Becoming a Trailblazer
Nicole Adler Makes History as First Ever Grand Marshal for Pride Parade with Down Syndrome
Becoming a trailblazer for people with a disability who also identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, July 26, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Human rights advocate Nicole Adler, 29, made history as the first San Francisco Pride Community Grand Marshal with Down syndrome (Trisomy 21) – the largest LGBTQIA+ Pride celebration in the world with over 400,000 attendees.“It’s a huge honor to represent both the disability and LGBTQ communities. I get to carry the torch and show others that anything is possible if you believe in yourself,” said Nicole Adler, a speaker and human rights advocate for the LGBTQIA+ and disability communities.
San Francisco Mayor London Breed presented Adler with a Certificate of Honor on behalf of the City and County of San Francisco, recognizing her nomination by SF Pride Members as Community Grand Marshal.
“Your dedication to advocating for all members of the LGBTQ and Developmental Disabilities Community has empowered countless individuals,” said Mayor Breed. “Your unyielding advocacy across state and local governments under the banner of love, acceptance and unity, truly represents the San Francisco values at its best.”
