The theme for the 2019 Houston Pride celebration was “The Summer of ’69,” celebrating the 50th anniversary of both the Stonewall Riots and Apollo 11—the first human Moon landing. As a result, space exploration and the importance of NASA to the Houston community was showcased throughout the festival and parade.
During the festival, several members of NASA Johnson Space Center’s Out and Allied Employee Resource Group (O&A ERG) shared how Johnson is inclusive to the LGBTQ+ community and more about our exciting work and renewed focus. Many festival goers came by the booth to not only learn more about what we do, but to show their love and support for NASA.
For the Pride parade, walkers from the O&A ERG—from senior managers to interns, from employees to retirees, and from friends to family members—all proudly sported their NASA shirts.
In this image, Johnson Deputy Director Vanessa Wyche (left) waves to the crowd as Lucien Junkin takes the MRV for a spin in downtown Houston at the Pride Parade.
Image Credit: NASA/Bill Stafford
Text Credit: NASA/Abigail Coleman