​Who We Are

​The Disability Pride Parade Planning (DP3) Committee is composed of a group of grass-roots volunteers from various disability-related organizations and affiliations.  We are individuals with disabiliites, allies, friends and families.  Some have assumed leadership roles at various times, others join the committee in the Spring, when the detailed planning (registration, T-Shirts, performances, etc.) are being chosen, and others volunteer immediately before and during the parade and celebration itself.
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Committee Members

Hank Malone, President
​Nirali Chauhan, Vice President
W. A. Thomasson, Ph.D., Treasurer
​Kate Zilla, Secretary
Bren Coombs, Web/Social
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Gary Arnold
Sujatha Branch
​Emily Blum
​Jesus Chuy Campuzano
Kenneth Cole
Damian Ellis
Irma Gomez-Fierro
​Margaret Fink
T.J. Gordon
​Curtis Harris
​​Palatrice Hawkins
Nafia Kahn

​Theresa Markham
​Carl McKenzie
Mads Oliver
​Jae Jin Pak
Jerome Palliser
​Babette Peyton
Genevieve Ramos
Risa Jaz Rifkind
​LaTeyce Rush
Earl Smith
Magdalena Vargas

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​Disability Pride Parade Committee Member, Justin Cooper, passed away on July 9, 2024 at 41 years old.

​Justin was an activist, an artist, and our dear friend. His work within the Disability community, his keen eye for photography and film, his infectious smile, and his giving spirit has touched numerous lives.

We honor Justin's legacy by continuing his work and sharing his spirit with others. He will be profoundly missed.