Campus Pride, a national LGBTQ+ advocacy group focusing on higher education, is facing a scandal involving allegations of financial impropriety and the departure of its former CEO, Shane Windmeyer. In an interview with The Advocate, the board chairperson for the organization, Candis Cox, confirmed Windmeyer’s departure and acknowledged the existence of a settlement agreement requiring him to repay $100,000. While she did not confirm the accuracy of the allegations reported by Qnotes, Cox emphasized the need for transparency and accountability in order to rebuild trust with donors and the LGBTQ+ community.
Campus Pride, known for its work in assisting LGBTQ+ and allied student leaders, is striving to overcome the scandal with a renewed focus on rebuilding trust and involving the community in the organization’s future. Cox highlighted the importance of taking a deeper dive into the organization’s historical data and creating a more transparent infrastructure. She also stressed the significance of community involvement and ownership in redefining the organization’s mission and values.
Despite the departure of Windmeyer, a co-founder of Campus Pride, Cox emphasized that the organization is larger than any one individual and has the potential to continue advocating for LGBTQ+ equality. The board, which includes new members, is committed to addressing the complexities of the scandal and moving forward with a renewed sense of purpose and dedication to the organization’s mission. Cox urged individuals to see Campus Pride as their own organization and to contribute to rebuilding trust and support within the LGBTQ+ community.
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