Transgender advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith started the first Transgender Day Of Remembrance (TDOR) as a vigil in 1999 to honor the memory of Rita Hester, a transgender woman, who was killed in 1998. Since its inception, TDOR seeks to honor the lives and memories of transgender people who fell victim to transphobic-related violence. On this… Read More
Veterans Day Statement
Brandon Nelson, President of the Rainbow Democrats caucus issued the following statement on Veteran’s Day: “As we take a moment to thank our Veterans and current service members for their tireless commitment to service to our country, we want to especially thank LGBTQ+ veterans and service members who served with honor and distinction, even under… Read More
November 2019 General Meeting Guest Speakers
We will be having guest speakers at our November 2019 General Membership Meeting. We hope you will be able to join us. Please see our guest speakers information below. Stephen Gaskill President, Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus Stephen Gaskill is president of the Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus, a growing statewide organization currently boasting 19 chapters across… Read More
Congratulations Mayor Dyer!
Having now secured his 5th term as Orlando Mayor, the Rainbow Democrats would like to congratulate Buddy Dyer on his successful re-election! Mayor Dyer was the clear and evident choice in this election to continue to advocate for and advance LGBTQ+ equality in the City Beautiful. Under Buddy Dyer’s leadership as Mayor, the City of… Read More
Congratulations Commissioner Sheehan!
The Rainbow Democrats would like to congratulate Commissioner Patty Sheehan on her re-election to the Orlando City Commission! Patty Sheehan, Orlando’s first out LGBTQ+ City Commissioner, was elected in 2000 and continues to be a public servant to her constituency and all of Orlando. She is a strong proponent of the arts, the environment, and… Read More
Special Announcement: Treasurer Position
We will be holding a special election at the November 13, 2019 meeting as the office of Treasurer has been vacated. If you are interested in filling the position of Treasurer, you must be a member in good standing (dues paid) and be able to fulfill the duties of the office of Treasurer. To review… Read More
The Rainbow Democrats Caucus endorses City of Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer for re-election!
Since becoming Mayor, Buddy Dyer has cultivated an inclusive environment in our city government that promotes diversity and inclusion by establishing local programs, ordinances, and laws that benefit the LGBTQ+ community. Some of Mayor Dyer’s record on LGBTQ+ issues includes, but is not limited to: Establishing the city’s first-ever Domestic Partnership registry in 2011. Supporting… Read More
