In a heartfelt, two-and-a-half-minute spotlight from KEDT News, Robert Kymes, Vice President of Pride Corpus Christi and The Mosaic Project of South Texas, paints a candid picture of both the challenges and progress in South Texas’ LGBTQIA+ movement.

While June is nationally recognized as Pride Month, Kymes notes that the lived experience of Pride can vary greatly depending on where you are. In cities with long-standing advocacy networks, Pride celebrations are deeply woven into the community fabric. But as Kymes explains, “Down here, we don’t have that… We have people who come and go,” highlighting the transient nature of local support and the louder opposition voices in the region.

Still, the message isn’t one of despair, it’s one of determination. Kymes outlines how Pride Corpus Christi is actively building a more inclusive and supportive environment, including a new collaboration with Strength In Wellness to provide free support groups for trans and non-binary individuals.

The interview offers more than just analysis, it’s a call to action. Whether it’s showing visible support with a Pride flag, volunteering, or having meaningful conversations with loved ones, Kymes offers tangible ways for residents to step up as allies. “Help us not be isolated,” he urges. “Help us still be part of your community.”

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Don’t just read about it, listen to the full interview. In just a few short minutes, you’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of what it means to foster pride where it’s still growing, and how every small act of support matters.