Legendary LGBTQ Filmmaker and Human Rights Activist Pat Rocco
​Receives Honorary Troy Perry Medal of Pride

Los Angeles, CA  (October 24, 2016)  Legendary LGBTQ filmmaker and human rights activist Pat Rocco will receive the inaugural Troy Perry Medal of Pride, honoring LGBTQ people and allies who are on the front lines of community activism around the world.  In recognition of LGBTQ History Month, the award will be presented by Rev. Troy Perry, in whose name the awards have been created, at a special event launching THE LAVENDER EFFECT® Queer History Channel and Student Filmmaker Competition at the W Hollywood Hotel, October 26, 2016 from 6-8pm.  The event if FREE and open to the public at the Rooftop Pool.​ MORE

Jamaican LGBTQ Human Rights Activist Angeline Jackson
Receives Inaugural Troy Perry Medal of Pride

Los Angeles, CA  (October 18, 2016)  Jamaican LGBTQ human rights activist Angeline Jackson will receive the inaugural Troy Perry Medal of Pride, honoring LGBTQ people and/or allies who are on the front lines of community activism around the world.  In recognition of LGBTQ History Month, the award will be presented by Rev. Troy Perry, in whose name the awards have been created, at a special event launching THE LAVENDER EFFECT® Queer History Channel and Student Filmmaker Competition at the W Hollywood Hotel.  MORE