Equality Illinois welcomed a full house of nearly 1,500 supporters of LGBTQ civil rights on Feb. 3, 2018 for the 2018 Equality Illinois Gala in the Hilton Chicago. The evening was exciting, fun, informative, and inspiring, as people came together to hear about the successes and ongoing challenges of building a stronger Illinois in the face of national headwinds against LGBTQ civil rights. And folks attending the Midwest’s largest LGBTQ soirée also had a great time!
In these video and photo galleries, relive those moments. Many pictures can be purchased as keepsakes.
PHOTOS
Pictures by C. Grost Photography
Pictures by Mystic Images Photography (enter your email on landing page)
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| | Until We’re All Equal Our plan for 2017-2022 and beyond |
| Brian C. Johnson Equality Illinois CEO offers his vision of a state that is fully equal and accepting of all |
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| Grayson Alexander The transgender student activist from Springfield discusses his advocacy work with Equality Illinois |
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| State Sen. Toi Hutchinson The legislator from Olympia Fields explains why she works with Equality Illinois to speak for those who do not have a voice |
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| Tara Bell-Janowick The board chair of the Rainbow Care of Carbondale discusses how Equality Illinois supports the her work in Southern Illinois |
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| Jim Bennett The longtime LGBTQ activist is presented the Equality Illinois Freedom Award |
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| Planned Parenthood of Illinois The century old health care provider is recognized with the Equality Illinois Business Leadership Award |
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| Jazz Jennings The transgender youth activist is presented the Equality Illinois Spotlight Award |
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| Mayor Rahm Emanuel The Chicago mayor opens the 2018 Equality Illinois Gala |
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| Gov. Bruce Rauner and Diana Rauner Illinois’ first couple greets the 2018 Equality Illinois Gala |
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