Membership Renewal Event
November 15th, 2024 — 5pm to 9pm
Saluhall 945 Market St Suite 102, San Francisco, CA 94103
Attend our fall event to renew your membership and participate in thoughtful group discussions on important topics for SF Pride’s 55th year.
Paid parking available on-site at the rear of the facility on Stevenson Street; search for “6x6”.
Schedule
5:00pm Space Open to Members
6:45pm Performance, San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus
7:00pm Opening, President Joshua Smith
8:45pm Closing Remarks
Food and drink served beginning at 6pm.
2025 Theme
Although we’ve had a theme every year since 1973, there is no policy that governs the specific process we might use to choose the theme. In the recent years we have engaged the membership and the public to suggest themes that would then be placed on a ballot for members at or near the Annual General Meeting at the beginning of September.
Given everything on the line with this year’s election, we thought it prudent to wait until the results were known to move forward with theme selection.
Submit an idea for our 2025 theme. We’re looking for themes that encapsulate the spirit of the Stonewall Resistance of 1969 and the symbolic renewal of the TLBG Rights movement, themes that can ignite that spirit of resistance in a new generation, and bring the queer community together for a moment of Joy.
Group Discussion
Members are invited to enjoy complimentary food and drink in small groups, and to engage one another in discussion on the following topics. Please send your notes / thoughts / comments to chris@sfpride.org.
Reflecting on the Past
- How have you personally witnessed the impact of LGBTQ+ activism and resistance on our community?
- What specific historical events or figures have inspired your own journey of Pride?
- How has the meaning of Pride evolved for you over the years?
Understanding the Present
- What current challenges and threats does the LGBTQ+ community face, both locally and globally?
- How can we effectively counter harmful narratives and misinformation about LGBTQ+ identities?
- What role does allyship play in strengthening our community and advancing our goals?
Embracing the Future
- How can we ensure that future generations of LGBTQ+ individuals have the support and resources they need to thrive?
- What innovative strategies can we employ to increase visibility and representation of diverse LGBTQ+ experiences?
- How can we work together to create a more inclusive and equitable world for all?
Your Personal Connection to Pride
- Why is Pride important to you personally?
- How has being a part of the LGBTQ+ community shaped your identity and worldview?
- What does it mean to you to be a member of SF Pride?