The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade is an annual event held in Sydney, Australia, typically on the first Saturday of March. The parade is one of the largest celebrations of LGBT+ culture and pride in the world, with hundreds of thousands of people attending each year.
When was the first Mardi Gras in Sydney?
The Mardi Gras Parade began in 1978 as a protest march to demand equal rights for LGBT+ people, and has since evolved into a celebration of LGBT+ culture and diversity. The parade features a colorful procession of floats, marching groups, and performers, all decked out in vibrant costumes and displaying messages of LGBT+ pride and visibility.
The event attracts visitors from all over the world and is a major cultural and economic event for Sydney. In addition to the parade, many other events and activities are held throughout the city during Mardi Gras season, including parties, concerts, art exhibits, and film screenings.
The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade has played an important role in promoting LGBT+ visibility and acceptance in Australia and has contributed to significant progress in LGBT+ rights over the years. It is a celebration of diversity, inclusivity, and the ongoing struggle for equality, and a reminder of the power of community and solidarity.
What’s the route of the Sydney Mardi Gras?
The parade route changes slightly each year, but generally follows a similar path through the heart of Sydney.
The 2022 Sydney Mardi Gras parade will take place on Saturday, March 5th, and is expected to start at 7:30 pm AEDT (Australian Eastern Daylight Time). The parade will start at the corner of College Street and Liverpool Street in the Sydney CBD (Central Business District) and will travel down Oxford Street, which is a major road known for its vibrant LGBTQ+ scene.
The parade will continue along Oxford Street until it reaches Flinders Street, where it will turn right and proceed towards Moore Park. The parade will finish at the Entertainment Quarter in Moore Park, where a post-parade party will take place.
The parade route is typically lined with spectators who come out to cheer on the colorful floats, dancers, and performers who participate in the parade. The Mardi Gras festival also includes a range of other events, including parties, art exhibitions, and community events, which take place in the weeks leading up to the parade.
How many people go to Sydney Mardi Gras?
The number of people who attend the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras varies from year to year, but it typically attracts hundreds of thousands of people from all over the world. In 2020, the event attracted an estimated 500,000 people to the parade route, while in 2021, due to COVID-19 restrictions, the event was held in a scaled-down format with limited attendance.
The Sydney Mardi Gras is not just a parade, but also a series of events that take place over several weeks, including parties, concerts, art exhibitions, and other cultural events. These events attract a diverse range of attendees, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, allies, tourists, and locals.
When was homosexuality legalised in Australia?
Homosexuality was decriminalized in Australia at different times across the different states and territories.
In the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), homosexuality was decriminalized in 1975.
In South Australia, homosexuality was decriminalized in 1975.
In Tasmania, homosexuality was decriminalized in 1997.
In New South Wales, homosexuality was decriminalized in 1984.
In Victoria, homosexuality was decriminalized in 1981.
In Western Australia, homosexuality was decriminalized in 1990.
In Queensland, homosexuality was decriminalized in 1991.
The decriminalization of homosexuality in Australia was a significant milestone in the history of LGBTQ+ rights in the country, and it paved the way for further legal and social progress towards equality for LGBTQ+ people. It’s important to note that while homosexuality was decriminalized, discrimination and prejudice against LGBTQ+ people persisted in Australia and continue to be addressed today.
Zero Discrimination Day is an annual observance held on March 1st to promote and celebrate diversity, tolerance, and inclusion, and to raise awareness about discrimination and the negative impact it has on individuals and society.
When was the first Zero Discrimination day?
The day was first established by the United Nations in 2014, and since then it has been celebrated globally in a variety of ways. It is a day to recognize that everyone, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or any other characteristic, has the right to live a full and healthy life without fear of discrimination.
The theme of Zero Discrimination Day changes each year, with past themes including “Make Some Noise for Zero Discrimination”, “End Discrimination Against Women”, and “Stand Up for Someone’s Rights Today”. The goal of the day is to inspire individuals and communities to take action to end discrimination, promote diversity and inclusion, and work towards a more just and equitable world.
Many organizations and individuals mark the day by organizing events and campaigns to raise awareness and promote tolerance and inclusivity. This may include educational events, rallies, social media campaigns, and other activities aimed at promoting equality and reducing discrimination.
Overall, Zero Discrimination Day serves as a reminder of the importance of treating others with respect and dignity, regardless of their differences, and working towards a world where everyone is valued and free from discrimination.
Bisexual Health Awareness Month (BHAM) is an annual event held in the United States during the month of March. The purpose of the event is to raise awareness of the unique health challenges faced by bisexual individuals and to promote greater understanding and acceptance of bisexuality.
Bisexual individuals face a number of health disparities, including higher rates of depression, anxiety, and substance abuse, as well as greater risk for certain physical health issues. Additionally, bisexual individuals may face discrimination and stigma both within and outside of the LGBT+ community, which can have negative effects on their mental and physical health.
During BHAM, individuals and organizations around the country participate in a range of events and activities to raise awareness of these issues and to promote better health outcomes for bisexual individuals. This may include educational workshops, webinars, social media campaigns, and community events.
The goal of BHAM is to increase understanding of bisexual health issues and to promote greater inclusivity and acceptance of bisexual individuals in healthcare and other settings. It is also an opportunity for bisexual individuals to share their stories and for allies to learn how to be better allies and advocates for bisexual individuals.
Overall, Bisexual Health Awareness Month is an important reminder of the unique challenges faced by bisexual individuals and the need for greater awareness and support to promote their health and well-being.
Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week is a week-long event that takes place annually during the week of February 21st to 27th. The event is focused on raising awareness of aromanticism, which is a romantic orientation in which an individual does not experience romantic attraction or experiences it in a significantly different way from the norm.
The aromantic spectrum includes a range of identities and experiences, including aromantic, gray-romantic, demiromantic, and other related identities. Each of these identities has its own unique characteristics and can manifest in different ways.
During Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week, individuals and organizations around the world participate in a range of events and activities to raise awareness of aromanticism and the experiences of those on the aromantic spectrum. This may include social media campaigns, panel discussions, workshops, and educational events.
The goal of Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week is to increase understanding and acceptance of aromanticism and the aromantic spectrum, and to create a more inclusive and supportive world for individuals on the aromantic spectrum. It is an opportunity for individuals to share their stories and for allies to learn how to be better allies and advocates for those on the aromantic spectrum.
Overall, Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week is an important reminder of the diversity of romantic orientations and the need for greater inclusion and respect for all individuals, regardless of their romantic orientation.
Is there an Aromantic Flag?
Yes, there is an Aromantic flag! The Aromantic flag was created by an Aromantic individual named Cameron in 2014. The colours of the flag are as follows:
Green: Represents aromanticism as a whole
White: Represents the platonic and aesthetic attraction
Grey: Represents grey-aromanticism and demiromanticism
Black: Represents the absence of romantic attraction
Purple: Represents community
The flag is often used as a symbol of pride and identity for those who identify as aromantic.
Are Aromantics part of the LGBTQ community?
Yes, aromantics are generally considered part of the LGBTQ+ community. The acronym “LGBTQ+” stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, and the “+” symbolizes the inclusion of other identities that are not specifically named. Aromanticism refers to a person who experiences little or no romantic attraction to others.
Aromanticism is considered an orientation and falls under the broader umbrella of queer identities. Therefore, it is generally included as part of the LGBTQ+ community, which aims to embrace and celebrate all people who identify as non-heterosexual or non-cisgender. However, it’s important to remember that each person’s experiences and identities are unique, and not everyone who identifies as aromantic may necessarily identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.
Welcome to THE PRIDE SHOP’s ultimate Pride Calendar Guide for all Pride Dates in the UK and Ireland. As new dates are announced we will update the listings below. If your event is not listed here or has not been updated please open a ticket at the Customer Hub and we’ll update it.
Our calendar is listed in date order. For alphabetical scroll down.
Every year Transgender Awareness Week takes place on or around the second week of November, which also happens to be Transgender Awareness Month. The dates are the 13th to the 19th of November.
Trans Awareness Week takes place annually in November. It starts in the second week of November, this year it starts on the 13th / 14th depending on whether you’re in the US or UK. The week tries to help raise the visibility of transgender people within society and highlight some of the issues and discrimination that transgender people face.
The week ends with the Transgender Day Of Remembrance. A solemn day of memorial for all the transgender people who have lost their lives to violence. The Transgender Day Of Remembrance takes place on the 20th of November.
Transgender Awareness Week is an opportunity for Transgender people, their allies, and activists to share their stories and experiences with a wider audience.
When did the first Transgender Awareness Week take place?
The very first Transgender Awareness Week took place in
It’s actually unknown when the first Transgender Awareness Week took place however we do know that the first Transgender Day of Remembrance took place in 1999, and was founded by a small group, including Gwendolyn Ann Smith, to memorialize the murder of a transgender woman Rita Hester in Allston, Massachusetts.
The Transgender Day Of Visibility, which was founded in the US by transgender activist Rachel Crandall of Michigan in 2009 took place in 2009.
How many people are transgender in the UK?
There are approximately 200,000-500,000trans people in the UK
According to the UK Government
There is very little data about how many people are transgender or non-binary or gender non-conforming in the UK. According to the government, “No robust data on the UK trans population exists. We tentatively estimate that there are approximately 200,000-500,000trans people in the UK.”
Since it was possible to legally change your gender in the UK in 2004 over 4,910 trans people have been issued a Gender Recognition Certificate.
12% of trans respondents to the National LGBT survey who had started or completed their transition had successfully obtained one, and 7% of those who knew about them but did not have or had not applied for one said they would not be interested in obtaining one.
Every year, Intersex Remembrance Day, which is also known as Intersex Solidarity Day strives to inform and educate people about intersex people, their human rights issues, and the discrimination they face in daily life, including the decision for many to “normalise” their own sex in their own time and if they want to. It takes place on the 8th of November, the same day as the birthday of Herculine Barbin, a French intersex person whose memoirs were later published by Michel Foucault.
Many find the decision to determine their own sex is taken away from them at birth when parents and doctors make the determination upon the discovery that they are intersex.
These surgeries can often lead to infertility, pain, and mental suffering.
Is Intersex Remembrance day the same as Intersex Awareness Day?
Essentially these two days are similar. Intersex Awareness Day takes place on the 26th of October and is mainly observed in English-speaking countries such as North America, Australia, the UK, and South Africa. Intersex Remembrance Day is mainly observed in Europe.
According to Intersexday.org, intersex people are “born with sex characteristics that don’t meet medical and social norms for female or male bodies”.
It is thought that up to 1.7 percent of babies are intersex. Some are born with obvious intersex traits, whilst in others, it is not apparent until they reach puberty. Some may never exhibit variations in their chromosomes.
What’s it like to be Intersex?
The first Intersex Remembrance Day
The first remembrance day seems to have begun on November 8, 2005, as Intersex Solidarity Day, following an invitation issued by Joëlle-Circé Laramée, then Canadian spokeswoman for Organisation Intersex International. The Organisation invited organisations and groups and individuals to show solidarity by marking: the life of Herculine Barbin, or discussing intersex genital mutilation.
This blockbuster of a pride returns in 2022 to Wales, but when exactly is Cardiff Pride / Pride Cymru?
The team at Cardiff Pride have announced that once again Pride will return to Cardiff for 2022 and the date has been set for 27-28 August 2022. It will take place at the City Hall Lawns over the last weekend of August.
This year the pride has the theme of #UniqueAndUnited. You can check for updates and other pride events on our UK Pride Calendar 2022.
Tens of thousands are expected to turn out for the pride. In 2019 the pride was host to over 40,000 pride goers from all over Wales and indeed, the UK.
Welcome to the ultimate LGBTQ Gay Pride 2022 Calendar list for the UK.
Did you know there are over 120 prides in the UK? Every city and almost every town in the United Kingdom has a pride event – some even have two or three. Here are all the pride 2022 dates for Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
What dates will LGBTQ Pride 2022 be happening this year?
It’s looking hopefully that Pride season will return to the UK in 2022. Many pride organisations are starting to announce their dates and we will, of course, update this page when the dates are confirmed. As with the last two years, pride goers and supporters should be cautious and weary that cancellations, due to COVID-19 may still happen. We’ve linked to each Pride’s facebook page so you can keep up-to-date with the latest developments.
BirminghamPride | 24th and 25th September 2022 | Facebook
LGBTQ Pride News as it happens
3/2/2022
Bristol Pride announces it’s dates.
Bristol Pride Festival 2022 announced
oday, 3rd February the organisers of the award winning Bristol Pride Festival have confirmed that the annual event will return again this year in its original format after 2021 saw the event, like many others, have to adapt to restrictions in place at the time.
The popular festival’s return will span two weeks from Saturday 25th June – Sunday 10th July more from THEGAYUK.com.
Here’s the thing… depending where you are in the world there’s one in October and there’s one in February.
In the US and other countries LGBTQ History month is observed for the month of October, where as in the UK it is observed in February. So in the UK, LGBTQ History has already taken place – and the next one will be in February 2022.
So why the difference between the UK and the US for LGBTQ History Month?
Well, in the UK, February was chosen for LGBT+ history month to mark the ending of the painful Conservative law, Section 28 in 2005, when Tony Blair’s Labour party abolished the ruling. LGBT History month has run every year since then.
LGBT History month in the US actually began over a decade earlier in 1994. It was founded by a high-school history teacher Rodney Wilson in Missouri. At the time Wilson was the first openly gay teacher in the state. He was also responsible for choosing the October date.
October was chosen because the first and second LGBT Marches on Washington, the US, were held in 1979 and 1987. October also contains National Coming Out Day. When it was first launched the awareness month was actually called the Lesbian and Gay History Month. After a while, “bisexual”l was added to the title.
Over time the month has become known as LGBTQ History Month to be more inclusive of those who identify as transgender and queer/questioning.
Where else in the world celebrates LGBTQ History month?
LGBTQ History month is celebrated all over the world. Including Australia, Brazil, Canada, Greenland, Hungary and in Berlin (Germany). Most of these are observed in October along with the US / North America.
Hungary’s history month coincides the UK dates.
You can find out more about LGBT+ History Month in the UK via their website. To find out more about the US history month visit their website.
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