The resolution recognizes June Crenshaw for her significant contributions as an advocate for the LGBTQIA2S+ community and her leadership in nonprofit organizations, particularly in youth services and community organizing in Washington, D.C. Currently serving as the Deputy Director of the Capital Pride Alliance and co-chair of the organizing committee for DC WorldPride 2025, Crenshaw has a history of expanding support services for LGBTQIA2S+ youth experiencing homelessness through her leadership at the Wanda Alston Foundation. Her work is deeply rooted in personal experience and community engagement, inspiring future generations.

The resolution is presented in the context of the 34th annual DC Black Pride celebration, which aims to raise awareness and showcase the diversity of the Black LGBTQIA+ community. This year's theme, "BLACK PRIDE IS FREEDOM," highlights the event's significance as the oldest and one of the largest Black Pride celebrations globally, drawing over 500,000 attendees from various countries. The resolution emphasizes the importance of DC Black Pride in fostering community, raising awareness for health disparities, and combating homophobia, while also celebrating Crenshaw's legacy and contributions to the movement.