6/8/2022 12:00:00 PM
The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) recognizes June as Pride Month to commemorate the struggle for civil rights and celebrate the impact of LGBTQIA+ individuals around the world.
As shared by Gov. Walz in his 2022 Proclamation of Pride Month, this year marks the 53rd anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising against police brutality toward the LGBTQIA+ communities and the ninth anniversary of Minnesota legalizing same-sex marriage by legislative vote. He stated that this is a time to recommit ourselves to creating a state where our LGBTQIA+ community members are safe and thriving.
As shared by the Veterans Benefits Administration, there are an estimated 1 million Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Veterans in the U.S. MDVA is here to serve all our Veterans and their families as well as support our team members regardless of age, gender or sexual orientation.
Want to know more about LGBTQ+ history in the U.S. Military?
To get connected to Veteran and community resources and arts/cultural organizations, check out these sites.
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Office at the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs strives to create and support a workplace where all employees feel they belong. To ask questions, discuss concerns, or give any suggestions for making the workplace more inclusive, email diversity.MDVA@state.mn.us.
