Pride Comes to Naples, Fla. (Photos)

About 5,000 people attended the first Naples Pride on June 17 at Cambier Park in Downtown Naples.

The theme for the first year, We Are ONE, encouraged the entire Southwest Florida community to unite as one and recognize the importance of equal rights for every individual no matter their gender identity, sexual preference, race, ethnicity, or religion. 

“Collier County has made great strides in recognizing LGBTQ issues but there is still a long way to go,” said Cori Craciun, Naples Pride president. “We felt a momentum building and realized it was time for Naples to have its first Pride. It is long overdue.”

For more information, visit the website at NaplesPride.org. See more on Facebook. Photos courtesy of Naples Pride.