Category: Pride Month

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Regent Street hangs Intersex-Inclusive flags to mark 50 years of Pride in the UK

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In celebration of 50 years of Pride in the UK, The Crown Estate has commissioned a hundred Pride flags to hang above Regent Street.  Pride in London will commemorate the anniversary of 1972’s historic march by retracing its route during this year’s event. It will commence at Hyde Park Corner and end at Whitehall Place. The route will see those participating pass historic LGBTQI+ sites in the capital, including Trafalgar Square, which was the terminus for the 1972 march. The original march 50 years ago saw around 2,000 people march…

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Police arrest over 200 people during a peaceful Pride march in Istanbul

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Turkish police disrupted and arrested hundreds of activists during a peaceful Pride gathering in Istanbul. On 26 June, LGBTQ+ activists attempted to celebrate Pride Month by holding a peaceful march within the city. However, police in riot gear created blockades in Taksim Square and the surrounding Cihangir neighbourhood in an effort to prevent the gathering from taking place. Alongside the blockades, public transportation leading into the area was also shut down. The increased police activity stemmed from local authorities in the Beyoglu district and their ban on Pride Month events…

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School pupils share the importance of School Diversity Week and Pride Month

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UK students have opened up about the importance of School Diversity Week and Pride Month.  On 20-24 June, youth charity Just Like Us is set to host the UK-wide celebration of LGBTQ+ equality across thousands of primary and secondary schools.  During the week-long event, students will have the opportunity to take part in various activities, including LGBTQ+ inclusive geography and science lessons, storytime activities, school talks, and Rainbow Friday dress-up day. Resources provided by Just Like Us are free for teachers and schools to use, covering EYFS, KS1, KS2, KS3…

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Kesha says she’s “not straight” and “not gay” in a heartfelt Pride Month post: “I love people”

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Pop superstar Kesha opened up about her sexuality in a heartwarming social media post. Since her debut in 2009 with her hit song TiK ToK, the Blow singer has become one of the biggest pop stars in music. But alongside her achievements in the music industry, Kesha has also become a beloved LGBTQ+ icon – due to her passionate advocacy and her fluid sexuality. In 2016, the Human Rights Campaign awarded the We R Who We R singer the Visibility Award for her constant support and work in the community. “My…

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Ad agency behind Burger King’s misguided Pride campaign apologises: “We messed up”

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Burger King Austria’s ad agency has apologised for their bizarre LGBTQ+ inclusive campaign.  With Pride Month in full swing, an array of corporations and entertainment businesses have showcased their support with products and special events. On 1 June, Burger King Austria took to Instagram and announced their new Pride WHOPPER – which is a burger served with “two matching buns.”   “We stand for the equal rights of all identities and sexual orientations,” they wrote alongside two photos of the aforementioned burger. “A little twist to put a smile on your…

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31 white supremacists were arrested for attempting a riot at an Idaho LGBTQ+ Pride event

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31 white supremacists were arrested for planning a riot near an Idaho Pride event. On 11 June, the North Idaho Pride Alliance hosted an LGBTQ+ inclusive event at a park in the city of Coeur d’Alene. However, the joyous celebration was almost interrupted after a local resident spotted a “little army” of suspicious men packed into a U-Haul truck a couple of blocks away. Shortly after receiving the tip, authorities approached the truck and apprehended the group, who were part of the far-right group Patriot Front. The men were found…

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Savage x Fenty celebrates Pride Month with brand new collection

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  Savage x Fenty has unveiled their fierce new Pride Month campaign. A “celebration of the vibrancy and diversity” of the LGBTQ+ community, the new drop includes four collections: Forever Savage, Tagged by Savage, Carnival Mesh and Show Your Colors. Forever Savage and Tagged by Savage are two of the brand’s signature and best-selling lines. The former features “everyday looks with chill-worthy vibes in bold mix and match colors,” while the latter boasts loud multi-coloured prints. A new addition to the collection, Carnival Mesh is all about the details with…

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