Join EMU’s LGBT Resource Center to celebrate National Coming Out Day on Oct. 11 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lake House.
National Coming Out Day is an annual awareness day to support people coming out of the closet and individuals in the LGBTQ+ community. It was first observed in 1988 on the anniversary of the National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay rights, as a reminder of the power of coming out.
The event will feature fair-style food, face painting, drag artists and more at no cost, with opportunities for self-expression and various LGBTQ+ communities to engage with.
“Everyone is welcome, though we will focus on humans who are part of LGBTQ communities,” Sara Bamrick, engagement and activities coordinator for EMU Campus Life, said in a written statement. “This day, though mostly affirming and celebratory also holds space for individual experiences.”
Coming out in itself is used to describe LGBTQ+ people's self-disclosure of their sexual orientation, romantic orientation and gender identity. This event advocates for being one's true authentic self and learning how to share your true self with others. This event celebrates your uniqueness and builds confidence in yourself and your community.
“This day and event is important because we aim to hold space for all the individuals who have, will, and continue to experience coming out,” Bamrick said. “Our goal is to celebrate those who have newly come out, are only out to themselves, those who have been out for many years, and all individuals at any point in their coming out journey.”
