Meet Your Grand Marshals for Global Black Pride 2024
Ahead of Global Black Pride in Atlanta this Labor Day weekend, the organization has announced this year’s Grand Marshals, Black LGBTQ people from around the world who are working to envision a world where Black LGBTQ folks can thrive without systemic barriers. This year’s Global Black Pride Grand Marshals are: Bishop O.C.
Allen III – A renowned religious leader and advocate known for his seminal work in both religious and social justice spheres, Bishop Allen’s participation in this year’s Atlanta Black Pride celebrations underscores his unwavering commitment to the queer community and broader social equity.
His career spans several impactful roles, including serving on the Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS (PACHA) under President Obama and as Southeastern Chair of the DNC-LGBT Advisory Board.
As the founder and presiding Bishop of the United Progressive Pentecostal Fellowship of Churches, he leads a network of faith-based organizations across the U.S.
