The Lavender Scare: Private Film Screening & Community Dialogue

Now, more than ever, we must come together in unity, solidarity, and unwavering commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access for all.

Urban Financial Services Coalition, in collaboration with the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities, Women in the NAACP (Henrico Branch), Firehouse Theatre, and the LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce, invites you to a powerful evening of history, reflection, and conversation.

Come be part of the conversation. History demands our voices.

Event Details:

📅 Wednesday, June 25th

🕠 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM EST

📍 Varina – Henrico County Public Library (one of Henrico’s newest, state-of-the-art venues)

🎬 Private Screening of The Lavender Scare

💬 Followed by a dynamic discussion exploring the film’s themes and relevance today

Join us to uncover the hidden history of LGBTQ+ persecution during the Cold War and reflect on its lasting impact. This is a unique opportunity to learn, connect, and stand with others who believe in justice for all

First they came for the socialists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a socialist.

Then they came for the trade unionists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a trade unionist.

Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out—because I was not a Jew.

Then they came for me—and there was no one left to speak for me.

—Martin Niemöller

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