THE LAVENDER EFFECT® is a nonprofit project of Community Partners that is Advancing the Future of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Allied (LGBTQ+) Heritage & Culture! Our Oral History Projects, Educational Seminars, PRIDE Explorer® app and Participatory Experiences reach a global audience to share authentic stories of LGBTQ+ Pioneers. Celebrating LGBTQ+ Heritage & Culture helps to demystify our diverse communities, reduce shame, combat homophobia, and empower youth.