We deeply regret not having taken more preacution to protect the community accordingly and are committed not only to finding answers, but effectively securing the safety and well-being of the LGBTQ+ population in South Florida as we move forward. On behalf of the board, we recognize we lacked the proper processes in place to best ensure this type of incident never occurs. In the interest of being able to best and most thoroughly respond to these concerns, we have placed Executive Director Tony Lima on paid administrative leave while we conduct an objective and thorough review of the events that took place.
We have fielded many calls from the community regarding the details of that night and are working diligently to provide answers. 'Over the past 48 hours, much has transpired regarding the events that unfolded during the SAVE Champions of Equality Gala on June 14, 2019.
On Sunday, SAVE announced in a statement that Lima would be placed on paid administrative leave while the organization conducts 'an objective and thorough review of the events that took place.'
