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History of the Organization
Southern
New Mexico Pride has existed in various forms, under various names, for
several years. The first recorded picnic was sponsored by a group of
lesbians looking for a social activity in 1990. Originally, Las Cruces
Pride (as it was then known) consisted of a small group of community
members held a picnic in a local park. In the late 1990s, a walking
parade was added. It has since grown into a part-year, volunteer-run
organization, working in conjunction with local community groups and
vendors, to provide a walking parade followed by a picnic, artisans,
vendors, and activities in a local park. In 2006, Las Cruces Pride
changed its name to Southern NM Pride to represent more communities. In
2008, Southern NM Pride was honored by Albuquerque Pride with its
Honored Dignitary-Emerging Leader award.
Our By-laws
If you would like to view our current by-laws, please click HERE.
2010 Officers
Co-Chairs: Carrie Hamblen and David Salcido
Secretary: Patrick Schuler
Treasurer: Tony Martinez
Our 2011 Meeting Days and Times
(All meetings held from 1:00-2:30 p.m. at the GLBTQ Center at The Arts of Birth and Wellness, 1210 N. Main Street, Las Cruces)
3/06
4/3
5/1
5/15
5/29
6/5 (held at Pioneer Women’s Park)
6/12
6/26 (Wrap-up, location TBA)
Volunteers
If
you would like to help volunteer to help us either before our event
(hanging posters, etc.) or on the day of our event, even if only for an
hour or two, please contact our
Volunteer Coordinator.
CONTACT US
Southern
New Mexico Pride is an inclusive, volunteer organization. If you are
interested in joining our Board, or if you have any questions, please
contact Carrie Hamblen.
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