Los Angeles Black Pride (LABP), formerly At the Beach (ATB) was started in the summer 0f 1988 with a group of friends who decided to come together for a day of planned activities and socializing at the beach. Since then, LABP is has grown into one of the most widely attended pride celebrations in the U.S.
Today, Black same-gender loving (SGL) persons from around the country gather in Los Angeles Independence Day weekend not only for a day of fun in the sun but to exchange ideas and develop strategies to advance their common goals and objectives.
Our Mission
LABP brings together members of the Black same-gender loving (SGL) lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community, their friends, allies and supporters in celebration of being both Black and gay and in celebration of the unique spirit and culture of the Black SGL/LGBT community by producing quality, culturally sensitive and relevant events such as the annual Black Pride celebration.
LABP is a proud member of the International Federation of Black Prides, a national coalition of Black Pride organizers formed to promote a multinational network of LGBT/SGL (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender/Same Gender Loving) Prides and community-based organizations. LABP is also a member of Interpride, and CAPI.
Los Angeles Black Pride (LABP) is the official Black pride organization of record for the City of Los Angeles. A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to organizing and promoting unity among Los Angeles County’s Black same-gender loving (SGL) and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities.
