Atlanta hosting 5-year remembrance ceremony for victims, survivors of Pulse shooting

The city of Atlanta has partnered with several organizations to honor the victims and survivors of the Pulse nightclub shooting, which happened five years ago, June 12, 2016.

The ceremony is scheduled from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday at Saint Mark United Methodist Church, 781 Peachtree St. NE.

Additionally, the city is releasing Pulse Check, powered by AID Atlanta. This is a digital experience in which local leaders are scheduled to discuss their reflections on the Pulse shooting and where the community is today.

Partnering organizations:

Saint Mark United Methodist Church
Office of Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms
AID Atlanta
Atlanta Pride
Georgia Equality
Human Rights Campaign
Latino LinQ
NCR Corporation
Out Front Theatre Company
SNaPCo
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