Who we are

In 2015 the Oxford Pride Committee evolved from the Oxford County Rainbow Coalition . The Oxford County Pride Committee is comprised of 2SLGBTQIA+ community members and allies. The objective of our committee is to develop an artistic and cultural Pride celebration. We recognize diversity of gender throughout Oxford County. In doing so, the Pride Committee highlights organizations, business’, services and opportunities that support and promote positive outcomes for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and Allies

Our Mission

The mission of the Oxford County Pride Committee is to make Oxford County inclusive, diverse and safe for the 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals within our community. Through education and advocacy our goal is to dispel and eliminate cissexism and heterosexism creating a safer and more inclusive community in which to live or visit.

• Organize annual Pride celebrations/events recognizing diversity of identity in Oxford County
• Encourage and facilitate the development of events celebrating Oxford County’s 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
• Maintain and present the “Tyrell Maas Pride Leadership Award”. Awarded to a grade 11 or 12 student from Oxford County.

The Committee

Tami Murray President She/Her Organize and chair monthly meetings. Media liaison. Primary oversight for Pride committee actions and activities.  Has the ability to make executive decisions for time sensitive issues. president@oxfordpride.ca

Amanda Smyth-Currie Vice President She/Her Assist President, adhere to role in their absence. Fill vacant roles if necessary. Liaison to Oxford County Rainbow Coalition amanda.smyth@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca

Jae Youth Ambassador/Social Media They/Them Represent age demographic of 25 and under and promote Pride committee to youth. Plan activities for youth. Youtube, Twitter. Instagram, Facebook, Tiktoc etc. develop FB events, ensure events and activities can stream on multiple platforms, effectively sharing and promoting the Oxford County Pride brand. jae@oxfordpride.ca

Ryan van Leeuwen Recording Secretary He/Him Ensure that minutes are up to date, filed in archives, distributed and posted accordingly. Assist with letters, mailings and Keep track of volunteers.

Philip Vandermolen Financial/Website Editor He/Him Lead for general accounting  and fundraising. Edit and manage website mail@oxfordpride.ca

Scarlet Flowers Website Editor Pronouns: She/Her Edit and manage Website Youtube, Twitter. Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok etc. develop FB events, ensure events and activities can stream on multiple platforms, effectively sharing and promoting the Oxford County Pride brand.

Crystal Cooper Social Media Youtube, Twitter. Instagram, Facebook, Tiktoc etc. develop FB events, ensure events and activities can stream on multiple platforms, effectively sharing and promoting the Oxford County Pride brand.

Kelly Roberts Graphic Designer She/Her Designing posters for contests/events. Assist with any design necessary for pride events.

Stephanie Johnstone She/Her

Elizabeth R. Quinto Pronouns: She/her/Elle