Campbell River’s Walk Away from Homophobia

Event reaches out to broader community

By Nathaniel Christopher • May 20, 2008 8:00 pm EDT

In recognition of International Day Against Homophobia, Campbell River’s queer support group hosted the 2nd Annual Campbell River Walk Away From Homophobia on May 15, 2008. The event was meant to reach out to the broader community about the hardships and dangers of homophobia.

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