Sydney Pride Month Celebrates Compassion and Courage

The Sydney Pride Festival celebrates the history, resilience and achievements of the LGBTQIA+ community. This month-long event aims to raise awareness, educate and support LGBTQIA+ charities, organisations, and businesses, while fostering compassion and courage within the community and beyond.

We recognise the strength of individuals within the LGBTQIA+ community in the pursuit of acceptance and equality. It’s a time to reach out and support those facing challenges related to sexual identity, bullying, substance abuse or mental health issues, reinforcing the message that no one should feel alone in their struggles.

Pride Month is a time for us to come together as a community, to celebrate our diversity, and to advocate for the rights and acceptance of all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, Through compassion and courage, we can create a more inclusive and supportive society for everyone.

Glenn Hansen, co-ordinator, Sydney Pride Festival.