Beautiful new mural by Philly-based artist Symone Salib honors the late LGBTQ+ leader and activist, Gloria Casarez at GALAEI on Fontain Street at Howard Street in Norris Square!

“As a queer person latinx woman myself, it was truly an honor to create a mural celebrating Gloria and what she has done for the queer community. While working on the mural I was able to talk with people who first handedly knew Gloria. Person after person I spoke to about her would unanimously say how she was light in the community. That she had so much drive. That she was a role model to the work they wanted to accomplish themselves. That she created a ripple effect for change. I could see the warmth in people’s eyes as they kept her spirit alive through their stories. That is something I will truly never forget and was such a special experience.”