24th Annual Pride Banquet & Awards Ceremony
This annual event is a collaborative effort between Affirmations, Al Gamea, Black Pride Society, the Forum Foundation, Michigan AIDS Coalition, Ruth Ellis Center and Triangle Foundation.
When
Thursday, June 18, 2009, 6 pm
Where
Ukrainian Cultural Center, 26601 Ryan Road (Just South of I-696 on the West side of Ryan), in Warren, Michigan.
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Call Michigan AIDS Coalition
at 248-545-1435 | Program
6 PM - Entertainment
7 PM - Family Style Dinner
7:30 PM - Program and Awards Ceremony
Gary Baglio, Five15
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Business Award
Given to a business that has contributed more than its fair share of support to the success and progress of the LGBT community. |
S.P.I.C.E.
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Cultural Award
Given to an organization or individual who has provided outstanding leadership in raising the awareness and appreciation of the LGBT community for its cultural richness and diversity. |
Melvin Marks
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Lifetime Achievement Award
The highest award given at each year’s Pride Banquet & Awards Ceremony and given to an individual who has demonstrated a lifelong commitment to help gain a better life for LGBT people and who has demonstrated effectiveness at reaching the goal for equality, fairness and justice for the LGBT community. |
Judge Joseph Longo, 43rd District Court |
Michigan AIDS Coalition Award
Given annually to an individual or business who has provided outstanding service in HIV/AIDS prevention and education through Michigan AIDS Coalition. |
Between the Lines |
Media Award
Given to an individual or organization within the media world of television, radio and print media to put forward the truth and provide accurate and informative stories about and for the LGBT community. |
Rep. Steve Tobocman
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Political Award
Given to an outstanding leader who has worked to improve the quality of life for LGBT people through the political or electoral process. |
Bridie Johnson
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Pride Award
Given to an LGBT individual who has shown outstanding pride in his/her life and through their advocacy of community pride may be deemed a role model for other LGBT people. |
Chris Gerlach
Maureen Jones
Jay Kaplan
Jerry Langdon
Julie Nemecek, Ph.D.
Stephan Saba
Robert Thomas
Toya Troupe
Myra Walman
Michelle Walters |
Queer Choice Award Finalists
Given to three lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/or allied individuals who are extraordinary, exceptional and inspiring. The top three Queer Choice Awards finalists (based on number of votes) will be announced at the Pride Banquet. |
Michael McGuinness |
Rising Star Award
Given to an individual who is a newcomer to the community and who has demonstrated outstanding potential to become a leader and advance the cause of the LGBT community. |
Karen Brown
Greg Pawlica
Alma Wheeler-Smith
Katie Brisson |
Spirit of Detroit Awards
(4 awards) Given to an individual as an expression of gratitude and esteem by the citizens of Detroit to four individuals who promote and encourage the unity and collaboration of the Detroit region. |
Tim McCloud
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Sports Award
Given to an individual or organization that has made remarkable contributions to the world of sports or athletics within the LGBT community. |
Reynaldo Magdaleno |
Unity Award
Given to an individual who demonstrates the ability to cooperatively work with a multitude of organizations and individuals for the overall betterment of our community. |
Melody "Zip" Johnson |
Volunteer Award
Given annually to an individual who has gone far beyond the call of duty in volunteering their time and resources to our organizations and efforts that benefit the LGBT community. |
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