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or gender identity, could live freely and without fear. He quickly immersed himself in the community, working closely with the late Dave Roche, who became a close friend and mentor. During this period, Clive co-founded Choral ConFusion L.G.B.T.S. Choir, served as the Regional Coordinator of the LGBT Helpline in Cork, and was the Volunteers Coordinator for the Yes Equality Cork Campaign in 2015. He also co-founded the Rebels Awards and won the Honorary Corkonian award for his contributions. “Oh, where do I even start with Clive Davis? For the past 15 years, your leadership, passion, and dedication have been a sight to behold. You’ve taken Cork Pride on an incredible journey, transforming it from a humble little gathering into a vibrant celebration bursting with colour, joy, and fun. Under your guidance, Cork Pride has become a place where everyone feels welcome and proud to be themselves. It’s a symbol of inclusivity and acceptance, bringing people from all walks of life together to celebrate diversity. We owe you a huge thank you for your tireless efforts Clive and for giving Cork a Pride festival that we can all be immensely proud of. Happy Pride!” Kate Moynihan, CEO LINC Clive has been instrumental in transforming Cork Pride from a small local march into the largest week-long national LGBT+ Pride Festival in Ireland outside the capital. His strategic vision has turned Cork Pride into a sustainable, year-round organisation that offers a wide range of initiatives and support for the LGBT+ community. “How do we begin to pay tribute to Clive who has been at the forefront of Cork Pride for so many years? Larger than life, with limitless energy, passion and vision, he has worked hard to ensure that Cork Pride has developed to be one of the best and most loved Pride festivals in Ireland and Europe. What many don’t see or recognise, is the hard work and commitment behind the scenes, that Clive and the team he is part of, put into bringing people together who wouldn’t ordinarily come together, to create a thing of beauty every year. Pride isn’t just a parade or a festival for Clive, it’s his raison d’être, it’s the core of who he is. In congratulating and recognising Clive, I’d also like to recognise the Board members and volunteers of Cork Pride and wish all every success this year and in the future.” John Buttimer, Chair, Gay Project
Cork Pride reflec ts on the legacy of Clive Davis
For over 15 years, Clive Davis has been synonymous with Cork Pride, serving as the Chairperson and leading the festival with unwavering commitment, clear foresight, and dedicated leadership. His unwavering commitment and tireless advocacy have transformed the festival from a modest local gathering into one of Ireland’s most significant celebrations of diversity, inclusion, and love. As Clive steps away from his role as Chair, the LGBT+ community in Cork celebrates and acknowledges his immense contributions and tireless efforts.
Clive Davis moved to Cork in 2006 to manage The Other Place LGBT Resource Centre and coordinate community services for the Cork Gay Project. His personal experiences of discrimination and exclusion fueled his passion for advocacy. He envisioned a society
where everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation
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