Rockville Centre celebrates Pride Month with a community caravan

In celebration of Pride Month, members of RVC Pride celebrated the occasion on Saturday, June 10, with a vibrant caravan through the Rockville Centre community. The caravan event was created and coordinated by the RVC Pride organizing committee — Karin Johnson, Lori Dunne, Scott Reesman and Emma Travers -— and consisted of more than 30 individuals in 14 different vehicles, each adorned with Pride colors and flags.

Established in 2022, RVC Pride is an organization dedicated to promoting LGBTQ+ visibility, rights, and acceptance in Rockville Centre. Its primary goal is to help create a safe and inclusive environment where individuals can freely express themselves.

“The Pride Month Caravan served as powerful testament to the impact of RVC Pride,” Emma Travers, one of the organizing committee members, said. “The colorful procession, coupled with the enthusiastic reception from the community, showcased the diversity and vibrancy of the LGBTQ+ community in Rockville Centre.”

The community showed overwhelming support, honking horns, waving and cheering as the caravan continued along its nine-mile route through the village.

In the spirit of its mission, RVC Pride also organizes activities throughout the year, fostering connections and encouraging acceptance. The organization is committed to creating lasting change and nurturing an inclusive community that embraces love, equality, and diversity.