OUR MISSION
UNITY COALITION|COALICION UNIDA is the First organization for the So. Fla. Latinx|Hispanic|LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning) Community advancing Equality and Fairness through
Education, Leadership & Awareness since 2002 - offering tools and programming, like our 4th annual ELEVATE- a day of being Nicer; LGBT Scholarships for the Arts, Design, Education & Cosmetology; 4th annual
TRANSART series – showcasing Transgender art & artists; the 8th annual Celebrate ORGULLO Hispanic Pride festival, and various other workshops, services & empowerment for the community.
NUESTRA MISION
UNITY COALITION|COALICION UNIDA es la Primera organización en el sur de la Florida para la comunidad latinx|hispanx LGBTQ (lesbianas, gay, bisexual, transgénero, queer/cuestionando) avanzando Igualdad,
Liderazgo y Conciencia desde el 2002 - ofreciendo herramientas y programación, como ELEVATE - un día de ser más agradable; Becas para las Artes, Diseño, Educación y Cosmetologia; Serie TRANSART -
exhibición de artistas y artistas transgéneros; El octavo Celebrate ORGULLO, festival Hispano LGBT y varios otros talleres, servicios y empoderamiento para la comunidad.
UNITY COALITION|COALICION UNIDA is the First organization for the So. Fla. Latinx|Hispanic|LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning) Community advancing Equality and Fairness through
Education, Leadership & Awareness since 2002 - offering tools and programming, like our 4th annual ELEVATE- a day of being Nicer; LGBT Scholarships for the Arts, Design, Education & Cosmetology; 4th annual
TRANSART series – showcasing Transgender art & artists; the 8th annual Celebrate ORGULLO Hispanic Pride festival, and various other workshops, services & empowerment for the community.
NUESTRA MISION
UNITY COALITION|COALICION UNIDA es la Primera organización en el sur de la Florida para la comunidad latinx|hispanx LGBTQ (lesbianas, gay, bisexual, transgénero, queer/cuestionando) avanzando Igualdad,
Liderazgo y Conciencia desde el 2002 - ofreciendo herramientas y programación, como ELEVATE - un día de ser más agradable; Becas para las Artes, Diseño, Educación y Cosmetologia; Serie TRANSART -
exhibición de artistas y artistas transgéneros; El octavo Celebrate ORGULLO, festival Hispano LGBT y varios otros talleres, servicios y empoderamiento para la comunidad.
BECOME A UC|CU MEMBER | MEMBRECIA EN UC|CU
SPONSORSHIP | PATROCINIO
VOLUNTEER & DONATE NOW
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
CALENDARIO DE EVENTOS
ACCOMPLISHMENTS | LOGROS
MEET THE BOARD | JUNTA DE DIRECTORES
SPONSORSHIP | PATROCINIO
VOLUNTEER & DONATE NOW
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
CALENDARIO DE EVENTOS
ACCOMPLISHMENTS | LOGROS
MEET THE BOARD | JUNTA DE DIRECTORES
UC|CU MEMBERSHIP LEVELS & BENEFITS | BENEFICIOS DEL LA MEMBRECIA
TRANSART Conference & Artists Showcase
Featuring the Talent, Vision & Possibilities within the Transgender
Community, bringing together a collection of talents, individuals & artistic
genres to create awareness, nurture aspiring artists and enlighten the
general population about the many layers of this community.
TRANSART is presented in partnership with the BETSY South Beach, Trans
Miami, Trans Justice Funding Project, Gaythering Hotel, Care Resource and
more.
JANUARY 26-27, 2019
ALL EVENTS ARE FREE Estimated attendance: 300
TRANSART Conferencia Y Exposicion de Arte | Presentando el talento, la
visión y las posibilidades dentro de la comunidad transgénero, el 4to anual
TRANSART reunirá una colección de talentos, individuos y géneros
artísticos para crear conciencia, nutrir artistas aspirantes e iluminar a la
población en general sobre las muchas capas de esta comunidad.
TODOS LOS EVENTOS SON GRATUITOS
Estimación de la asistencia: 300
ELEVATE. A Day of Being NICER | With a multitude of Workshops, Tools &
Inspirations for being NICER, ELEVATE provides an assortment of 45 min.
segments with life coaches, nutritionists, yoga instructors, local artists &
jewelry makers and more. Being NICER to your Mind, Body, Soul, Planet &
Others – THIS is ELEVATE.
We are proud to partner with Care Resource, Starbucks, Urban Habitat, the
Miami Foundation and more.
MAY 2019 Estimated attendance: 300
ELEVATE. Un Dia de Ser AMABLE. | Con una multitud de talleres,
herramientas e inspiraciones para ser mas AMABLE, ELEVATE ofrece un
surtido de segmentos de 45 min. con entrenadores de vida, nutricionistas,
instructores de yoga, artistas locales, fabricantes de joyas y mucho más.
Ser MÁS AMABLE a su mente, cuerpo, alma, planeta y otros - ESTO ES
ELEVATE.
Estamos orgullosos de asociarnos con Care Resource, Starbucks, Urban
Habitat, Miami Foundation y más.
MAY de 2018. Estimación de asistencia: 300
MICRO GIVING Fund is about Community Building, (Re)Start Up Support
and Hope – not Handouts
Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida (UC|CU) brings MicroGiving to the South
Florida LGBTQ community, with focus on what individuals need RIGHT
NOW, and the opportunity to help you get one step closer to stability,
prosperity, giving back and fulfilling your dreams.
Start Ups, Visioning and Community Building
Educational Development
Personal Well-Being & Needs Based
In 2017 we have given out over $50,000 in scholarships.
Unity Coalition | Coalición Unida (UC|CU) trae MicroGiving a la comunidad
LGBTQ del sur de la Florida, con un enfoque en lo que las personas
necesitan AHORA MISMO, y la oportunidad de ayudarlo a estar un paso más
cerca de la estabilidad, la prosperidad, la devolución y el cumplimiento de
sus sueños.
PRIDE U 2020 | A three year Community Initiative Program & Social
Challenge, led by Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida, to better Engage, Inform &
Inspire millennials to take on leadership roles in the LGBT community to
better serve, & effect positive change for those disenfranchised and
underserved. Taking Community Resources, Mentors & Social Discussions
to College Campuses, Helping to create and expand Pride Clubs across
Dade & Broward, Social Settings & wherever the need is – Informing,
Engaging & Inspiring LGBT millennials to Lead in creating a New Rainbow
of Activism, Social Change & Leadership.
PRIDE U 2020 | Una Iniciativa Comunitaria y Desafío Social de tres años,
dirigida por Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida, para mejorar el compromiso, la
información y la inspiración de los milenios para asumir roles de liderazgo
en la comunidad LGBT, y lograr un cambio positivo para los desposeídos y
en necesidad de representación y voz. Tomando los recursos de la
comunidad, los mentores y las discusiones sociales a los centros de
educación y universidades, Asisitr en la creación de Clubs de Orgullo en
Dade y Broward, los ajustes sociales y dondequiera que sea la necesidad -
informando e inspirando milenios de LGBT para conducir en la creación de
un nuevo arco iris del activismo
LLEGANDO 305 | A TRAVELING BI-MONTHLY SOCIAL EVENT presented
by Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida, designed to help recent arrivals to better
navigate South Florida and its many challenges, resources, and
opportunities. ALWAYS FREE, and Always Welcoming to all.
LLEGANDO 305 | Un EVENTO SOCIAL Bi-MENSUAL ITINERANTE - Social
de Comunidad y Laborales para navegar una nueva vida en EE UU. -
SIEMPRE GRATIS, y siempre acogedor para todos.
CAŌBA MEANS MOHOGANY IN SPANISH, AND MUCH LIKE THE MIGHTY
TREE, CAŌBA PROVIDES THE STRENGTH, STABILITY AND PRESENCE
TO EXIST, THRIVE AND REACH FOR THE STARS.
CAŌBA IS A TRAVELING BI-MONTHLY SOCIAL EVENT, OFFERED FREE,
WITH INSPIRING SPEAKERS, TOPICS AND A SAFE SPACE FOR
ALL SAME GENDER LOVING MEN OF COLOR.
Celebrate ORGULLO 2019 | South Florida’s first Hispanic LGBT Pride
festival - enters its 9th successful year with an International Artists
Showcase, Artists’ Studios Bus Tours Music, Writers Salons, Costume
Exhibit, and much more.
- 15 days of events & over 80 artists featured
OCT. 1-15, 2019
Estimated attendance: 3,500
Celebrate ORGULLO 2019 | El primer y único festival hispano LGBT Pride
del sur de la Florida: entra en su octavo año exitoso, con una muestra
internacional de artistas, Viajes en omnibus a estudios de artistas,
exposición de trajes, musica y baile...y mucho mas.
- 15 días de eventos y más de 80 artistas destacados
OCT. 1-15, 2019
Asistencia estimada: 3,500
Featuring the Talent, Vision & Possibilities within the Transgender
Community, bringing together a collection of talents, individuals & artistic
genres to create awareness, nurture aspiring artists and enlighten the
general population about the many layers of this community.
TRANSART is presented in partnership with the BETSY South Beach, Trans
Miami, Trans Justice Funding Project, Gaythering Hotel, Care Resource and
more.
JANUARY 26-27, 2019
ALL EVENTS ARE FREE Estimated attendance: 300
TRANSART Conferencia Y Exposicion de Arte | Presentando el talento, la
visión y las posibilidades dentro de la comunidad transgénero, el 4to anual
TRANSART reunirá una colección de talentos, individuos y géneros
artísticos para crear conciencia, nutrir artistas aspirantes e iluminar a la
población en general sobre las muchas capas de esta comunidad.
TODOS LOS EVENTOS SON GRATUITOS
Estimación de la asistencia: 300
ELEVATE. A Day of Being NICER | With a multitude of Workshops, Tools &
Inspirations for being NICER, ELEVATE provides an assortment of 45 min.
segments with life coaches, nutritionists, yoga instructors, local artists &
jewelry makers and more. Being NICER to your Mind, Body, Soul, Planet &
Others – THIS is ELEVATE.
We are proud to partner with Care Resource, Starbucks, Urban Habitat, the
Miami Foundation and more.
MAY 2019 Estimated attendance: 300
ELEVATE. Un Dia de Ser AMABLE. | Con una multitud de talleres,
herramientas e inspiraciones para ser mas AMABLE, ELEVATE ofrece un
surtido de segmentos de 45 min. con entrenadores de vida, nutricionistas,
instructores de yoga, artistas locales, fabricantes de joyas y mucho más.
Ser MÁS AMABLE a su mente, cuerpo, alma, planeta y otros - ESTO ES
ELEVATE.
Estamos orgullosos de asociarnos con Care Resource, Starbucks, Urban
Habitat, Miami Foundation y más.
MAY de 2018. Estimación de asistencia: 300
MICRO GIVING Fund is about Community Building, (Re)Start Up Support
and Hope – not Handouts
Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida (UC|CU) brings MicroGiving to the South
Florida LGBTQ community, with focus on what individuals need RIGHT
NOW, and the opportunity to help you get one step closer to stability,
prosperity, giving back and fulfilling your dreams.
Start Ups, Visioning and Community Building
Educational Development
Personal Well-Being & Needs Based
In 2017 we have given out over $50,000 in scholarships.
Unity Coalition | Coalición Unida (UC|CU) trae MicroGiving a la comunidad
LGBTQ del sur de la Florida, con un enfoque en lo que las personas
necesitan AHORA MISMO, y la oportunidad de ayudarlo a estar un paso más
cerca de la estabilidad, la prosperidad, la devolución y el cumplimiento de
sus sueños.
PRIDE U 2020 | A three year Community Initiative Program & Social
Challenge, led by Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida, to better Engage, Inform &
Inspire millennials to take on leadership roles in the LGBT community to
better serve, & effect positive change for those disenfranchised and
underserved. Taking Community Resources, Mentors & Social Discussions
to College Campuses, Helping to create and expand Pride Clubs across
Dade & Broward, Social Settings & wherever the need is – Informing,
Engaging & Inspiring LGBT millennials to Lead in creating a New Rainbow
of Activism, Social Change & Leadership.
PRIDE U 2020 | Una Iniciativa Comunitaria y Desafío Social de tres años,
dirigida por Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida, para mejorar el compromiso, la
información y la inspiración de los milenios para asumir roles de liderazgo
en la comunidad LGBT, y lograr un cambio positivo para los desposeídos y
en necesidad de representación y voz. Tomando los recursos de la
comunidad, los mentores y las discusiones sociales a los centros de
educación y universidades, Asisitr en la creación de Clubs de Orgullo en
Dade y Broward, los ajustes sociales y dondequiera que sea la necesidad -
informando e inspirando milenios de LGBT para conducir en la creación de
un nuevo arco iris del activismo
LLEGANDO 305 | A TRAVELING BI-MONTHLY SOCIAL EVENT presented
by Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida, designed to help recent arrivals to better
navigate South Florida and its many challenges, resources, and
opportunities. ALWAYS FREE, and Always Welcoming to all.
LLEGANDO 305 | Un EVENTO SOCIAL Bi-MENSUAL ITINERANTE - Social
de Comunidad y Laborales para navegar una nueva vida en EE UU. -
SIEMPRE GRATIS, y siempre acogedor para todos.
CAŌBA MEANS MOHOGANY IN SPANISH, AND MUCH LIKE THE MIGHTY
TREE, CAŌBA PROVIDES THE STRENGTH, STABILITY AND PRESENCE
TO EXIST, THRIVE AND REACH FOR THE STARS.
CAŌBA IS A TRAVELING BI-MONTHLY SOCIAL EVENT, OFFERED FREE,
WITH INSPIRING SPEAKERS, TOPICS AND A SAFE SPACE FOR
ALL SAME GENDER LOVING MEN OF COLOR.
Celebrate ORGULLO 2019 | South Florida’s first Hispanic LGBT Pride
festival - enters its 9th successful year with an International Artists
Showcase, Artists’ Studios Bus Tours Music, Writers Salons, Costume
Exhibit, and much more.
- 15 days of events & over 80 artists featured
OCT. 1-15, 2019
Estimated attendance: 3,500
Celebrate ORGULLO 2019 | El primer y único festival hispano LGBT Pride
del sur de la Florida: entra en su octavo año exitoso, con una muestra
internacional de artistas, Viajes en omnibus a estudios de artistas,
exposición de trajes, musica y baile...y mucho mas.
- 15 días de eventos y más de 80 artistas destacados
OCT. 1-15, 2019
Asistencia estimada: 3,500
TITLE SPONSOR | $ 10,000. –Exclusive
• Lead name & Logo listed on all Ads & Promos
• Listing on website with weblink.
• 6 Social Media promos with name & logo
• 4 banner placement opportunities at event
• Placement of promo materials in Gift Bags
• Donation is tax deductible to extent of the
Law.
ASSOCIATE SPONSOR | $ 5,000.
• Name & Logo listed on Ads &
Promos
• Listing on website with weblink
• 4 Social Media Promos with name & logo.
• 2 banner placement opportunities at event.
• Placement of promo materials in Gift Bags
SUPPORTING SPONSOR | $2,500.
• Logo listed on select Ads, Web & Promos
• Listing on website with weblink
• 2 Social Media Promos with name & logo.
• Placement of promo materials in Gift Bags
TITLE SPONSOR | $ 10,000. – Exclusive
• Lead name & Logo listed on all Ads, Promos
• Listing on website with weblink
• 6 Social Media promos with name & logo
• 2 tables at event • 10 VIP tickets to event
• 4 banner placement opportunities at event
• Placement of promo materials in Gift Bags
• Donation is tax deductible to the extent of the Law
ASSOCIATE SPONSOR | $ 5,000.
• Logo listed on all Ads, Promos
• Listing on website with weblink
• 4 Social Media promos with name & logo
• 1 table at event • 5 VIP tickets to event
• 2 banner placement opportunities at event
• Placement of promo materials in Gift Bags
SUPPORTING SPONSOR | $ 2,500.
• Logo listed on all Ads, Promos
• Listing on website with weblink
• 2 Social Media promos with name & logo
• 1 table at event • 2 VIP tickets to event
At UNITY COALITION|COALICIÓN UNIDA, Our
work is 100% funded by events, grants and private
donations. We are 100% staffed & managed by
volunteers. Everything that comes in, goes right
back out for programming, community building,
leading & assisting. We encourage you to give
generously.
MENTOR Level –$5,000.
- Funds up to 4 scholarships in our community.
- Entitles you to 2 tickets to annual GALA,
and name recognition on our website & related
materials.
GUARDIAN Level –$2,500.
- Funds up to 2 scholarship in our community.
- Name recognition on our website & related
materials.
FRIEND Level –$500.
- Helps to fund scholarships in our community.
- Listing on website.
TITLE SPONSOR | $ 10,000. – Exclusive
• Lead name & Logo listed on all Ads, Promos &
Press Releases
• Shared table at all Pride U 2020 events for 12
months
• Listing on website with weblink
• 6 Social Media promos with name & logo
• 1 banner placement opportunity at event
• Donation is tax deductible to the extent of the Law
ASSOCIATE SPONSOR | $ 5,000.
• Name & Logo listed on Ads, Promos & Press
Releases
• Shared table at 3 Pride U 2020 events for 12
months
• Listing on website with weblink
• 4 Social Media promos with name & logo
• Donation is tax deductible to the extent of the Law
TITLE SPONSOR | $ 12,000. – Exclusive
• Lead name & Logo listed on all Ads, Promos &
Press Releases
• Table at all LLEGANDO305 & CAŌBA events for
12 months
• Listing on website with weblink
• 6 Social Media promos with name & logo
• 1 banner placement opportunity at event
• Donation is tax deductible to the extent of the Law
ASSOCIATE SPONSOR | $ 6,000.
• Name & Logo listed on Ads, Promos & Press
Releases
• Shared table at 4 LLEGANDO305 & CAŌBA
events for 12 months
• Listing on website with weblink
• 4 Social Media promos with name & logo
• Donation is tax deductible to the extent of the Law
PRESENTING SPONSOR – $35,000
• “Presented by” on all media (Celebrate
ORGULLO, Presented by…)
• 8 VIP tickets to GALA
• 4 VIP tickets to ART/DIVA Traveling Party & private
meeting with the artist
• Logo on all media, Logo with hyperlink on
website
PLATA|SILVER – $20,000
• 4 tickets to GALA
• 2 VIP tickets to ART/DIVA Traveling Party
• Logo on limited media, Logo with hyperlink on
website & Logo with hyperlink on social media
BRONCE|BRONZE - $10,000
• 2 tickets to GALA
• 2 VIP tickets to ARTISTS STUDIO Traveling Party
• Logo on limited media, Logo with hyperlink on
website
• Lead name & Logo listed on all Ads & Promos
• Listing on website with weblink.
• 6 Social Media promos with name & logo
• 4 banner placement opportunities at event
• Placement of promo materials in Gift Bags
• Donation is tax deductible to extent of the
Law.
ASSOCIATE SPONSOR | $ 5,000.
• Name & Logo listed on Ads &
Promos
• Listing on website with weblink
• 4 Social Media Promos with name & logo.
• 2 banner placement opportunities at event.
• Placement of promo materials in Gift Bags
SUPPORTING SPONSOR | $2,500.
• Logo listed on select Ads, Web & Promos
• Listing on website with weblink
• 2 Social Media Promos with name & logo.
• Placement of promo materials in Gift Bags
TITLE SPONSOR | $ 10,000. – Exclusive
• Lead name & Logo listed on all Ads, Promos
• Listing on website with weblink
• 6 Social Media promos with name & logo
• 2 tables at event • 10 VIP tickets to event
• 4 banner placement opportunities at event
• Placement of promo materials in Gift Bags
• Donation is tax deductible to the extent of the Law
ASSOCIATE SPONSOR | $ 5,000.
• Logo listed on all Ads, Promos
• Listing on website with weblink
• 4 Social Media promos with name & logo
• 1 table at event • 5 VIP tickets to event
• 2 banner placement opportunities at event
• Placement of promo materials in Gift Bags
SUPPORTING SPONSOR | $ 2,500.
• Logo listed on all Ads, Promos
• Listing on website with weblink
• 2 Social Media promos with name & logo
• 1 table at event • 2 VIP tickets to event
At UNITY COALITION|COALICIÓN UNIDA, Our
work is 100% funded by events, grants and private
donations. We are 100% staffed & managed by
volunteers. Everything that comes in, goes right
back out for programming, community building,
leading & assisting. We encourage you to give
generously.
MENTOR Level –$5,000.
- Funds up to 4 scholarships in our community.
- Entitles you to 2 tickets to annual GALA,
and name recognition on our website & related
materials.
GUARDIAN Level –$2,500.
- Funds up to 2 scholarship in our community.
- Name recognition on our website & related
materials.
FRIEND Level –$500.
- Helps to fund scholarships in our community.
- Listing on website.
TITLE SPONSOR | $ 10,000. – Exclusive
• Lead name & Logo listed on all Ads, Promos &
Press Releases
• Shared table at all Pride U 2020 events for 12
months
• Listing on website with weblink
• 6 Social Media promos with name & logo
• 1 banner placement opportunity at event
• Donation is tax deductible to the extent of the Law
ASSOCIATE SPONSOR | $ 5,000.
• Name & Logo listed on Ads, Promos & Press
Releases
• Shared table at 3 Pride U 2020 events for 12
months
• Listing on website with weblink
• 4 Social Media promos with name & logo
• Donation is tax deductible to the extent of the Law
TITLE SPONSOR | $ 12,000. – Exclusive
• Lead name & Logo listed on all Ads, Promos &
Press Releases
• Table at all LLEGANDO305 & CAŌBA events for
12 months
• Listing on website with weblink
• 6 Social Media promos with name & logo
• 1 banner placement opportunity at event
• Donation is tax deductible to the extent of the Law
ASSOCIATE SPONSOR | $ 6,000.
• Name & Logo listed on Ads, Promos & Press
Releases
• Shared table at 4 LLEGANDO305 & CAŌBA
events for 12 months
• Listing on website with weblink
• 4 Social Media promos with name & logo
• Donation is tax deductible to the extent of the Law
PRESENTING SPONSOR – $35,000
• “Presented by” on all media (Celebrate
ORGULLO, Presented by…)
• 8 VIP tickets to GALA
• 4 VIP tickets to ART/DIVA Traveling Party & private
meeting with the artist
• Logo on all media, Logo with hyperlink on
website
PLATA|SILVER – $20,000
• 4 tickets to GALA
• 2 VIP tickets to ART/DIVA Traveling Party
• Logo on limited media, Logo with hyperlink on
website & Logo with hyperlink on social media
BRONCE|BRONZE - $10,000
• 2 tickets to GALA
• 2 VIP tickets to ARTISTS STUDIO Traveling Party
• Logo on limited media, Logo with hyperlink on
website
SPONSORSHIP | PATROCINIOS
UC|CU COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP SPONSOR | $60,000
• Exclusive name & logo listing on events & programs for 12 months, including: Celebrate ORGULLO, Annual GALA, ELEVATE, UC|CU PRIDE Float, TRANSART
& MicroGiving Fund Program (…PRESENTED BY).
• VIP tickets & Priority Entrance to all UC|CU Events.
• Weblinks & regular e-blasts.
UC|CU COMMUNITY PILLAR SPONSOR | $30,000
• Name & logo listing on events & programs for 12 months of 4 events of your choice: Celebrate ORGULLO, Annual GALA& UC|CU PRIDE Float, ELEVATE, TRANSART
and the MicroGiving Fund Program (…SPONSORED BY).
• Preferred List on all tickets & Events.
• Weblinks & regular e-blasts.
UC|CU COMMUNITY PARTER SPONSOR | $10,000
• Name listing on events & programs for 12 months of 2 events of your choice: Annual GALA, ELEVATE, and the MicroGiving Fund Program (…IN PARTNERSHIP WITH).
• Priority List on select tickets & Events.
• Weblinks & regular e-blasts.
CONTACT Herb Sosa for Sponsorship Opportunities 786-271-6982 herb@unitycoalition.org
• Exclusive name & logo listing on events & programs for 12 months, including: Celebrate ORGULLO, Annual GALA, ELEVATE, UC|CU PRIDE Float, TRANSART
& MicroGiving Fund Program (…PRESENTED BY).
• VIP tickets & Priority Entrance to all UC|CU Events.
• Weblinks & regular e-blasts.
UC|CU COMMUNITY PILLAR SPONSOR | $30,000
• Name & logo listing on events & programs for 12 months of 4 events of your choice: Celebrate ORGULLO, Annual GALA& UC|CU PRIDE Float, ELEVATE, TRANSART
and the MicroGiving Fund Program (…SPONSORED BY).
• Preferred List on all tickets & Events.
• Weblinks & regular e-blasts.
UC|CU COMMUNITY PARTER SPONSOR | $10,000
• Name listing on events & programs for 12 months of 2 events of your choice: Annual GALA, ELEVATE, and the MicroGiving Fund Program (…IN PARTNERSHIP WITH).
• Priority List on select tickets & Events.
• Weblinks & regular e-blasts.
CONTACT Herb Sosa for Sponsorship Opportunities 786-271-6982 herb@unitycoalition.org
| FREE MEMBERSHIP Receive email updates on current news, issues & programming Special benefits and perks at select UC|CU social & networking programming March in the Miami Beach PRIDE Parade with UC|CU each April |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ARE MEMBERSHIPS TAX DEDUCTIBLE?
YES, Memberships are 100% tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida is a Florida based corporation, with a 501c3 non-profit federal status.
CAN BUSINESSES BECOME MEMBERS?
Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida Membership is only open to individuals. If you'd like to make a company contribution please consider making a DONATION,
or becoming a Corporate Sponsor.
HOW IS THE MONEY I DONATE USED?
Our work is 100% funded by events, memberships & private donations, and we are 100% staffed & managed by volunteers.
Everything that comes in, goes right back out for programming, community building, leading & assisting our LGBTQ community.
CAN I CANCEL MY MEMBERSHIP?
Although memberships are usually annual commitments, you can cancel a monthly donation anytime in writing to info@unitycoalition.org or by calling us at
786-271-6982. Because memberships are donations to Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida, no refunds will be given for any already processed donation unless
it was made in error by the Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida or the donor requested in writing before the charge was processed to cancel his/her membership.
For questions about this policy, please contact us.
ARE MEMBERSHIPS TAX DEDUCTIBLE?
YES, Memberships are 100% tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida is a Florida based corporation, with a 501c3 non-profit federal status.
CAN BUSINESSES BECOME MEMBERS?
Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida Membership is only open to individuals. If you'd like to make a company contribution please consider making a DONATION,
or becoming a Corporate Sponsor.
HOW IS THE MONEY I DONATE USED?
Our work is 100% funded by events, memberships & private donations, and we are 100% staffed & managed by volunteers.
Everything that comes in, goes right back out for programming, community building, leading & assisting our LGBTQ community.
CAN I CANCEL MY MEMBERSHIP?
Although memberships are usually annual commitments, you can cancel a monthly donation anytime in writing to info@unitycoalition.org or by calling us at
786-271-6982. Because memberships are donations to Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida, no refunds will be given for any already processed donation unless
it was made in error by the Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida or the donor requested in writing before the charge was processed to cancel his/her membership.
For questions about this policy, please contact us.
WE KNOW our members join because they want to make a difference in the LATINX|HISPANIC|LGBTQ community, and to connect with like
minded people who care about advancing Equality and Fairness through Education, Leadership & Awareness in our community.
General membership is always FREE, but helping with a contribution can change minds, hearts & lives.
Please choose a membership level that is personally meaningful to you.
SABEMOS QUE nuestros miembros se unen porque quieren marcar la diferencia en la comunidad LATINX | HISPANIC | LGBTQ, y para
conectarse con personas de ideas afines que se preocupan por avanzar la Igualdad a través de la Educación, el Liderazgo y Conciencia en
nuestra comunidad.
Miembrecia en UC|CU siempre es GRATUITA, pero su contribución monetaria alydará a cambiar mentes, corazónes y vidas.
Elija un nivel de membresía que sea personalmente significativo para usted.
minded people who care about advancing Equality and Fairness through Education, Leadership & Awareness in our community.
General membership is always FREE, but helping with a contribution can change minds, hearts & lives.
Please choose a membership level that is personally meaningful to you.
SABEMOS QUE nuestros miembros se unen porque quieren marcar la diferencia en la comunidad LATINX | HISPANIC | LGBTQ, y para
conectarse con personas de ideas afines que se preocupan por avanzar la Igualdad a través de la Educación, el Liderazgo y Conciencia en
nuestra comunidad.
Miembrecia en UC|CU siempre es GRATUITA, pero su contribución monetaria alydará a cambiar mentes, corazónes y vidas.
Elija un nivel de membresía que sea personalmente significativo para usted.
| $50 MONTHLY DONATION or $500 a year| For individuals only Receive email updates on current news, issues & programming THREE complimentary tickets to UC|CU's annual ELEVATE Event each March ($90 value) THREE complimentary tickets to UC|CU's annual ART/DIVA Bus Tour each October ($90 value) THREE complimentary tickets to UC|CU's annual Celebrate ORGULLO GALA in October ($240 value) SPONSOR 2 Comp Tickets for LGBT Youth to UC|CU's ELEVATE & 2 Comp Tickets to ArtDiva Bus tour ($120 value) |
| $25 MONTHLY DONATION or $250 a year | For individuals only Receive email updates on current news, issues & programming TWO complimentary tickets to UC|CU's annual ELEVATE Event each March ($60 value) TWO complimentary tickets to UC|CU's annual ART/DIVA Bus Tour each October ($60 value) TWO complimentary ticket to UC|CU's annual Celebrate ORGULLO GALA in October ($160 value) SPONSOR 2 Comp Tickets to UC|CU's ELEVATE for LGBT Youth in South Florida ($60 value) |
| $100 MONTHLY DONATION or $1,000 a year Receive email updates on current news, issues & programming FOUR complimentary tickets to UC|CU's annual ELEVATE Event each March ($120 value) FOUR complimentary tickets to UC|CU's annual ART/DIVA Bus Tour each October ($120 value) FOUR complimentary tickets to UC|CU's annual Celebrate ORGULLO GALA in October ($320 value) $500 towards a UC|CU LGBT SCHOLARSHIP, Credited to your name SPONSOR 4 Comp Tickets to UC|CU's ELEVATE & 4 Comp Tickets to ArtDiva Bus tour for LGBT Youth in South Florida ($240 value) |
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WORKSHOPS | TALLERES
STATE of HATE & BULLYING
BI-MONTHLY SOCIAL EVENTS
CAŌBA | INSPIRING SPEAKERS,
TOPICS & SAFE SPACE FOR SAME
GENDER LOVING MEN OF COLOR
LLEGANDO 305 | TOOLS TO
NAVIGATE A NEW LIFE IN THE U.S.
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UNA NUEVA VIDA EN EE.UU.
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HERIBERTO J. SOSA - President & CEO | pronouns: he, him, his | herb@unitycoalition.org
A proven track record in verbal & written communications & excellent public relations/cause marketing successes
Herb Sosa serves as Founder, President & CEO of Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida. Sosa also is Pubisher|Editor-In-
chief of AMBIENTE Magazine since 2003. Sosa brings over 25 years of corporate and not-for-profit leadership
experience in the community in the Arts, Retail Design & Management, Branding & Marketing, Historic Preservation,
and Equality issues.
In January 2004, Herb Sosa was named one of Tentaciónes Magazines Top Ten Latina/o activists in the U.S. and
in 2005 was named one of OUT magazines Top 100 LGBT Activists and featured on LOGO TV. In 2009 Sosa
received a City Proclamation from Miami Beach – Herb Sosa Day - for his community work; was named one of the
25 Most Influential GLBT Latinos by miapogeo.com; served as chairman of the City of Miami Beach Historic
Preservation Design Review Board; was named one of 5 "People To Know" in Miami Beach by the Miami Herald
(May 2011); and was part of the documentary The Day It Snowed in Miami, about LGBT rights in South Florida.
A proven track record in verbal & written communications & excellent public relations/cause marketing successes
Herb Sosa serves as Founder, President & CEO of Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida. Sosa also is Pubisher|Editor-In-
chief of AMBIENTE Magazine since 2003. Sosa brings over 25 years of corporate and not-for-profit leadership
experience in the community in the Arts, Retail Design & Management, Branding & Marketing, Historic Preservation,
and Equality issues.
In January 2004, Herb Sosa was named one of Tentaciónes Magazines Top Ten Latina/o activists in the U.S. and
in 2005 was named one of OUT magazines Top 100 LGBT Activists and featured on LOGO TV. In 2009 Sosa
received a City Proclamation from Miami Beach – Herb Sosa Day - for his community work; was named one of the
25 Most Influential GLBT Latinos by miapogeo.com; served as chairman of the City of Miami Beach Historic
Preservation Design Review Board; was named one of 5 "People To Know" in Miami Beach by the Miami Herald
(May 2011); and was part of the documentary The Day It Snowed in Miami, about LGBT rights in South Florida.
2019 Board of Directors | Junta Directiva
Herb Sosa
CEO, President & Founder
John O. Buckley
Vice President
CAOBA Program Director
Jose Aybar
Secretary
Millennial Programming
Rev. Houston R. Cypress
Indigenous and Environmental Issues
Robert Duggar
Events & Volunteer Coordinator
Christin James
Women & Families Programming
Samantha LeTroy
Llegando305 Program Director
Morgan Mayfaire
Fundraising & Transgender Programming
Christopher Padron
Video Production Coordinator
CONTACT OUR UC|CU BOARD at: info@unitycoalition.org
Herb Sosa
CEO, President & Founder
John O. Buckley
Vice President
CAOBA Program Director
Jose Aybar
Secretary
Millennial Programming
Rev. Houston R. Cypress
Indigenous and Environmental Issues
Robert Duggar
Events & Volunteer Coordinator
Christin James
Women & Families Programming
Samantha LeTroy
Llegando305 Program Director
Morgan Mayfaire
Fundraising & Transgender Programming
Christopher Padron
Video Production Coordinator
CONTACT OUR UC|CU BOARD at: info@unitycoalition.org
In Memory...
LUIS PENELAS
Mr. Penela was a nationally respected civil activist, preservationist and community leader.
As a spokesperson for LGBT issues, HIV/AIDS and civil rights, Mr. Penelas served on varoius community boards, as well as on the
Board of Advisors of Unity Coalition.
Mr. Penelas passed away July 2006 and will be greatly missed.
Mr. Penela was a nationally respected civil activist, preservationist and community leader.
As a spokesperson for LGBT issues, HIV/AIDS and civil rights, Mr. Penelas served on varoius community boards, as well as on the
Board of Advisors of Unity Coalition.
Mr. Penelas passed away July 2006 and will be greatly missed.
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2002 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa – President, Luisa Rondón-Lassen -Vice President, Christian Aguilar - Treasurer “Ron” Saul Brenesky- Secretary, Dahlia Canes, Dr. Laura Leyva, Isabel
Morgado, Dr. Manuel Laureano-Vega
OF COUNSEL: Alan Ginsberg ADVISORS: Doralba Muñoz
2003 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa – President, Luisa Rondón-Lassen -Vice President, Christian Aguilar - Treasurer “Ron” Saul Brenesky- Secretary, Dahlia Canes, Dr. Laura Leyva, Isabel
Morgado, Dr. Manuel Laureano-Vega
OF COUNSEL: Alan Ginsberg ADVISORS: Doralba Muñoz
2004 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa - President, “Ron” Saul Brenesky - Vice President, Christian Aguilar - Treasurer, Miguel Trujillo - Secretary, Dahlia Canes, Maria DeLak, Dr. Laura
Leyva
OF COUNSEL: Alan Ginsberg ADVISORS: Luis Penelas, Dr. Manuel Laureano-Vega
2005 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa – President, “Ron” Saul Brenesky - Vice President, Christian Aguilar – Treasurer, Dahlia Canes – Secretary, Arturo Alvarez, Alex Fernandez, Axel
Javier, Efren Martinez Pulgarón, Dr. Laura Leyva, Miguel Trujillo
OF COUNSEL: Alan Ginsberg
2006 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa - President, “Ron” Saul Brenesky - Vice President, Christian Aguilar - Treasurer, Dahlia Canes - Secretary, Arturo Alvarez, Alex Fernandez, Axel Javier,
Dr. Laura Leyva, Efren Martinez-Pulgarón, Miguel Trujillo
OF COUNSEL: Alan Ginsberg
2007 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa - President, “Ron” Saul Brenesky - Vice President, Christian Aguilar - Treasurer, Dahlia Canes - Secretary, Dr. Laura Leyva,
Dr. Arturo Alvarez, Alexis Fernandez, Dr. Manuel Laureano Vega, Efren Martinez-Pulgarón, Oscar Medina, Tony Rodriguez
OF COUNSEL: Alan Ginsberg
2008 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa - President, Dahlia Canes, Dr. Laura Leyva, Dr. Arturo Alvarez, Christian Aguilar, “Ron” Saul Brenesky, Dr. Manuel Laureano-Vega, Efren Martinez-
Pulgarón, Oscar Medina
OF COUNSEL: Alan Ginsberg
Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida, Inc.
2008 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa | President, Dahlia Canes, Dr. Laura Leyva, Dr. Arturo Alvarez, Christian Aguilar, “Ron” Saul Brenesky, Dr. Manuel Laureano-Vega, Efren Martinez-
Pulgarón, Oscar Medina
OF COUNSEL: Alan Ginsberg
2009 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa|President, Dahlia Canes, David Carcache-Guzman, Armando Diaz, Jr.,Efren Martinez-Pulgarón
2010 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa|President, Vanessa Brito, Dahlia Canes, Milan Rodriguez, Luis E. Gonzalez, Eddie I Sierra, David A.C. Turley
2011 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa | President, Luis E. Gonzalez- Treasurer, Vanessa Brito, Ile Morales, Cathy Toruño,
Antonio Lopez Ferez, Michael "Moses" Stein, Darvin "Will" Williams
BOARD OF ADVISORS | Walker Burttschell, Linda Horton, Milan Rodriguez, Tim Harrises, David A.C. Turley
OF COUNSEL: Darvin Williams
2011 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa | President, Luis E. Gonzalez- Treasurer, Ile Morales, Cathy Toruño, Antonio Lopez Ferez, Michael "Moses" Stein, Darvin "Will" Williams
BOARD OF ADVISORS | Walker Burttschell, Linda Horton, Milan Rodriguez, Tim Harrises, David A.C. Turley
OF COUNSEL: Darvin Williams
2012 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa | President, Luis E. Gonzalez- Treasurer, Ile Morales, Cathy Toruño, Maria Lago, Antonio Lopez Ferez, Michael "Moses" Stein,
Darvin "Will" Williams (0f counsel)
BOARD OF ADVISORS | Linda Horton, Milan Rodriguez, Tim Harrises, David A.C. Turley
2013 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa | President, Luis E. Gonzalez- Treasurer, Maria Lago, Max Brava, David Kessler, Antonio Lopez Ferez, Michael "Moses" Stein, Ken Carrington
BOARD OF ADVISORS | Linda Horton, Ile Morales, Milan Rodriguez, Tim Harrises, David A.C. Turley
2014 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa | President, Angel Camacho, Michael Gongora - Of Counsel, Aryah Lester, Christopher Padron, Michael "Moses" Stein,
Sasha Westerman-Keuning, Ken Carrington
BOARD OF ADVISORS | Max Brava, David Kessler, Maria Lago, Milan Rodriguez, David A.C. Turley
2015 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa | President, Heather Susan Carr | Treasurer, Michael Gongora - Of Counsel, Aryah Lester, Christopher Padron, Harold Sloan-Marrero, Michael
"Moses" Stein, Sasha Westerman-Keuning, Ken Carrington, Weslee Lim, Mari Zapata
BOARD OF ADVISORS | Max Brava, David Kessler, Maria Lago, Milan Rodriguez, David A.C. Turley
2016 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa | President, Heather Susan Carr | Treasurer, Michael Gongora - Of Counsel, Mari Alexander, Holam Antonetti, Aryah Lester, Christopher Padron,
Ariel Morel, Harold Sloan-Marrero, Mil Ocampo, Sasha Westerman-Keuning
BOARD OF ADVISORS | Sandra Holiday, Milan Rodriguez, Angela Salter, Hernan Valverde
2017 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa | President, Michael Gongora - Of Counsel, John O. Buckley, Aryah Lester, Jose Aybar, Morgan Mayfaire, Christopher Padron, F. Jouseph Sliba,
Harold Sloan-Marrero,
BOARD OF ADVISORS | Sandra Holiday, Milan Rodriguez, Hernan Valverde
2018 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa | President, John O. Buckley | Vice President, Harold Marrero | Secretary, Jose Aybar, Ella Marques, Morgan Mayfaire, Christopher Padron,
BOARD OF ADVISORS | Sandra Holiday, Aryah Lester, Ashley Mayfaire, Milan Rodriguez, Hernan Valverde
2019 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Herb Sosa | President, John O. Buckley | Vice President, Jose Aybar | Secretary, Dr. Houston R. Cypress, Robert Duggar, Samantha LeTroy, Christin James,
Morgan Mayfaire, Christopher Padron
BOARD OF ADVISORS
Anthony Cabrera, Houston Cypress, Victor Diaz-Herman, Sandra Holiday, Aryah Lester, Ashley Mayfaire, Hernan Valverde,
MILAN RODRIGUEZ | pronouns: she, her, hers
Milan Rodriguez is one of Miami’s leading graphic designers, owner of the popular website “Milancita.com” and a
successful nightclub promoter. As a graphic designer she has designed for top 10 companies such as the Carlisle
Development Group among others. Her website, Milancita.com, has had over 120,000 hits since its launch three
years ago. Milancita.com was recently named “Website of the Year” at the Latino Press Awards. With the creation of
this website, a dream was born that someday Milan would be recognized as having contributed something positive
to the gay community through a work that she has done, and loved, all of her life. The long hours, the sleepless
nights and the thousands of pictures have all contributed to this accomplishment.
Milán Rodríguez, creativamente reconocida como Milancita.com
Cubana-Brasilera Estudio Comunicaciones, Diseño Grafico y Luego estudio Diseño de Website en el Miami Dade
Community Collage, especializándose en Flash, una técnica novedosa para crear impresionantes sitios de Internet.
Esta certificada por Microsoft como Especialista de Software que produce esta gran Empresa, también Milancita es
certificada por Adobe, la Poderosa compañía de Software como, Photoshop, Illustrator, GoLive, Premiere, In
Design, After Effects, Encore, Audition y muchos mas, Milancita tiene una tercera certificación por la Mundialmente
conocida empresa de Software Macromedia, como especialista en Flash.
Hoy por hoy podemos decir que Milancita y su reconocido website Milancita.com son un Orgullo de nuestra
comunidad Latina.
Milan Rodriguez is one of Miami’s leading graphic designers, owner of the popular website “Milancita.com” and a
successful nightclub promoter. As a graphic designer she has designed for top 10 companies such as the Carlisle
Development Group among others. Her website, Milancita.com, has had over 120,000 hits since its launch three
years ago. Milancita.com was recently named “Website of the Year” at the Latino Press Awards. With the creation of
this website, a dream was born that someday Milan would be recognized as having contributed something positive
to the gay community through a work that she has done, and loved, all of her life. The long hours, the sleepless
nights and the thousands of pictures have all contributed to this accomplishment.
Milán Rodríguez, creativamente reconocida como Milancita.com
Cubana-Brasilera Estudio Comunicaciones, Diseño Grafico y Luego estudio Diseño de Website en el Miami Dade
Community Collage, especializándose en Flash, una técnica novedosa para crear impresionantes sitios de Internet.
Esta certificada por Microsoft como Especialista de Software que produce esta gran Empresa, también Milancita es
certificada por Adobe, la Poderosa compañía de Software como, Photoshop, Illustrator, GoLive, Premiere, In
Design, After Effects, Encore, Audition y muchos mas, Milancita tiene una tercera certificación por la Mundialmente
conocida empresa de Software Macromedia, como especialista en Flash.
Hoy por hoy podemos decir que Milancita y su reconocido website Milancita.com son un Orgullo de nuestra
comunidad Latina.
SPECIAL EVENTS & EDUCATION
All the responsibilities relating to upcoming and future events that UC|CU will host and/or will participate in. They will organize and
set-up the event, as well as handle all procedures prior to the event. This can include contacting vendors, determining locations for
events, and ensuring a smooth and successful outcome. Committee will oversee Leaders. Legends & Lovelies Lecture Series,
Exhibits, Workshops and all other UC|CU Events.
MARKETING, MEDIA & PROMO
Overseeing & ensuring that UC|CU is presented in a positive light and ensuring that UC|CU is associated with individuals & orgs that
will endorse and promote our cause and mission.
coverage, Board Member & Donor recruitment, UC|CU Member Card promotion and all other forms of public relations.
FINANCE & FUNDRAISING
Oversees all financial & accounting for UC|CU. Chair & committee handle all money related issues such as contacting prospective
donors for sponsorship, and the development of a budget that will allow UC|CU to properly manage their finances and for new funding
ideas to be developed for the organization.
VOLUNTEERS
Communicate with all members and potential members who support UC|CU and are interested in helping with our mission.
Committee will oversee all aspects of volunteering including event volunteer recruitment, scheduling and logistics.
ADVOCACY
Committee is responsible for all distribution of UC|CU Questionnaires, their mailing & collection, presentation to board for
consideration, and coordinating of phone banks, promos & special events relating to political endorsements.
BOARD OF ADVISORS
This elected group serves as advisors to the UC|CU Board of Directors on issues of policy, mission, education & membership, and
will assist on fundraising & promotion of UC|CU programming & mission.
All the responsibilities relating to upcoming and future events that UC|CU will host and/or will participate in. They will organize and
set-up the event, as well as handle all procedures prior to the event. This can include contacting vendors, determining locations for
events, and ensuring a smooth and successful outcome. Committee will oversee Leaders. Legends & Lovelies Lecture Series,
Exhibits, Workshops and all other UC|CU Events.
MARKETING, MEDIA & PROMO
Overseeing & ensuring that UC|CU is presented in a positive light and ensuring that UC|CU is associated with individuals & orgs that
will endorse and promote our cause and mission.
coverage, Board Member & Donor recruitment, UC|CU Member Card promotion and all other forms of public relations.
FINANCE & FUNDRAISING
Oversees all financial & accounting for UC|CU. Chair & committee handle all money related issues such as contacting prospective
donors for sponsorship, and the development of a budget that will allow UC|CU to properly manage their finances and for new funding
ideas to be developed for the organization.
VOLUNTEERS
Communicate with all members and potential members who support UC|CU and are interested in helping with our mission.
Committee will oversee all aspects of volunteering including event volunteer recruitment, scheduling and logistics.
ADVOCACY
Committee is responsible for all distribution of UC|CU Questionnaires, their mailing & collection, presentation to board for
consideration, and coordinating of phone banks, promos & special events relating to political endorsements.
BOARD OF ADVISORS
This elected group serves as advisors to the UC|CU Board of Directors on issues of policy, mission, education & membership, and
will assist on fundraising & promotion of UC|CU programming & mission.
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COMMITTEES
2019 Board of Directors | Junta Directiva
Board of Advisors | Junta de Asesores
| Board of Advisors | Junta de Asesores Sandra Holiday LGBT Scholarship Aryah Lester TransArt Program Advisor TransTech Program Advisor Ashley Mayfaire Grants and Fundraising Advisor Milan Rodriguez Equality, Women & Trans Issues June Raven Romero Equality, Women & Trans Issues Hernan Valverde Vendor & Sponsor Advisor Michael Gongora Legal Counsel Celebrate ORGULLO 2019 Board of Advisors | Junta de Asesores Herb Sosa John Buckley Rafael Canton Robert Dugger Ashely Mayfaire Morgan Mayfaire Alan Tibaldeo Chaplin Tyler |
CHRISTOPHER PADRON | pronouns: he, him, his
Christopher Padron has been building his career as a creative artist in Filmmaking and TV production.
Christopher Founded his own production company named CP Production, from where he organized number of
teams of artists and led production team members to serve clients’ needs of project management and production
tasks in South Florida. Christopher is now pursuing for Master’s of Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing
Management from American InterContinental University, Miami, Florida.
Christopher is an active contributor to humanitarian support organizations. His short term goal is to deliver and
execute film and media project based on LGBT community at South Florida and eventually starting his own
network channel. In the long term, Christopher is looking to open a non-profit organization, providing all forms of
Art Education and Media Communication to low income communities, and Fundraising for AIDS and Breast
Cancer patients nationwide.
Christopher Padron has been building his career as a creative artist in Filmmaking and TV production.
Christopher Founded his own production company named CP Production, from where he organized number of
teams of artists and led production team members to serve clients’ needs of project management and production
tasks in South Florida. Christopher is now pursuing for Master’s of Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing
Management from American InterContinental University, Miami, Florida.
Christopher is an active contributor to humanitarian support organizations. His short term goal is to deliver and
execute film and media project based on LGBT community at South Florida and eventually starting his own
network channel. In the long term, Christopher is looking to open a non-profit organization, providing all forms of
Art Education and Media Communication to low income communities, and Fundraising for AIDS and Breast
Cancer patients nationwide.
MORGAN MAYFAIRE | pronouns: he, him, his
Dr. Morgan Mayfaire is a Jewish Trans man who was born in New York to a Cuban father and Dominican mother.
He earned a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Morgan has a
personal history of fighting for LGBTQ+ rights, starting as a young Feminist and a member of Act Up and the
Names Project. He is a passionate advocate for HIV prevention and treatment programs in South Florida, serving
on multiple advisory groups for the Florida Department of Health in Broward County. He was named one of the Out
50 by South Florida Gay News for 2017 for his role as the Co-Founder and Executive Director of TransSOCIAL, Inc.
Morgan and his wife, Ashley, founded TransSOCIAL to help build unity in the local Trans and LGBTQ+
communities. TransSOCIAL is providing name change and gender marker change assistance, LGBTQ+
competency training, and facilitating social and support groups for the Trans community. Morgan is also committed
to using his visibility as a multi-racial Trans man to educate others about the Trans experience.
In 2018 Mayfaire was the recipient of Latinos En Accion's Bishop SF Makalani-Mahee UNITY Award for his work.
Dr. Morgan Mayfaire is a Jewish Trans man who was born in New York to a Cuban father and Dominican mother.
He earned a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Morgan has a
personal history of fighting for LGBTQ+ rights, starting as a young Feminist and a member of Act Up and the
Names Project. He is a passionate advocate for HIV prevention and treatment programs in South Florida, serving
on multiple advisory groups for the Florida Department of Health in Broward County. He was named one of the Out
50 by South Florida Gay News for 2017 for his role as the Co-Founder and Executive Director of TransSOCIAL, Inc.
Morgan and his wife, Ashley, founded TransSOCIAL to help build unity in the local Trans and LGBTQ+
communities. TransSOCIAL is providing name change and gender marker change assistance, LGBTQ+
competency training, and facilitating social and support groups for the Trans community. Morgan is also committed
to using his visibility as a multi-racial Trans man to educate others about the Trans experience.
In 2018 Mayfaire was the recipient of Latinos En Accion's Bishop SF Makalani-Mahee UNITY Award for his work.
MICHAEL GONGORA, Esq. - Of Counsel | pronouns: he, him, his
Gongora has been Lead community association litigator in the Miami office of Becker & Poliakoff, P.A. since 2005.
He served as the first & only openly gay elected commissioner in the city of Miami Beach from Nov 2009 to Nov 2013,
representing the interests of Miami Beach residents in good government.
He is a graduate of the University of Miami, Class of 1994 · J.D., Law, Cum Laude · Coral Gables, Florida,
and attended Lakewood High School in Saint Petersburg, Florida
Gongora has been Lead community association litigator in the Miami office of Becker & Poliakoff, P.A. since 2005.
He served as the first & only openly gay elected commissioner in the city of Miami Beach from Nov 2009 to Nov 2013,
representing the interests of Miami Beach residents in good government.
He is a graduate of the University of Miami, Class of 1994 · J.D., Law, Cum Laude · Coral Gables, Florida,
and attended Lakewood High School in Saint Petersburg, Florida
HERNAN VALVERDE | pronouns: he, him, his
Hernan Valverde has a long & successful career in Liquor Sales, Marketing & Management. Currently the account
director for HIRO Sake. Valverde is a proud father of 2 boys, works tirelessly in his support for the LGBT
community, and also serves on the Miami Beach Gay Pride board of directors.
Hernan Valverde has a long & successful career in Liquor Sales, Marketing & Management. Currently the account
director for HIRO Sake. Valverde is a proud father of 2 boys, works tirelessly in his support for the LGBT
community, and also serves on the Miami Beach Gay Pride board of directors.
| ACCOMPLISHMENTS |
| LOGROS |
| 2007 ACCOMPLISHMENTS | LOGROS DEL 2007 |
| 2004 ACCOMPLISHMENTS | LOGROS DEL 2004 |
| 2003 ACCOMPLISHMENTS | LOGROS DEL 2003 |
| 2002 ACCOMPLISHMENTS | LOGROS DEL 2002 |
| 2005 ACCOMPLISHMENTS | LOGROS DEL 2005 |
| 2006 ACCOMPLISHMENTS | LOGROS DEL 2006 |
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| 2009 ACCOMPLISHMENTS | LOGROS DEL 2009 |
| 2008 ACCOMPLISHMENTS | LOGROS DEL 2008 |
| 2010 ACCOMPLISHMENTS | LOGROS DEL 2010 |
| 2011 ACCOMPLISHMENTS | LOGROS DEL 2011 |
| 2012 ACCOMPLISHMENTS | LOGROS DEL 2012 |
| 2013 ACCOMPLISHMENTS | LOGROS DEL 2013 |
| 2014 ACCOMPLISHMENTS | LOGROS DEL 2014 |
| 2014 |
| 2015 ACCOMPLISHMENTS | LOGROS DEL 2015 |
| 2015 |
SANDRA HOLIDAY | pronouns: she, her, hers |
Founder - Anita Priest Whispering Angles Foundation
Born & educated in London, England. Sandra Holiday has been a resident of the USA since 1974.
Trained as a Professional Championship Ballroom & Latin American dancer, Sandra taught dance in London for
10 years as well as performing with her dance partner Geoffrey Clapham on cruise ships based in New York. After
returning to London, her career brought her back to the USA where she continued teaching. In 1985 while living in
South Florida she partnered with Anita Priest both personally & professionally.
For 23 years Sandra was the project manager for the Anita Priest Interior Design Co. and the Administrator for her
successful school for Interior Decoration & Design.
Sandra established the ANITA PRIEST “Whispering Angels” Memorial Scholarship Foundation, a legacy
scholarship in memory & honor of her. Anita’s mission in life was to help people, as she had overcome so much in
her life.
Sandra has a dream that one day she will be able to help more members of the LGBT community continue and to
advance their dreams in the Design & Arts fields. The possibilities are endless.
Founder - Anita Priest Whispering Angles Foundation
Born & educated in London, England. Sandra Holiday has been a resident of the USA since 1974.
Trained as a Professional Championship Ballroom & Latin American dancer, Sandra taught dance in London for
10 years as well as performing with her dance partner Geoffrey Clapham on cruise ships based in New York. After
returning to London, her career brought her back to the USA where she continued teaching. In 1985 while living in
South Florida she partnered with Anita Priest both personally & professionally.
For 23 years Sandra was the project manager for the Anita Priest Interior Design Co. and the Administrator for her
successful school for Interior Decoration & Design.
Sandra established the ANITA PRIEST “Whispering Angels” Memorial Scholarship Foundation, a legacy
scholarship in memory & honor of her. Anita’s mission in life was to help people, as she had overcome so much in
her life.
Sandra has a dream that one day she will be able to help more members of the LGBT community continue and to
advance their dreams in the Design & Arts fields. The possibilities are endless.
JOHN O. BUCKLEY -Vice President | pronouns: he, him, his
A Native of Florida, John was born in Vero Beach to parents who came to US from Honduras back in 70s.
An only child from a large extended family, he is currently a Client Advisor at RIMOVA in Miami's Design District and Bal
Harbour Shops, and has been in retail over 15 years. Buckley also has over 8 years of Banking Experience.
John believes in giving his time and efforts to build a strong resource for our LGBT Community than will leave a lasting
footprint in history.
A Native of Florida, John was born in Vero Beach to parents who came to US from Honduras back in 70s.
An only child from a large extended family, he is currently a Client Advisor at RIMOVA in Miami's Design District and Bal
Harbour Shops, and has been in retail over 15 years. Buckley also has over 8 years of Banking Experience.
John believes in giving his time and efforts to build a strong resource for our LGBT Community than will leave a lasting
footprint in history.
| 2016 ACCOMPLISHMENTS | LOGROS DEL 2016 |
ARYAH LESTER | pronouns: she, her, hers
Aryah Lester, speaker/author/educator, is a Transwoman of color from New York that was a Miami-Dade resident
from 2005-2018. She now serves as the Deputy Director for the Transgender Strategy Center, a non-profit
organization located in Washington, D.C.
Ms. Lester also serves as chair for the State of Florida Health Department's Transgender Work Group, and a
member of: the Miami-Dade HIV/AIDS Partnership, Prevention Committee and County Trans Work Group. She also
sits as a member on the National Alliance of State and Territorial AIDS Directors (NASTAD) Transgender
Networking Group. This year, Aryah Lester opened the Trans-Miami Center, as well as continuing the network of
her National Alliance of Transgender Advocates and Leaders (NATAL) and advisor to Arianna's Center.
Aryah Lester, speaker/author/educator, is a Transwoman of color from New York that was a Miami-Dade resident
from 2005-2018. She now serves as the Deputy Director for the Transgender Strategy Center, a non-profit
organization located in Washington, D.C.
Ms. Lester also serves as chair for the State of Florida Health Department's Transgender Work Group, and a
member of: the Miami-Dade HIV/AIDS Partnership, Prevention Committee and County Trans Work Group. She also
sits as a member on the National Alliance of State and Territorial AIDS Directors (NASTAD) Transgender
Networking Group. This year, Aryah Lester opened the Trans-Miami Center, as well as continuing the network of
her National Alliance of Transgender Advocates and Leaders (NATAL) and advisor to Arianna's Center.
JOSE AYBAR - Secretary | pronouns: they, them, theirs
Jose Aybar serves as Secretary of Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida. Aybar is also the Program Director of ‘Pride U
2020’ and spearheads College Campus Outreach & Millennial Programming for UC|CU.
Aybar is a graduate of Academy of Arts & Minds. Originally from the Dominican Republic, Aybar calls Miami home,
and attends Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus, where they are pursuing a degree in Music Education.
Aybar was the former president of ‘The Pride Club @ Wolfson Campus’ (2017-2019), an LGBTQ+ leadership club.
Aybar spent two years creating a safe space for those who needed it on campus and laid the groundwork for the
next generation of leaders.
Jose Aybar serves as Secretary of Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida. Aybar is also the Program Director of ‘Pride U
2020’ and spearheads College Campus Outreach & Millennial Programming for UC|CU.
Aybar is a graduate of Academy of Arts & Minds. Originally from the Dominican Republic, Aybar calls Miami home,
and attends Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus, where they are pursuing a degree in Music Education.
Aybar was the former president of ‘The Pride Club @ Wolfson Campus’ (2017-2019), an LGBTQ+ leadership club.
Aybar spent two years creating a safe space for those who needed it on campus and laid the groundwork for the
next generation of leaders.
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UNITY COALITION|COALICION UNIDA is the First & Only organization for the So. Fla. Latinx|Hispanic|LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) Community - advancing
Equality and Fairness through Education, Leadership & Awareness since 2002.
UNITY COALITION|COALICION UNIDA es la Primera y Unica organización en el sur de la Florida para la comunidad latinx|hispanx LGBT (lesbianas, gay,bisexual,
transgénero)- avanzando Igualdad, Liderazgo y Conciencia desde el 2002.
UNITY COALITION|COALICION UNIDA is the First & Only organization for the So. Fla. Latinx|Hispanic|LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) Community - advancing
Equality and Fairness through Education, Leadership & Awareness since 2002.
UNITY COALITION|COALICION UNIDA es la Primera y Unica organización en el sur de la Florida para la comunidad latinx|hispanx LGBT (lesbianas, gay,bisexual,
transgénero)- avanzando Igualdad, Liderazgo y Conciencia desde el 2002.
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A transgender woman was shot to death early Sunday morning, July 2nd in Lynchburg, Virginia.
The death of Ebony Morgan, 28, is the 15th reported murder of a transgender person in the United States this year.
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The death of Ebony Morgan, 28, is the 15th reported murder of a transgender person in the United States this year.
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UNITY COALITION|COALICIÓN UNIDA awards 50k in LGBT SCHOLARSHIPS
UNITY COALITION|COALICIÓN|UNIDA presenta 50 mil dólares en Becas a la Comunidad LGBT
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UNITY COALITION|COALICIÓN|UNIDA presenta 50 mil dólares en Becas a la Comunidad LGBT
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UNITY COALITION|COALICIÓN UNIDA does not and shall not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin
(ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its
activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and
firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are
committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of
our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
UNITY COALITION|COALICIÓN UNIDA is an equal opportunity employer. We will not
discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against
discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment,
compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of
employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color,
gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual
orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
UNITY COALITION|COALICIÓN UNIDA does not and shall not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin
(ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its
activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and
firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are
committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of
our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
UNITY COALITION|COALICIÓN UNIDA is an equal opportunity employer. We will not
discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against
discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment,
compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of
employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color,
gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual
orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
UC|CU condemns Presidential Tweet on banning Transgender individuals from serving in the U.S. Military - Urges our community and the
country focus on the timing, intent and facts – not the message CLICK HERE to read more...
UC|CU condena "Tweet" presidencial, prohibiendo individuos transgénero de servir en el militar EE.UU. - Nuestra comunidad y el país se
tienen que concentrar centran en el clima politico, la intención y hechos - no el mensaje
country focus on the timing, intent and facts – not the message CLICK HERE to read more...
UC|CU condena "Tweet" presidencial, prohibiendo individuos transgénero de servir en el militar EE.UU. - Nuestra comunidad y el país se
tienen que concentrar centran en el clima politico, la intención y hechos - no el mensaje
ADMINISTRATIONS DECISION TO END D.A.C.A. IS THE MOST RECKLESS AND SHAMEFUL ATTACK ON OUR HISPANIC & LGBT
COMMUNITIES, TO DATE CLICK HERE to read more...
DECISIÓN PARA FINALIZAR D.A.C.A. ES EL ATAQUE MÁS RECIENTE Y VERGONZOSO A NUESTRAS COMUNIDADES HISPÁNAS Y LGBT
COMMUNITIES, TO DATE CLICK HERE to read more...
DECISIÓN PARA FINALIZAR D.A.C.A. ES EL ATAQUE MÁS RECIENTE Y VERGONZOSO A NUESTRAS COMUNIDADES HISPÁNAS Y LGBT
There are over 54 million citizens with disabilities who want and need
access to work and the buildings in which people work. Apart from all
ethical considerations, the law demands that people with disabilities are
accommodated.
Hay más de 54 millones de ciudadanos con discapacidades que desean y
necesitan acceso al trabajo ya los edificios en los que trabajan. Aparte de
todas las consideraciones éticas, la ley exige que las personas con
discapacidades se acomoden.
Sign Language Interpretation is provided for a lecture, tour, film,
performance, conference or other program- if requested in
writing, 24 hours in advance.
Interpretación de lenguaje de señas seofrece para presentaciones,
conferencias, giras, películas y otros programas - si se solicita
por escrito, 24 horas por adelantado.
All of our events, programs & public meetings have access for
individuals with limited mobility, including wheelchair users.
Todos nuestros eventos, programas y reuniones públicas tienen
acceso para personas con movilidad limitada, incluidos los usuarios
de sillas de ruedas.
The Florida Relay Service is the communications link for people who are Deaf,
Hard of Hearing, Deaf/Blind, or Speech Disabled. Through the Florida Relay Service,
people who use specialized telephone equipment can communicate with people
who use standard telephone equipment. To call Florida Relay, dial 7-1-1.
The Florida Relay Service es el enlace de comunicaciones para las personas
sordas, con problemas de audición, sordas/ciegas o con discapacidades del habla.
A través del servicio de retransmisión de Florida, las personas que usan equipos
telefónicos especializados pueden comunicarse con personas que usan equipo
telefónico estándar.
Para llamar a Florida Relay, marque 7-1-1.
WE DO OUR BEST to accommodate all needs.
If we fail to do so in any way, please help us GET BETTER.
HACEMOS LO MEJOR para acomodar todas las necesidades.
Si no lo logramos a su satisfación, por favor ayúdenos a MEJORAR.
Addressing accessibility inquiries, accommodation requests, and/or complaints by
members of the public, organization's leadership and volunteers.
info@unitycoalition.org
786-271-6982
Consultas sobre accesibilidad, solicitudes de alojamiento y/o quejas de miembros
del público, liderazgo de la organización y voluntarios. info@unitycoalition.org
access to work and the buildings in which people work. Apart from all
ethical considerations, the law demands that people with disabilities are
accommodated.
Hay más de 54 millones de ciudadanos con discapacidades que desean y
necesitan acceso al trabajo ya los edificios en los que trabajan. Aparte de
todas las consideraciones éticas, la ley exige que las personas con
discapacidades se acomoden.
Sign Language Interpretation is provided for a lecture, tour, film,
performance, conference or other program- if requested in
writing, 24 hours in advance.
Interpretación de lenguaje de señas seofrece para presentaciones,
conferencias, giras, películas y otros programas - si se solicita
por escrito, 24 horas por adelantado.
All of our events, programs & public meetings have access for
individuals with limited mobility, including wheelchair users.
Todos nuestros eventos, programas y reuniones públicas tienen
acceso para personas con movilidad limitada, incluidos los usuarios
de sillas de ruedas.
The Florida Relay Service is the communications link for people who are Deaf,
Hard of Hearing, Deaf/Blind, or Speech Disabled. Through the Florida Relay Service,
people who use specialized telephone equipment can communicate with people
who use standard telephone equipment. To call Florida Relay, dial 7-1-1.
The Florida Relay Service es el enlace de comunicaciones para las personas
sordas, con problemas de audición, sordas/ciegas o con discapacidades del habla.
A través del servicio de retransmisión de Florida, las personas que usan equipos
telefónicos especializados pueden comunicarse con personas que usan equipo
telefónico estándar.
Para llamar a Florida Relay, marque 7-1-1.
WE DO OUR BEST to accommodate all needs.
If we fail to do so in any way, please help us GET BETTER.
HACEMOS LO MEJOR para acomodar todas las necesidades.
Si no lo logramos a su satisfación, por favor ayúdenos a MEJORAR.
Addressing accessibility inquiries, accommodation requests, and/or complaints by
members of the public, organization's leadership and volunteers.
info@unitycoalition.org
786-271-6982
Consultas sobre accesibilidad, solicitudes de alojamiento y/o quejas de miembros
del público, liderazgo de la organización y voluntarios. info@unitycoalition.org
UC|CU Miami Office
777 Brickell Avenue, Suite 500, Miami, Florida 33139
– offering Programs and Services onsite, by appointment only.
In partnership with TransMiami,Trans SOCIAL, Trans Tech Hub
& QUEST Workspace.
777 Brickell Avenue, Suite 500, Miami, Florida 33139
– offering Programs and Services onsite, by appointment only.
In partnership with TransMiami,Trans SOCIAL, Trans Tech Hub
& QUEST Workspace.
ELLA MARQUES | pronouns: she, her, hers
Ms. Marques is and extremely accomplished, educated and well-traveled individual, and author of “I was born a
boy, from Venus.” A Transwoman’s memoir. Born in Portugal, Marques transitioned at 60, after a traditional
relationship with a woman, married 21 years and together and raised four children.
- I am in the process of transitioning from male to female (MTF) at the age of sixty. I would like to share with you my
extraordinary life, not only because I am transgender, but because I am an international person who has lived in
many countries, gone to some of the best schools in the world, worked at management levels within international
companies, and had many different, wild, and wonderful experiences.
Mostly, I would like for you to understand what it means to be transgender, the courage it takes to become who we
really are, and that we can be very positive people for society at large. Yes, transgender people have to go through
many different challenges and dangers. I tried to escape my feelings all my life, and still, they found me. I am only
one person. There are many men and women like me, with the same feelings and similar experiences. Though I
have had a very blessed life, many other transgender people have very difficult ones, and for all of us, awareness is
lifesaving. All I ask is that you open your eyes.
Ms. Marques is and extremely accomplished, educated and well-traveled individual, and author of “I was born a
boy, from Venus.” A Transwoman’s memoir. Born in Portugal, Marques transitioned at 60, after a traditional
relationship with a woman, married 21 years and together and raised four children.
- I am in the process of transitioning from male to female (MTF) at the age of sixty. I would like to share with you my
extraordinary life, not only because I am transgender, but because I am an international person who has lived in
many countries, gone to some of the best schools in the world, worked at management levels within international
companies, and had many different, wild, and wonderful experiences.
Mostly, I would like for you to understand what it means to be transgender, the courage it takes to become who we
really are, and that we can be very positive people for society at large. Yes, transgender people have to go through
many different challenges and dangers. I tried to escape my feelings all my life, and still, they found me. I am only
one person. There are many men and women like me, with the same feelings and similar experiences. Though I
have had a very blessed life, many other transgender people have very difficult ones, and for all of us, awareness is
lifesaving. All I ask is that you open your eyes.
ASHLEY MAYFAIRE | pronouns: she, her, they
Ashley Mayfaire’s passion for community organizing and social justice issues has led to her current role in non-
profit management. After experiencing firsthand the barriers that her husband, Morgan, faced during his gender
transition from female to male, Ashley and Morgan co-founded TransSOCIAL, Inc. to build a network of resources
and support for the Trans community. Ashley frequently speaks on educational panels and is always creating new
curriculum for TransSOCIAL’s LGBTQ+ Cultural Competency Trainings for businesses, healthcare providers and
universities, making sure that they are compliant with federal non-discrimination guidelines and creating more safe
and affirming spaces for Trans people to access care and public accommodations. She utilizes her platform to
educate and engage the community in HIV prevention and treatment efforts through her participation in the South
Florida AIDS Network and multiple advisory groups for the Broward County Health Department’s HIV Prevention
initiatives. She also serves on the Associate Board of Pride Fort Lauderdale, spearheading the creation of South
Florida’s first Trans Pride celebration in 2018. An alumna of Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Ashley
spends her free time creating art and tending to her furry and feathered children.
Ashley serves as Grants and Fundraising Advisor for UC|CU.
Ashley Mayfaire’s passion for community organizing and social justice issues has led to her current role in non-
profit management. After experiencing firsthand the barriers that her husband, Morgan, faced during his gender
transition from female to male, Ashley and Morgan co-founded TransSOCIAL, Inc. to build a network of resources
and support for the Trans community. Ashley frequently speaks on educational panels and is always creating new
curriculum for TransSOCIAL’s LGBTQ+ Cultural Competency Trainings for businesses, healthcare providers and
universities, making sure that they are compliant with federal non-discrimination guidelines and creating more safe
and affirming spaces for Trans people to access care and public accommodations. She utilizes her platform to
educate and engage the community in HIV prevention and treatment efforts through her participation in the South
Florida AIDS Network and multiple advisory groups for the Broward County Health Department’s HIV Prevention
initiatives. She also serves on the Associate Board of Pride Fort Lauderdale, spearheading the creation of South
Florida’s first Trans Pride celebration in 2018. An alumna of Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Ashley
spends her free time creating art and tending to her furry and feathered children.
Ashley serves as Grants and Fundraising Advisor for UC|CU.
| 2017 ACCOMPLISHMENTS | LOGROS DEL 2017 |
This past year...
AWARDED | 50k for LGBT College Scholarship program in the Arts,
Design, Education and Cosmetology.
SHOWCASED | 80+ artists, writers, dancers, performers & community
leaders in year round programming.
ASSISTED | 300+ families & individuals to much needed healthcare,
housing & legal representation.
PRODUCED | ELEVATE Workshops - a Day of Being Nicer; TRANSART Artists Showcase and Conference; TransLives Project documentary & 11 personal account videos on
Transgender community; launched first Trans TECH Social hub in the U.S.; LGBT College Scholarship Fund; State of Hate Workshop; Human Trafficking, Immigration & Legal
Assistance Workshops; Community Resources Online Center; New Year’s Eve Gala; Breakfast Salon with Miss Trans Israel Talleen Abu Hanna; The SARA GALA honoring
Sara Montiel, and our 8th annual 15 day Celebrate ORGULLO Festival…over 50 days of Community Programming in 2017.
PARTICIPATED IN | AIDS Walk Miami, TransCon, Miami Beach Gay Pride, OUTShine Film Festival, & PRIDE Collective program.
PARTNERED WITH | the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), City of Miami, Consul General of Britain,
Consul General of Israel, CP Productions, The BETSY South Beach, Barry University,
Care Resource, Creation Ballet, Florida International University (FIU), Fountainhead Studios, Hiro
Sake, Hispanic Cultural Arts Center, HRC, The Hub @ LGBT Visitor Center, Jackson Health,
Ma’avarium (Passageways-Israel), Miami Beach Botanical Garden, Miami Beach Police Dept.,
Miami Beach Community Church, Miami Center for Architecture & Design (MCAD), Miami Dade
College, OUTShine Film Festival, Pridelines, Pride Center at Wilton Manors, QUEST Workspaces,
Soul Sisters, St Johns on the Lake, Stonewall Museum & Archives, Starbucks, Story Corps,
SunServe, University of Miami, Whispering Angels Foundation & more, to produce programming
& services.
Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida, Inc. is a Florida registered 501C3 non-profit organization. We have
proudly been serving the South Florida Latino|Hispanic|LGBTQ community since 2002, advocating
for Equality, Education & Fairness.
We are fully staffed & managed by volunteer professionals. Our offices are donated space by Quest
Workspaces. Imagine HOW MUCH MORE we can serve our community – with YOUR HELP.
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Rev. HOUSTON R. CYPRESS | pronouns: they, them, thiers
Grew up in the Everglades swamps, blazing trails thru the bush – 1st Miccosukee, 2nd English, 3rd Spanish –
with guidance and support, I’ve assisted Miccosukee Tribe’s efforts: Cultural Preservation, Environmental
Protection, Community Outreach, Business Development & Sovereignty. As a Miccosukee, the living narrative flows
thru you as an ancient, healing Breath.
My work in the area of film preservation is quite an honor and responsibility. The legacy that I’m contributing to
helps to extend the cultural assets of my community into a future where the magical rhythms and images resonate
among a society in harmony with nature.
I work in tandem with key people in our community to create adaptable asset management systems and
infrastructure that best serve their archival needs. This is an on-going task, especially so when one considers the
evolving nature of digital media.
As a curator, I am also concerned with creating appropriate contexts whereby cultural exchange is enhanced –
portals between worlds.
Grew up in the Everglades swamps, blazing trails thru the bush – 1st Miccosukee, 2nd English, 3rd Spanish –
with guidance and support, I’ve assisted Miccosukee Tribe’s efforts: Cultural Preservation, Environmental
Protection, Community Outreach, Business Development & Sovereignty. As a Miccosukee, the living narrative flows
thru you as an ancient, healing Breath.
My work in the area of film preservation is quite an honor and responsibility. The legacy that I’m contributing to
helps to extend the cultural assets of my community into a future where the magical rhythms and images resonate
among a society in harmony with nature.
I work in tandem with key people in our community to create adaptable asset management systems and
infrastructure that best serve their archival needs. This is an on-going task, especially so when one considers the
evolving nature of digital media.
As a curator, I am also concerned with creating appropriate contexts whereby cultural exchange is enhanced –
portals between worlds.
JUNE RAVEN ROMERO | pronouns: she, her, hers
June Raven Romero is a professional actress, performance artist, and activist based in Miami. She has Performed
in over 25 full-scale Musical theater productions with the Area Stage Company, both as a student in the
conservatory, and more recently, as a professional performer, in works such as Cabaret, She kills Monsters and
The Little Mermaid. She is also a company member of The Pioneer Winter Collective, an innovative, Miami-born
dance troupe, with which she has appeared in two full-length dance productions. entitled Forced Entry and Reprise.
Her experiences as a performer and a young trans-woman of Cuban and Nicaraguan descent inform her work as
an activist.
She woks with TransSocial, a trans-led non-profit organization, as an LGBTQ+ Cultural Sensitivity and Competency
training facilitator, and also serves as the Project Coordinator/Liaison for Unity Coalition's PRIDEU2020, a social
and civic leadership initiative aimed at encouraging high-school and college-age LGTBQ students and their allies
to become effective leaders in their communities. June is also pursuing a Constitutional Law degree and hopes to
launch her news-oriented media platform: The Transcript by 2019.
June Raven Romero is a professional actress, performance artist, and activist based in Miami. She has Performed
in over 25 full-scale Musical theater productions with the Area Stage Company, both as a student in the
conservatory, and more recently, as a professional performer, in works such as Cabaret, She kills Monsters and
The Little Mermaid. She is also a company member of The Pioneer Winter Collective, an innovative, Miami-born
dance troupe, with which she has appeared in two full-length dance productions. entitled Forced Entry and Reprise.
Her experiences as a performer and a young trans-woman of Cuban and Nicaraguan descent inform her work as
an activist.
She woks with TransSocial, a trans-led non-profit organization, as an LGBTQ+ Cultural Sensitivity and Competency
training facilitator, and also serves as the Project Coordinator/Liaison for Unity Coalition's PRIDEU2020, a social
and civic leadership initiative aimed at encouraging high-school and college-age LGTBQ students and their allies
to become effective leaders in their communities. June is also pursuing a Constitutional Law degree and hopes to
launch her news-oriented media platform: The Transcript by 2019.
SAMANTHA LeTROY | pronouns: she, her, hers
Originally from Baranquilla, Colombia, LeTroy has a passion for Healthcare, Women's and transgender rights. She
heads the LLEGANDO305 program for UC|CU - a Social Networker for recent arrivals to South Florida.
Originally from Baranquilla, Colombia, LeTroy has a passion for Healthcare, Women's and transgender rights. She
heads the LLEGANDO305 program for UC|CU - a Social Networker for recent arrivals to South Florida.
ROBERT DUGGAR | pronouns: he, him, his
Southern Gentleman, Robert "Dee" Duggar, originally from North Carolina moved to South Florida 3 years ago has
worked as Fashion Stylist and Activist. His passions are Design, Community Activism, LGBT Rights, and spreading
Love and World Peace. He currently is assistant hotel manager at the South Beach Group.
Southern Gentleman, Robert "Dee" Duggar, originally from North Carolina moved to South Florida 3 years ago has
worked as Fashion Stylist and Activist. His passions are Design, Community Activism, LGBT Rights, and spreading
Love and World Peace. He currently is assistant hotel manager at the South Beach Group.
Our work is 100% funded by events, private donations, private, corporate and government grants,
and we are 100% staffed and managed by professional volunteers.
Everything that comes in, goes right back out for Programming, Community Building, Leading
& Assisting our LGBTQ community.
GIVE WITH CONFIDENCE... UC|CU has been awarded the 2019 GOLD Seal of Approval for FUNDING
by GUIDESTAR! GuideStar is the world's largest source of information on nonprofit organizations.
Our Dun & Bradstreet D-U-N-S Number is 078399525.
and we are 100% staffed and managed by professional volunteers.
Everything that comes in, goes right back out for Programming, Community Building, Leading
& Assisting our LGBTQ community.
GIVE WITH CONFIDENCE... UC|CU has been awarded the 2019 GOLD Seal of Approval for FUNDING
by GUIDESTAR! GuideStar is the world's largest source of information on nonprofit organizations.
Our Dun & Bradstreet D-U-N-S Number is 078399525.
CHRISTIN JAMES | pronouns: she, her, hers