Pride month is here!
While it is a celebration, Pride is also a political rally and a march to claim public space that cannot be taken for granted. On one hand we have seen progress over the past few decades since Pride marches began – the struggle gets results! On the other hand, violence and injustices persist and there is much for LGBTQ activists and allies yet to achieve.
We must always stand with our sisters, brothers, and comrades in the fight for equality and respect. CUPW has a long history of marching in Pride parades, negotiating strong LGBTQ non-discrimination language, and working to make CUPW more inclusive. No matter whom we love or how we identify, we all deserve to feel safe, respected and free to be who we are.