GLAD Law Forward’s 2024 HoliGay Gathering

GLAD Law Forward – our group of emerging leaders – celebrated a night of holiday queer!

Thank you for making this year’s event a success!

In times of emotion and uncertainty, one thing that’s clear — our community is stronger together.

We donned our gay apparel and gathered for a night of gratitude, community connection, and joy. We’ll had food, festive activities, and some fabulous fun like cookie decorating, an ugly sweater contest, raffle prizes, and more!

Check out the full event gallery here!

Featured Performers

Stabitha Christine @stabithakills

Candace Persuasion @candacepersuasian

Featured Speaker

Lisa Rodriguez-Ross
Staff Attorney at GLAD Law

Lisa Rodriguez-Ross joined GLAD Law as a Staff Attorney in April 2024 and will focus on GLAD Law’s work in Rhode Island. Lisa is a dedicated legal attorney committed to advocating for her clients’ rights. As the founder of Rodriguez-Ross Law, LLC, she brings a wealth of experience in Criminal Defense and Landlord Tenant Law. With a passion for social justice, Lisa was pivotal in establishing the Volunteers for Justice Program at the Hampden County Housing Court, demonstrating her commitment to serving her community.

Raffle Prizes from Local Businesses

Sojourner House RI

We collected donations of gender affirming wear and more for Sojourner House RI – a Rhode Island-based nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting survivors, promoting healthy relations, and advocating for change. They’re in need of binders, boxers, breast forms, gaffs, stand-to-pees, basic clothing items, shaving and waxing products, makeup, and hair products.

Learn more about GLAD Law Forward

This event is part of our series of GLAD Law Forward activities for emerging leaders! If you would like to learn more about this community and get updates about future events, sign up for our mailing list and follow us on social media @GLADLaw. We appreciate your support and hope to see you soon!

As of December 17, 2024