"I’m proud to say that – today, when it comes to protecting and empowering LGBT citizens – our nation is on a path of progress. And in the months and years to come, let us strive to build upon the hard-fought victories of so many leaders and allies – both in our Department, through the critical work of organizations like DOJ Pride, and beyond – and to honor the promise of “equal justice under law.”

"Here at the Justice Department, we can all be proud of the robust efforts that are underway to combat discrimination – in all its forms – in every community, every workplace, and every school," said Attorney General Holder.

Especially this morning, we must recommit ourselves to the work that – however the cases are decided – will remain undone. We have traveled far together on the road to true equality and non-discrimination.

Today, we have the privilege of hearing from two of the tenacious legal advocates who made last year’s landmark Supreme Court decision possible. First, it’s my pleasure to hand things over to our keynote speaker, Roberta Kaplan – who argued the Defense of Marriage Act challenge on behalf of Edith Windsor.

..."the velocity of the change should not blind us to the fact that if other civil rights struggles in America are any lesson, we have decades to go and we may need to fight as hard to preserve the gains we’ve won as to achieve new ones."

The L.A. Pride parade, which would have marked its 50th year, joins the list of events canceled or postponed because of the coronavirus outbreak.

Wildlife photography has been celebrated for 50 years now, and it's getting better and better.

FIFA.com ​spoke to the disconsolate yet proud Mahdi Javid after Iran were defeated 4-3 by Russia in the semi-finals of the FIFA Futsal World Cup.

However the FIFA Futsal World Cup Colombia 2016 concludes, the tournament will go down as a watershed. For the first time, the trophy will not be lifted by Brazil or Spain, with either Russia or Argentina set to claim the crown in Cali.

The silver medallist, 26, and former TOWIE star, 24, joined a host of stars at the annual ceremony celebrating sport's unsung heroes.

Rapper Iggy Azalea regularly champions LGBTI+ rights. 

Jussie Smollett returned to social media for the first time since alleged hate crime attack to pay homage to Pride Month on Monday.

Cycling champion Laura Trott looked deserving of a fashion medal as she walked the red carpet earlier this evening with her new husband Jason Kenny at the Pride of Britain Awards.

The This Morning presenter, 37, looked showstopping as she stormed the red carpet, where she was joined by Myleene Klass, 40, and Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden, 47.

The former EastEnders actor, 40, put on a loved-up display with his partner Rebekah Ward, 25, as they attended The Pride of Britain Awards 2018 held at London's Grosvenor House on Monday.

The former TOWIE star, 27, and her beau Ryan, 34, appeared stronger than ever as they attended the The Pride of Britain Awards 2018 at London's Grosvenor House on Monday evening.

Susanna Reid proved her sartorial prowess once again, as she dazzled when she stepped out for the Pride Of Britain Awards at Grosvenor House, London on Monday.

Megan McKenna looked sensational as she attended the Pride of Britain Awards at the Grosvenor House hotel in London on Monday evening.

TOWIE star Billie, 28, turned heads as she attended the Pride of Britain Awards 2018 at London 's Grosvenor House on Monday evening.

Katie Piper was all smiles as she debuted her new brunette locks at the Pride of Britain Awards at the Grosvenor House hotel in London , on Monday evening.

The Starry Eyed hitmaker, 31, looked radiant as she attended the Pride of Britain Awards at London 's Grosvenor House on Monday evening

TOWIE stars Chloe Sims and Lauren Pope posed up a storm at the Pride of Britain Awards at the Grosvenor House hotel in London , on Monday evening.

The DJ, 29, risked an awkward run-in with judge Shirley Ballas, who she claimed 'relished' in criticising her on the show, at the Pride of Britain Awards in London on Monday.

Carol Vorderman, 57, showed off her age defying curves as she walked the red carpet at the Pride of Britain Awards at London's Grosvenor hotel on Monday

Vicky Pattison, 30, commanded attention in a bright yellow dress with a statement sleeve.

Simon Cowell and Lauren Silverman enjoyed a date night out together, as they stepped out on the red carpets at the Pride of Britain Awards in London on Monday.

Vogue Williams, 33, looked incredible as she joined her husband Spencer Matthews, 29, on the red carpet at the Pride of Britain Awards at London's Grosvenor Hotel on Monday.

Gemma Collins was showing off the results of her recent weight loss as she attended the Pride of Britain Awards at the Grosvenor House hotel in London , on Monday evening.

The couple looked stronger than ever as they stepped out together for the Pride of Britain Awards at the Grosvenor House hotel in London on Monday evening.

The former Hear’Say singer, 40, revealed her cleavage in a plunging emerald gown while climbing into a cab following her latest appearance at the annual event.

The former Strictly Come Dancing professionals looked smitten while posing for pictures on the red carpet.

Holly Willoughby was making the most of her time left in London as she attended the Pride of Britain Awards on Monday evening at the Grosvenor House hotel.

Love Island star Amber Davies showed off an extremely taut complexion when she walked the red carpet at the Pride Of Britain Awards on Monday night. 

At the bash, held at London's Grosvenor House Hotel, she put on a sensational display in a sizzling black dress while resting a hand on her husband to flash her dazzling wedding ring

Celebrities including Simon Cowell were spotted looking rather bleary-eyed as they left The Grosvenor House Hotel in London on Monday night.

Frankie Bridge took to the red carpet with her husband Wayne at the Pride of Britain Awards hosted at Grosvenor House, in London on Monday.

The dancing duo looked ready for a glamorous night that celebrated the nation's unsung heroes at London's Grosvenor House.

She's known for her killer watt smile - and Love Island's Montana Brown looked dramatically different as she unveiled her new veneers on Monday night. 

Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash were enjoying a night out together at The Pride Of Britain Awards, held at The Grosvenor House Hotel in London on Monday night.

The former Hollyoaks actress was sure to turn heads at the event as she donned a striking backless gown to the worthwhile soiree.

Sam Faiers looked fabulous as she attended The Pride Of Britain Awards held at The Grovenour house Hotel in London on Monday night.

The BBC journalist, 48, enjoyed a well-deserved break as she joined her partner Aljaž Škorjanec on the red carpet at the Pride Of Britain Awards at London's Grosvenor House Hotel on Monday.

Claims of a boozy fling with Love Island star Megan Barton-Hanson were put to one side as Pete joined Chloe at the 2018 Pride of Britain Awards on Monday evening.

Sara Cox looked delighted as she made an elegant entrance to the Pride of Britain Awards at London's Grosvenor House on Monday.

Entering the room, David confidently strolled over to the shocked youngster and complimented Ella on her outfit, adding that his daughter Harper, seven, would be fan of her faux fur gilet.

Jamie McDonald, from Gloucester, has already spent the past 11 months taking part in 197 marathons in a coast-to-coast trip across America spanning 5,500 miles.

The presenter, 40, also sweetly admitted that their baby daughter Patricia has 'completed' them as she spoke about her family in a candid interview.

Former gang member Hezron Brown, 29, thought he was on the way to a routine interview at Dumfries House in Ayrshire when he was surprised by Prince Charles.

Ola Jordan was every inch the glowing mother-to-be as she arrived at the Pride of Britain Awards at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London on Monday.