What is Pride Month?
Pride month is the celebration of those who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community. During this time, people gather to show how far LGBTQIA+ rights have come and what work needs to continue to be done to achieve full equality globally. The Pride celebration emphasizes how important it is to be inclusive and not put up barriers that make people feel like they don't belong.: build communities and promote acceptance.
When did it start?
Originated in 1969 after the Stonewall riots occurred and historically changed gay rights, Pride Month was coined to remember this event; a time for people to come together with love, support and acceptance.
What month is celebrated?
Pride Month is celebrated annually throughout the month of June, and many cities dress the streets for the occasion with LGBTQAI+ colors. Although June is the focus of this celebration, It is also a time to raise awareness. Besides, It is essential to remember that pride should be celebrated all year round, since the battle for equality is a constant and continuous effort. Raise awareness of LGBTQIA+ issues Although we have made fantastic steps towards equality, there is still a lot of work to do. That's why we continue to celebrate and promote Pride Month all these years later., to continue raising awareness about past and current issues facing the community. In addition to pride month, Throughout the year, many awareness and visibility weeks are held for this community., including Lesbian Visibility Week, Transgender Awareness Week and Bisexual Awareness Week. Our blog post ‘Celebrating your authentic self’ was written for Transgender Awareness Week last year, but it's still incredibly relevant. Support local Pride events As mentioned above, Several cities hold their own pride events to show their support during June. Some of these local events feature singers, famous members of the LGBTQIA+ community and speakers. Speakers at Pride Events Often Focus on Diversity, equality and inclusion; although there are many paths that can be taken when speaking at pride events, whether adversity, human rights or politics.
So it's PRIDE month, it's a chance for everyone to celebrate diversity and acceptance and go outside to be ourselves..