Gala Press Room

National LGBTQ Task Force Gala

Saturday, October 14, at the Miami Beach Convention Center

The National LGBTQ Task Force Gala is the premier annual celebration of South Florida’s LGBTQ+ community. The Gala is a night for LGBTQ+ people and their supporters to unite as a community, honor our heroes, and support the work of advancing equality for all LGBTQ+ people and their families. The National LGBTQ Task Force produces the event.

The energetic atmosphere of the 2022 National LGBTQ Task Force Gala is captured in this photograph. A diverse group of individuals has gathered to celebrate and applaud an event. The crowd's enthusiastic clapping fills the room, their applause resonating with a sense of excitement and enjoyment. The attendees are dressed in a variety of attire, with one gentleman standing out in a suit and another in a tuxedo. Among the attendees is a woman wearing a striking black dress, adding an elegant touch to the occasion. The vibrant and dynamic scene is filled with laughter and camaraderie as the guests revel in the festivities. The composition of the photograph creates a sense of unity and togetherness, with the participants forming the centerpiece of the event.

CONTACT:
Cathy Renna, Communications Director, National LGBTQ Task Force, 917-757-6123, [email protected]

2023 Gala in the News

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Hollywood Reporter

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2023 Gala Press Releases

The image displays a poster for the National LGBTQ Task Force's Gala event. The event theme is Forever Strong Unapologetic Queer. The poster features a blue and gold background, with prominent text in the center that reads "National LGBTQ Task Force Gala" in gold on the blue background. Below the main text, there is additional text that reads "The 50th Anniversary of the National LGBTQ Task Force." This text is located on a gold rectangular block on top of a blue background. Towards the bottom of the image, there is a section with the text "Forever Strong Unapologetically Queer" displayed prominently on a blue background. This text is followed by "October Miami Beach Convention Center" written in smaller font. In the lower center of the image, there is a white feather displayed on a blue background. Another white feather can be seen at the top left corner of the image. Overall, the image showcases the details of the 2023 National LGBTQ Task Force Gala poster, with various text elements and visual elements displayed against a blue and gold background.

2023 Gala Theme: Forever Strong, Unapologetically Queer

Now is a time to stand tall in our power, and we are announcing our theme for the 2023 National LGBTQ Task Force Gala: Forever Strong, Unapologetically Queer

This is a photo of St. John’s on the Lake United Methodist Church in Miami Beach, Florida. The image depicts a scenic view with the church's clock tower, palm trees, and a blue sky. The clock tower is located in the center of the image and stands tall against the backdrop of a clear blue sky. Palm trees can be seen surrounding the clock tower, adding to the tropical feel of the scene.

2023 Gala Presenting Sponsor: St. John’s on the Lake United Methodist Church

St. John’s on the Lake United Methodist Church is the Presenting Sponsor of the 2023 National LGBTQ Task Force Gala, which will be held on October 14.

The image features Dominique Jackson, who is the 2023 National Leadership Awardee. Dominique is shown prominently in the center of the image, with a colorful background and colorful nails. She is posing for a photo, wearing a jacket. The image showcases several close-up shots of Dominique's features. Her lips, eyes with long lashes, nose, and ear with a black beaded earring are all focused on. These close-ups provide a detailed view of her facial features. The image includes the text, "Dominique Jackson 2023 National Leadership Award," positioned towards the bottom of the image. Additionally, the image includes the text "National LGBTQ Task Force Gala" and references to its 50th anniversary are displayed at the bottom-right portion of the image.

Dominique Jackson to Receive National Leadership Award

Actress, model, and activist Dominique Jackson will receive the 2023 National Leadership Award, an honor awarded yearly to an advocate who has helped further the National LGBTQ Task Force’s mission to advance freedom, justice, and full equity for all LGBTQ+ people.

The National LGBTQ Task Force advances full freedom, justice, and equality for LGBTQ people. We are building a future where everyone can be free to be their entire selves in every aspect of their lives. Today, despite all the progress we have made to end discrimination, millions of LGBTQ people face barriers in every aspect of their lives: in housing, employment, healthcare, retirement, and basic human rights. Those barriers must go.