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Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jul 30

Hello everyone! The 4th World Conference for LGBTQI+ Criminal Justice Professionals is right around the corner. Make sure you go to the www.proudtobeyourfriend.org and click on the "Agenda" to learn more!
#proudtobeyourfriend #lgbtqia #BridgingTheGap #education #yallmeansall

Welcome to Proud To Be Your Friend

The conference will be of interest to criminal justice professionals (i.e. members of police organizations, public prosecution services or departments of justice) from all over the world.

www.proudtobeyourfriend.org

Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jul 25

Happy almost Friday! The 4th World LGBTQI+ Conference for Criminal Justice Professionals is right around the corner. Make sure you head over to www.proudtobeyourfriend.org to check out our sponsors and review the agenda!

#proudtobeyourfriend #BridgingTheGap #education

Welcome to Proud To Be Your Friend

The conference will be of interest to criminal justice professionals (i.e. members of police organizations, public prosecution services or departments of justice) from all over the world.

www.proudtobeyourfriend.org

Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jul 24

The 4th World LGBTQI+ Conference for Criminal Justice Professionals is right around the corner! We would like to thank Bizaan Behavioral Health for being a #sponsor! www.bizaanbehavioralhealth.com

#proudtobeyourfriend #lgbtqia #education #mentalhealthmatters

Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jul 16

A huge thank you to Axon for being a sponsor for the 4th World LGBTQI+ Conference for Criminal Justice Professionals.
#sponsor #conference #proudtobeyourfriend #bridgingthegap #education #protect

Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jul 16

#TravelTuesday tip: Make sure you come to the conference with an appetite for #tacos! Check out @visitaustintx.bsky.social list of taco spots to try: www.austintexas.org/austin-insid...

#atx #explore #proudtobeyourfriend #bridgingthegap #TacoTuesday

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Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jul 15

A huge thank you to @progresstexas.bsky.social for having us on the podcast this week to talk about the 4th World LGBTQI+ Conference for Criminal Justice Professionals in Austin, TX in 3 weeks. Click on bit.ly/3Z0lr7x to listen!
#proudtobeyourfriend #atx #lgbtqia

Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jul 11

Here's a #FunFactFriday post for you. Did you know that Austin is home to one of the largest urban Mexican free-tailed bat colonies in North America?

Photo from: Imagine Austin

#proudtobeyourfriend #bridgingthegap #atx #explore

Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jul 11

A little #tbt to the 3rd World LGBTQI+ Conference for Criminal Justice Professionals in Melbourne, Australia. We look forward to seeing everyone in Austin in a few weeks! You can still register at www.proudtobeyourfriend.org
#proudtobeyourfriend #bridgingthegap #atx #conference #bettertogether

Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jul 10

Pick up "Love Letters & Pocket Knives" by JJ Celli. Celli takes the readers on a journey of her life discussing queer love, intimate partner violence, heartbreak and resilience using poetry. Available now where books are sold.

#author #lgbtq #proudtobeyourfriend #bridgingthegap

Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jul 9

Here's a #TravelTuesday tip, check out Zanzibar Austin on top of the Austin Marriott Downtown while you are at the 4th World LGBTQI+ Conference for Criminal Justice Professionals in August. Get there around sunset to enjoy the view
#proudtobeyourfriend #bridgingthegap #atx #exploremore

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Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jul 7

We're thrilled to announce that we are collaborating with @hrc.org for the 4th World LGBTQI+ Conference For Criminal Justice Professionals this August in Austin, Texas! Stay tuned for more details!
#Proud2burfriend #HRC #EqualityForAll #pride #bridgingthegap #proudtobeyourfriend

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Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jul 2

FYI, There has been a room rate reduction at the host hotel!!! If you haven't registered for the 4th World LGBTQI+ Conference for Criminal Justice Professionals go to www.proudtobeyourfriend.org We hope to see you in August!
#proudtobeyourfriend #BridgingTheGap #education

Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jun 20

The 4th World LGBTQI+ Criminal Justice Professionals Conference is making headlines in the National Fraternal Order of Police's current issue! We're so excited for this opportunity for people to learn more about the conference!

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#proudtobeyourfriend #bridgingthegap

FOP Journal - June 2025

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Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jun 18

We had the pleasure of speaking with Former Dallas County Sheriff Lupe Valdez in Dallas. Thank you so much for your kind words and advice and thank you for your donation to the 4th World LGBTQI+ Conference for Criminal Justice Professionals.
#proudtobeyourfriend #BridgingTheGap #lgbtqia #support

Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jun 14

Feeling a bit spooky this Friday the 13th? Don't let the chance to register for the 4th World LGBTQI+ Conference for Criminal Justice Professionals vanish! Register at www.proudtobeyourfriend.org

#FridayThe13th #LGBTQI #CriminalJusticePros #proudtobeyourfriend #BridgingTheGap

Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jun 12

We're incredibly excited to reveal our opening keynote speaker: Diego Garcia Blum! He leads the Global LGBTQI+ Human Rights Program at Harvard Kennedy School’s Carr Center. Prepare for some great conversation! Click the link in the bio to register!
#proudtobeyourfriend #LGBTQI

Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jun 10

#TravelTuesday: August in Austin means one thing: time to cool off! While you're here for the conference, check out these local favorite swimming spots! We love #BartonSprings, #DeepEddyPool and #JacobsWell! What's your favorite swim spot in Austin?
#ATX #explore #SummerInATX #Summertime

Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jun 3

Travel Tuesday...ere's a little "Travel Tuesday" post for you! Austin is known as the Live Music Capital of the World, Austin, Whether you are in the mood for Country, rock-n-roll, or you want to sit back and enjoy some jazz, there’s always music nearby to enjoy.
#traveltuesday #proudtobeyourfriend

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Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · Jun 3

"Happy Pride Month, everyone! 📷 June is a time for celebration, reflection, and continued advocacy for the LGBTQI+ community.

#PrideMonth #Pride #Equality #LoveIsLove #Proudtobeyourfriend #lgbtqia #lgbtq #yallmeansall #bridgingthegap

Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · May 28

LGPOA will be at 1972 Sports Bar in ATX on Saturday, May 31 for a fundraiser to help bridge the gap between the LGBTQI+ community and criminal justice.
📷 2530 Guadalupe St., Austin
📷 11 AM – 2 PM
#BridgingTheGap #proudtobeyourfriend #atx #atxevents #brunch #lgbtq #lgbtqia

Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · May 28

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Those in law enforcement are more likely to be diagnosed with certain mental health conditions. Seeking health is a sign of strength not weakness 💪 #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #lawenforcement #advocacy #lgbtq #lgbtqia #proudtobeyourfriend

Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · May 28

We are pleased to announce one of our keynote speakers, Greg Miraglia! Greg is a man of many talents which range from LGBT activist, author, college professor, radio host and producer and professional speaker. @outtoprotect.bsky.social #bridgingthegap #lgbtq #lgbtqia #education #proudtobeyourfriend

Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · May 26

Today we honor all the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the U.S. military. #MemorialDay #HonorAndRemember #remember

Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · May 25

The Austin LGPOA is hosting a fundraiser for the 4th World LGBTQI+ Conference for Criminal Justice Professionals at 1972 ATX Women’s Sports Pub in Austin, TX this Saturday, May 31 2025! We hope to see you all there this weekend! #fundraiser #proudtobeyourfriend #yallmeansall #atx

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Proud To Be Your Friend @proud2burfriend.bsky.social · May 23

We are pleased to announce one of our keynote speakers, Drew Dalton! Drew is an award-winning teacher, trainer, and activist. Drew is the Founder and CEO of “ReportOUT” @reportout.bsky.social Head over to proudtobeyourfriend.org to learn more #bridgingthegap #lgbtqia #proudtobeyourfriend

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