementary schools.

Workplace Equality advances equality for LGBTQ+ workers through the adoption and implementation of inclusive policies, practices, and benefits in the U.S. and beyond.

Youth Well-Being provides professional development to over 5,000 youth-serving professionals annually, through the annual Time to THRIVE conference, webinars, participation at major national convenings, and by amplifying the stories of HRC Youth Ambassadors. The program also convenes HRC’s Parents for Transgender Equality Council.

Course is FREE

Participants are paid $500 stipend ($50/week)

For LGBTQ+ Black & Brown and trans & non-binary young adults ages 18-30

Meets weekly for 10 weeks via ZOOM

Includes resume writing and job application support

Covers computer skills and digital literacy

Helps you SET GOALS and go to the Next Level

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Target is proud to sponsor HRC in continuing our shared mission of creating inclusive and equitable spaces for the LGBTQIA+ community.

STAND OUT, STAND PROUD

Nordstrom is honored to partner with the Human Rights Campaign in our celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community and commitment to safeguarding equal rights for all.

Whoever you are, whomever you love—we see you, we hear you and we stand with you.

OUR PRIDE FLIES NONSTOP.

At Alaska, we are longtime supporters of the LGBTQ+ community and remain committed to a more equitable society.

At Cox, inclusion is much more than a word. It’s at the very core of our values. We thrive on what makes us different, empowering our people, clients and communities to build a better future for the next generation. No two employees look or think the same. And we prefer it that way!

Learn how we’re united by our uniqueness at coxenterprises.com/inclusion.

Jacinta Jones Watson, Cox Enterprises

LOVE OUT LOUD

FOCUSED ON WHAT MATTERS

MGM Resorts International has a longstanding commitment of supporting the LBGTQ+ community. Through Diversity, Equity & Inclusion efforts in our workplace, policies and operations, MGM Resorts is proud to be the first in the gaming and hospitality industry to offer same-sex health benefits and has expanded supplier relationships to include LGBTQ+-owned businesses. From the casino floor to corporate headquarters, MGM Resorts strives to stand out as one of the leading companies for workplace equality and has pledged a corporate responsibility to providing resources for EVERYONE to live and thrive as their authentic selves. MGM Resorts proudly supports the Human Rights Campaign.

CAESARS ENTERTAINMENT IS A PROUD SUPPORTER OF THE HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN

Congratulations on making a difference across the world for LGBTQ+ communities. Thank you, HRC, for focusing on mobilizing those who envision a world strengthened by diversity, where our laws and society treat all people equally, including LGBTQ+ people and those who are multiply marginalized.

THANK YOU, HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN

We want to take a moment to share our appreciation, HRC. We applaud you for working toward your vision of a world where every member of the LGBTQ+ family has the freedom to live their truth without fear.

Members of Las Vegas Business Impact Group for LGBTQ+ Team Members & Allies, EQUAL at Las Vegas Pride parade.

Team Members from Iowa proudly march in their community’s Pride parade.

People. Purpose. Progress.

The HRC Trifecta.

For your uncompromising commitment to equality and the vital work you do on behalf of so many, we are proud to support the HRC.

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WE CELEBRATE YOU RON QUINN! YOU INSPIRE US.

RECIPIENT OF THE 2024 HRC EQUALITY AWARD

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CONGRATULATIONS TO

At Dickinson Wright, diversity is fundamental to who we are as an organization, frames how we view our work, and is a strategic priority essential to the Firm’s continued success. We are committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in our firm and in all the places where we do business.

Dickinson Wright shares HRC Las Vegas’ commitment to developing communities that are inclusive and equitable for all LGBTQ people. We are proud to support the 2024 HRC Las Vegas Gala.

CONGRATULATIONS RON QUINN

DR. D E RIONNE POLLARD

EQUALITY AWARD

TRAILBLAZER FOR EQUALITY AWARD

Thank you, Ron and Dr. Pollard, for your leadership and tireless commitment to equality. We’re grateful for your support of The Center and the countless ways you help our community thrive so that everyone can live authentically.

Thank you to HRC for your steadfast commitment to partnering with The Center in service to our community.

Congratulations to this Year’s Nominees!

Grape Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar has been a proud supporter of HRC Las Vegas for over 8 years. EVERYONE is welcome in our house!

Crab Stuffed Shrimp

Zinfandel Short Ribs

The HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN salutes our National Partner based in the LAS VEGAS area.

THANK YOU