The DC Black Pride Recognition Resolution of 2025 acknowledges the significance and history of DC Black Pride, celebrating its role in elevating the visibility and contributions of the Black LGBTQIA+ community both nationally and internationally. Established in 1991, DC Black Pride is recognized as the first Black Pride festival in the world, inspired by the legacy of the Childrens Hour event. The resolution highlights the festival's growth over the years, including the formation of the Center for Black Equity, which supports Black Pride events globally, and emphasizes the importance of community gatherings that promote awareness of health disparities and support for LGBTQIA+ individuals.

The resolution also commemorates the 34th annual DC Black Pride celebration, which took place from May 23 to May 26, 2025, under the theme "BLACK PRIDE IS FREEDOM." It acknowledges the event's ability to draw over 500,000 attendees from various regions, fostering a sense of unity and pride within the Black LGBTQIA+ community. The Council of the District of Columbia expresses its gratitude to the organizers and participants, affirming the ongoing commitment to celebrate diversity, raise awareness for HIV/AIDS prevention, and combat homophobia and bigotry.