Diversity in the Jewish Community

Building on Last Year’s Inclusion: LGBTQIA+ affirmation

On September 10, 2023, the people of Omaha will come together to walk in honor of 9/11 victims. This will be Omaha’s second annual United We Walk. As a major late summer event in Omaha, United We Walk brings together people, businesses, and nonprofit partners on the city’s globally unique Tri-Faith Commons to build trust and understanding in an enriching way.

Omaha’s Tri-Faith Initiative’s “United We Walk” event made notable strides last year by adding unexpected flourishes to the commemorative day. Among the most talked-about was Countryside Community Church’s avant-garde choice to feature a drag queen story hour, representing the church’s affirmation of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Last year’s press release stated: “Many visitors enjoyed the LGBTQIA+- affirming church’s choice of entertainment for the evening: a drag queen story hour. As walkers returned to the lawn and the open house tours began, the Countryside Jazz Combo took the stage to add ambience for the remainder of the evening.”

At a location like the Tri-Faith Commons, where interfaith dialogues are the cornerstone, integrating such a vibrant and inclusive activity is emblematic of Omaha’s progressive approach to unity and understanding. Given the ripple of whispers and nods of approval last year, it wasn’t a surprise when, amidst the serene backdrop of faith buildings and walkers in reflection, the colorful burst of drag returned.

“This is a walk to signal Omaha’s commitment to inclusion,” said Tri-Faith Initiative Vice President of Operations and Development Erik Servellon. “We were so grateful to have as many walkers as we did for last year’s effort, and I’m so excited that we’re expecting at least that many for this year’s event!”

Donations made at time of registration and on the day of the event will directly benefit Tri-Faith’s mission of cultivating inclusive environments that advance interfaith relationships and understanding.

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