The Waco Pride Network is planning to recognize Transgender Day of Visibility (which was yesterday) by gathering trans and trans-affirming voices from around Waco to speak to the Waco City Council on April 5. At the end of every City Council meeting, there is a time set aside for the council to hear from members of the public. This is a great opportunity for us to share the struggles, successes, and support of our community with our elected representatives. You don't have to speak. Come join us in the audience.
Please feel free to reach out to communication@wacopride.org with any questions you may have. Check out our instagram highlights for helpful tips on showing up and speaking out.
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Ways to Stay Connected
Parent Support Group
Many parents don’t know what to do when their child comes out to them at any age. This is a group of parents who have LGBTQ children that want to learn how to support, respect, and understand their children better. For more information about the Parent Support group, contact Lucas Land at lland@wacopride.org.
Waco Youth Pride Alliance
The Waco Youth Pride Alliance was created and led by youth in the Waco Community to increase our community's visibility, support, and understanding of LGBTQ youth. oin the WYPA Discord server or follow them on Instagram, @waco_youth_pride_alliance to stay updated on activities and events.
Waco Pride TNG (The Next Generation)
This is Waco Pride Network’s group for The Next Generation. Anyone 18-24 who identifies as LGBTQ+ or allies is invited to join us as we build our community in Waco together. You can join our Discord Server, Facebook Group, or follow on Instagram, @tng_waco to connect with others and stay updated on activities and events.
Waco Pride Adult Group
This is Waco Pride Network’s place for Waco’s LGBTQ+ and allies to gather! You can join our Facebook Group to connect with others and check our Events Calendar to keep up with our planned activities.
Community Events
April 7 | Queer Trivia
7:00-8:30 at Brotherwell Brewing (400 E. Bridge Street)
April 21 | Rainbow Roll
Skate Waco (401 Towne Oaks Drive)
Follow our social media for more information on upcoming events.
If you have ideas for future events please reach out to event@wacopride.org
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A national student-led demonstration where LGBTQ students and allies all around the country—and the world—take a vow of silence to protest the harmful effects of harassment and discrimination of LGBTQ people in schools. Register here to receive updates and to prepare lessons and activities leading up to the Day of Silence.
A week that aims to show our solidarity with all LGBTQI woman and non binary people in the community, as well as celebrate lesbians. It is essential that Lesbian Visibility Week is a voice for unity and lifts up ALL women, especially those who come from marginalised communities.
Waco Youth Pride Alliance
Monthly Events
WYPA has some exciting in-person events planned for 2022! If you or someone you know is between the ages of 13-17, make sure to mark your calendar for the following dates!
April 16 - Potluck Hangout
May 21 - Yoga in the Park
June 18 - Pride Dance
Resources: Houses of Worship
If you find yourself in search of a welcoming and affirming place of worship this Easter, please feel free to check out our resources page.
We are constantly adding local resources throughout the Greater Waco area to help those in our community.
Each resource is aware of its listing on this page and friendly toward the LGBTQ community. If you are associated with a local group that would like to be added or know of a group you would like to recommend, please contact us for consideration. Please get in touch with us contact us with the details of what you can provide and how one can obtain your services.
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