Social Work News

Celebrating Pride Month

June 2, 2023

Happy Pride Month, June 2023, Seattle University master of Social Work

Happy Pride Month! 

LGBTQIA2S+ affirming social work practice is increasingly relevant as we navigate a changing sociopolitical climate in the United States that increasingly threatens the rights and happiness of the LGBTQIA2S+ communities. We wish everyone a safe and happy Pride this month. Take a look at some Pride celebrations happening soon and some additional resources below!

 

Upcoming Pride Events:

  • Seattle U Lavender Graduation ~ Sunday, June 11th at 11:00 AM, SU campus
  • Pride in the Park ~ Saturday, June 3rd from 12:00-7:00 PM, Capitol Hill Volunteer Park
  • Seattle Pridefest ~ Saturday, June 24th in Capitol Hill from 12:00-8:00 PM; Sunday, June 25th at Seattle Center from 12:00-8:00 PM
  • Seattle Pride Parade ~ Sunday, June 25th from 11:00 AM-1:30 PM, parade kicks off at 4th & Union and ends at 2nd Ave & Denny Way near Seattle Center

 

Additional Resources:

Seattle U LGBTQIA+ Community Resources

NASW page for LGBTQIA2S+ content, practice tools, resources, policy & news, and more