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TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Moffitt Cancer Center announced Wednesday that it will not be raising the Pride or Juneteenth flags on campus this year.
The choice to refrain from raising any flags this year was confirmed in an email from Laura Bosselman, the head of Moffitt UNITY, who conveyed her mutual disappointment about the decision.
“I understand this isn’t the outcome many of us were expecting,” the email stated. “These flags have been potent symbols of acknowledgment, inclusivity, and visibility for our communities, and I join in the disappointment that comes with this decision.”
Bosselman emphasized the continued importance of the group’s mission to UNITY leaders.
“Still, this does not erase who we are or the impact we continue to have. UNITY has never
been defined by a flag alone—we are defined by our people, our purpose, and our
presence. That presence is stronger than ever.”
Bosselman noted that the UNITY board is actively exploring other methods to commemorate the start of Pride Month, which begins on Monday, June 2.
“Though there will be no flags raised, we will stand proudly— with you— to represent our strength, our resilience, and our unwavering commitment to Moffitt’s mission and to each other,” said Bosselman.
