The 2026 Beacons of Light Gala was an incredible celebration of community, resilience and progress. Former Newton City Councilor Holly Ryan was honored as a Community Icon, and Althea Garrison received the Persistence in Politics Award. In addition to the awards presentations, the gala featured a cocktail reception, dinner and dancing. “One way we fight the shadows is with the illuminating power of joy.” More: massequality.org
