08/11/2023
O’Shae Sibley, a young black gay man, moved to New York City to advance his career in dance. Sibley was doing what he loved—voguing and dancing—when a group of men confronted Sibley and his friends, using anti-gay and anti-black language. A 17-year-old stabbed and killed Sibley on July 29, 2023.
The murder of O’Shae Sibley was driven by hate. Unfortunately, it is not an isolated incident: anti-LGBTQIA+ incidents are on the rise across New York City.
The Pride Center of Staten Island envisions a Staten Island where LGBTQIA+ people and families are empowered to achieve their fullest potential, where people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, races, ethnicities, and abilities are valued and feel a sense of belonging, and where allies support identities and interests outside their own. Speaking up against hate in all its forms is critical to achieving this vision.
The Pride Center is here for our community. If you need support, call us at 718-808-1360.
We demand justice for O’Shae Sibley. May he rest in peace.