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Park Circle Pride's Brewing On Books: Advocacy Panel

  • Commonhouse Aleworks 4831 O'Hear Avenue North Charleston, South Carolina, 29405 United States (map)

Local LGBTQ+ advocates and leaders will gather for a powerful community conversation exploring the history and present-day realities of queer life in Charleston and across South Carolina. Moderated by AFFA Executive Director Ashley Peele, the panel will examine progress made, ongoing challenges, and pathways for meaningful civic engagement and advocacy.

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Panelists include:

  • Phil Ford

    • Founder and CEO of advocacy nonprofit Ford & Ford Group.

  • Harlan Greene

    • Author, historian, and expert on Charleston's Queer history.

  • Courtney S. Waters

    • South Carolina State House Representative of the Charleston 113th District

  • Zachery Williams Matthews

    • 2026 Prince of Charleston Black Pride

  • Beau O'Bishop

    • First King of Charleston Black Pride royal court

A curated selection of LGBTQ+ books will be available for purchase, with 15% of sales benefiting AFFA and We Are Family during Park Circle Pride week.

Wednesday, June 3 | 7:30–9:00 PM | Commonhouse Aleworks | Free | All ages

Part of Park Circle Pride

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