LGBTQ+ grads celebrate “Lavender Graduation” despite universities canceling their events - LGBTQ Nation Several Utah schools canceled their events this year in response to the state's anti-DEI law.

“We couldn’t let these students graduate without being acknowledged for who they are, so we made sure it happened,” Henderson explained. “This is a moment of celebration, not just for their accomplishments, but for their identities.” #LGBTQ+ #UT #LavenderGraduation

5 people standing, one with #slay, one with phone, one with phone cord, one with boa, one with hat

5 people standing in front of a First Things, First sign

A week of celebrations for my fabulous students 💜 #LavenderGraduation #FirstGen

🎓🌸 Celebrate Pride under the stars at Lavender Graduation & Spring Fling! 🌈✨

🎶 DJ, drag performances, dinner, drinks & dancing!
📍 Mission College | April 12, 5-10 PM
🎟️ $30 GA | $20 Students → tinyurl.com/lavender-grad

#SVPride #SpringFling #LavenderGraduation

This is me graduating with a fashion design associates degree from Fullerton College last May
#transrights #lavendergraduation #youcandoit #wegotthis

I said I was saying "no" to all new asks of me this week, but then I was asked to give the closing remarks for @VCU's #LavenderGraduation. How could turn that down?

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