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Ms. Mary Jamis discusses her re-connection with the LGBTQ+ community through her experiences in organizing Winston-Salem Pride in 2011. Topics discussed include Ms. Jamis' participation in a non-violent protest against the YMCA in Winston-Salem that inspired her to get involved with pride organizations; Ms. Jamis' role in the formation of Equality Winston-Salem and North Star LGBTQ Center; Ms. Jamis' thoughts on the lack of intersectionality in pride, emphasizing inclusivity and visibility as important aspects of pride organizations and events; the contrast between how older and younger lesbians identify today; and how pride allowed Ms. Jamis to better understand other social issues through her participation.