Meet the Marshals 2024

Houston’s New Faces of Pride Transgender Grand Marshal: Meghan Fairbanks

June 3, 2024

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Fairbanks is known for being involved in various organizations and advocating for transgender rights.

Houston’s New Faces of Pride Organization Grand Marshal: Rice PRIDE

June 3, 2024

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Rice PRIDE provides honorary membership to public college students affected by SB17.

Houston’s New Faces of Pride Honorary Grand Marshal: Rep. Al Green

June 3, 2024

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Green has advocated and voted for legislation beneficial to the LGBTQ community.

Houston’s New Faces of Pride Female-Identifying Grand Marshal: Iris Rodriguez

June 3, 2024

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Rodriguez advocates for diversity, inclusion, mental health, and LGBTQ issues.

Pride Houston 365 Reveals 2024 Parade Grand Marshals

May 7, 2024

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Recognized for their significant contributions to the LGBTQ community in Houston, these Grand Marshals are true trailblazers.

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