Show Your Pride captures, through photography of LGBTQ+ and Allied individuals, the strength, joy and courage inherent in embracing one's true self or in their support of the LGBTQ+ community. Highlighted with the photos are each person's three powerful words in response to "What Pride Means to Me."
We have been hosting Show Your Pride photo shoots over the past two months and we are excited to celebrate the official launch of the 2024 campaign to celebrate Pride Month and the LGBTQ+ community. The photos will be showcased on more than 180 digital kiosks across the city during Pride Month, in partnership with IKE Smart City - our generous Launch Party event sponsor.
Select kiosks in the Montrose area will be wrapped with the Show Your Pride logo and Pride colors to celebrate this vibrant visibility campaign. The photos will also be highlighted during the Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash Pride Nights as well as the Sugar Land Space Cowboys Pride Night.
Show Your Pride seeks to highlight the beauty of diversity, break down stereotypes, and contribute to a world where everyone can openly and proudly express their authentic selves. It transcends traditional boundaries, using the power of photography to share joy, evoke emotions, and create a powerful visual narrative that celebrates the LGBTQ+ community.
The campaign is a collaborative project between the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce and talented photographer Chandrayee Soneja with Chamber Member Soneja Creative. Collaboration partners include Ike Smart City , Like Minds Communications and Houston City Council Member Abbie Kamin.
Show Your Pride photos will be displayed on ShowYourPride.lgbt and on digital kiosks throughout Houston during Pride Month, courtesy of our partner IKE Smart City.
The Pride backdrop was designed and created by artist and Creative Partner, Chandrayee Soneja. Each year the campaign utilizes a different Pride backdrop to capture beautiful photos as part of the Show Your Pride campaign. The narrative below represents the artist's interpretation of the backdrop, which is a beautiful work of art utilized for the 2024 Show Your Pride Campaign.
RESILIENCE, DIVERSITY & UNITY
By Chandrayee Soneja (she/her)
The Pride backdrop I’ve designed for this year’s Show Your Pride campaign serves as a visual representation of the LGBTQ+ community's resilience, diversity, and unity. Each strip of color in the rainbow flag intertwines, and reflects the interconnectedness of various identities and experiences within the LGBTQ+ community.
Incorporating the colors of the trans flag colors adds another layer of symbolism. The pink, blue, and white hues of the trans flag represent diversity, perseverance, and visibility within the transgender community. Instead of placing the trans colors in the traditional format of the progressive flag along the edges, these colors are integrated throughout the entire backdrop to reflect the interconnectedness of the community as well as the vulnerability of the trans community, which faces staggering levels of discrimination and violence.
Together, the rainbow and trans flag colors create a dynamic and inclusive tapestry, illustrating the beauty of diversity and the strength found in unity. It invites individuals to see themselves reflected in its vibrant colors and encourages them to embrace their authentic selves, knowing they are part of a community that celebrates and uplifts each other.
Whether displayed at Pride events, community gatherings, or supportive spaces, the Show Your Pride backdrop serves as a powerful affirmation of LGBTQ+ identity, resilience, and Pride.
Don't miss your chance to own a Show Your Pride t-shirt! This is the first year we've offered this fabulous collectors item. With help from our friends at Custom Ink, a variety of vibrant colors are available. Order yours today so you'll be able to wear during Pride Month!
Are you interested in hosting a Show Your Pride photo shoot at your company or organization? Please complete the Show Your Pride Photo Shoot Request Form to inquire about hosting a photo shoot.
Explore exclusive sponsorship possibilities with this distinctive visibility campaign. Elevate your brand by sponsoring the campaign or specific events such as photo shoots and more. Learn how your company or organization can actively engage in Show Your Pride - discover the sponsorship opportunities available, then secure your sponsorship today!
There is no charge to participate in the Show Your Pride campaign, however there is a suggested donation of $25 that goes directly to the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce to support the mission focused on economic inclusion for the LGBTQ+ community.
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