Reading Pride Celebration is accepting nominations for its new ambassador program.
The ambassador program replaces the Mrs. Reading Pride Celebration pageant. Organizers said the new event is a more inclusive competition that better represents the LGBTQ+ community.
“The title of miss or mister in any pageant is very gender restrictive,” said Enrique Castro, Reading Pride Celebration president. “The diversity of our LGBTQ+ doesn’t conform to gender restrictive terms, and therefore the title of those who wish to represent our organization cannot be gender restrictive. In 2021 we retired the title of Ms. Reading Pride, announcing our pride ambassador program, which will be our representative in the community and therefore should reflect the community we serve.”
To be eligible, competitors must live in Berks or a neighboring county, be at least 18 years old and be actively involved with the LGBTQ+ community through employment or volunteer work.
Those wishing to enter must fill out an online form and submit a 1-minute video explaining their involvement with the LGBTQ+ community and sharing what being an ambassador means to them. Entries must be submitted by May 1.
A winner will be chosen by a panel of judges during the Night at the Stirling Gala on May 22. The winner will receive $500, a sash and an ambassador medallion.
For more information or to register, visit readingpride.org.
Source: Berkshire mont
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