LA Pride’s Program, “Salon Series” to mark National Coming Out Day
Evening will feature panel discussion and drag performance
Los Angeles, CA – September 20, 2025 – Christopher Street West Association (CSW), the 501(c)3 nonprofit that has produced the historic LA Pride celebration for more than 55 years, will be producing a a new installment of its year-round program, Salon Series, to celebrate “National Coming Out Day.” The low-cost event will be held on Thursday, October 9 at the Andaz Hotel in West Hollywood.
LA Pride is planning a dynamic panel of LGBTQ+ leaders and professionals sharing stories, resources, and strategies for navigating today’s cultural and political climate. The program will include a one-hour welcome reception with one complimentary cocktail, and food for purchase.
The panel discussion will include community leaders sharing insights, resources, and lived experiences. Scheduled topics will include:
• Healthcare access (including transgender care)
• Marriage equality
• Legal rights
• Housing support
• Educational equity
• Immigrant protections
Panelists scheduled to appear:
Oliver Alpuche, Executive Director, DTLA Proud
Christy Mallory, Interim Executive Director and Legal Director, Williams Institute, UCLA School of Law
Dr. Roland Pope, Alliance College-Ready Public Schools
Samantha Koerner, Founder and President, Supportive Allies for Trans Youth
Queen Victoria Ortega, President, FLUX, a division of AIDS Healthcare Foundation
The event host and panel moderator will be drag performer, Mayhem Miller.
Tickets are priced at $10 or $20. Quantities are limited and include a complimentary drink. The event is open to all ages, with 21-and-over in the bar area, please.
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About LA Pride: LA Pride is produced by Christopher Street West Association (CSW), the 501(c)(3) nonprofit that organized the world’s first permitted LGBT parade on June 28, 1970, to commemorate the Stonewall Riots in New York City the year prior. Today, CSW remains an active voice for the LGBTQ+ community of Greater Los Angeles. While best known for producing the original and iconic LA Pride Parade & Festival, CSW also organizes, sponsors or supports community events throughout the year, and works with its nonprofit, philanthropic, and community partners to serve the Pride community.
