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PHOTOS: Wanda Alston Gala

The LGBTQ youth support organization held it’s 10th anniversary gala at AJAX on Wednesday

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7 years ago

October 11, 2018

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, second from left, presents former D.C. Mayor Anthony Williams, second from right, with an award at the Wanda Alston Foundation’s 10th anniversary gala. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The Wanda Alston Foundation held its 10th anniversary celebration at a gala at AJAX on Wednesday. D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser presented former D.C. Mayor Anthony Williams with an award. The Wanda Alston Foundation supports the Wanda Alston House which provides housing and support for homeless LGBTQ youth. (Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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From left, SMYAL Executive Director Erin Whelan and journalist Ari Shapiro attend SMYAL for the New Year at Shakiki on Thursday, Jan. 22. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

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(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)