WorldPride 2025 Human Rights Conference Unveils First Wave of Speakers and Programming

Organizers of the WorldPride 2025 Human Rights Conference have announced the first group of speakers and program tracks for what promises to be a groundbreaking global event focused on LGBTQ+ rights and advocacy. Taking place June 4–6 in the heart of the U.S. capital, the conference will bring together activists, thought leaders, artists, and organizations for three days of in-depth discussions, workshops, and presentations on the most pressing cultural and legislative issues facing the LGBTQ+ community both in the United States and around the world.

Among the first speakers revealed are prominent allies such as The Right Reverend Mariann Edgar Budde, Bishop of the Episcopal Church Diocese of Washington, D.C.; international activists including Dr. Lady Phyll, Richa Tripathi, T.S. Madison, and Yasmin Benoit; and government dignitaries like Her Excellency Hanna Katrín Friðriksson, Iceland’s Minister of Industries.

Academic voices will include Paula Gerber, Ph.D., Professor of Law at Monash University, and M. V. Lee Badgett, Ph.D., Economics Professor at the Williams Institute at UCLA.

Celebrated artists and performers such as Courtney Act, Bob the Drag Queen, Peppermint, and Mrs. Kasha Davis will also take the stage, adding cultural depth and creativity to the event.

Major advocacy organizations including GLAAD, the LGBTQ+ Victory Fund, and the Human Rights Campaign will contribute to the program, highlighting both domestic policy efforts and international solidarity.

Event Details:

Dates: Wednesday, June 4 – Friday, June 6, 2025

Location: JW Marriott, 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004

Registration: In-person and virtual registration options remain open, with full details available online for individuals, corporations, and nonprofit organizations.

To view the full daily schedule and register, please visit the official conference website.