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  • Every major Pride event scheduled for 2024

    Every major Pride event scheduled for 2024

    From Sydney to Singapore and Bangkok to Birmingham, this comprehensive compilation features key dates for all major global Pride events occurring throughout 2024.

    Last year we witnessed one of the most significant celebrations of LGBTQIA+ inclusion and acceptance worldwide, with the queer community and its allies gathering for over a thousand Pride events in 56 countries.

    Amid various legislative efforts aiming to undermine the rights of LGBTQIA+ individuals, particularly targeting transgender people and drag performers, it is paramount to demonstrate solidarity, persist in advocating for equality, and commemorate the progress achieved thus far. Additionally, it is essential to continue honouring the LGBT+ pioneers whose efforts paved the way for the rights we enjoy today.

    To find out dates for every pride in the UK, check out pridedates.co.uk for a comprehensive list of pride events happening in England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and Eire.

    Read on for the complete list of Pride dates occurring worldwide in 2024. Please note that this list will be regularly updated

    Australasia

    Adelaide, Australia TBA
    Auckland, New Zealand 17 February
    Brisbane, Australia TBA
    Christchurch, New Zealand 15-31 March
    Hamilton, New Zealand 7-20 April
    SpringOUT (Canberra), Australia 2 November
    Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, Australia 16 February – 3 March
    Victoria (Melbourne), Australia 11 February
    Wellington, New Zealand 1-17 March
    Western Australia (Perth), Australia TBA

    Africa

    Cape Town, South Africa 2 March
    Johannesburg, South Africa 26 October

    Asia

    Bangkok Pride, Thailand 1 June
    Hanoi, Vietnam TBA
    Hong Kong TBA
    Manila, Philippines TBA
    Mumbai, India 3 February
    Osaka, Japan TBA
    Singapore 24 June
    Taiwan 26 October
    Tokyo, Japan 19-21 April

    Europe

    Athens, Greece TBA
    Amsterdam, Netherlands 27 July – 4 August
    Antwerp, Belgium 7-11 August
    Baltic (Riga, Latvia) 6-15 June
    Barcelona, Spain TBA
    Belgrade, Serbia September 2-7
    Berlin. Germany 27 July
    Benidorm, Spain TBA
    Brussels, Belgium 18 May
    Budapest, Hungary 22 June
    Copenhagen, Denmark 10-18 August
    Cork, Ireland TBA
    Dublin, Ireland 29 June
    EuroPride (Thessaloniki, Greece) 21-29 June
    Frankfurt, Germany 8-11 August
    Helsinki, Finland 24-30 June
    Ibiza, Spain 7-15 June
    Limerick, Ireland 13 July
    Ljubljana, Slovenia 15 June
    Luxembourg 6-14 July
    Madrid, Spain 28 June – 6 July
    Malmo, Sweden 3-6 July
    Marseille, France TBC
    Martigny, Switzerland 19-20 July
    Maspalomas, Gran Canaria 8 May
    Maspalomas, Gran Canaria: Winter Pride 4-10 November
    Munich, Germany 8-23 June
    Oslo, Norway 21-29 June
    Paris, France 29 June
    Prague, Czechia 5-11 August
    Reykjavik, Iceland 6-11 August
    Rome, Italy 15 June
    Sofia, Bulgaria 22 June
    ​​Torremolinos, Spain 26 May – 2 June
    Valletta, Malta 6-15 September
    Vienna, Austria 25 May – 9 June
    Zurich, Switzerland TBA

    UK

    Aberystwyth 20 April
    Belfast 19-28 July
    Birmingham 25 May
    Bourne Free (Bournemouth) 5-6 July
    Brighton 3-4 August
    Brighton Trans+ Pride TBA
    Bristol 29 June-14 July
    Cambridge 15 June
    Canterbury 8-9 June
    Cardiff 22-23 June
    Chester 17 August
    Derby 14 September
    Doncaster 10 August
    Dundee 15 June
    Edinburgh 22 June
    Exeter TBA
    Essex Pride (Chelmsford) 22 June
    Falmouth 27 April
    Foyle Pride (Derry) 15-25 August
    Grampian Pride (Aberdeen) 25 May
    Swansea 18 May
    Surrey TBA
    Suffolk Pride (Ipswich) 8 June
    Mardi Gla (Glasgow) 20 July
    Margate 10 August
    Newquay 20 July
    Northern Pride (Newcastle) 20-21 July
    Norwich 27 July
    Notts Pride (Hockley) 27 July
    Oxford 8 June
    Leeds 21 July
    Leicester 31 August
    Lincoln 17 August
    Liverpool TBA
    London 29 June
    London Trans+ Pride 27 July
    Manchester 23-26 August
    Manchester Trans+ Pride 4 August
    Plymouth 22 June
    Sheffield 22 June
    St Ives 5 October
    Trans+ Pride Scotland, Kilmarnock 30 March
    UK Black Pride TBA

    North America

    Acapulco, Mexico TBA
    Ashbury Park, New Jersey 2 June
    Atlanta, Georgia 12-13 October
    Baltimore, Maryland 10-16 June
    Birmingham, Alabama 9 June
    Boston, Massachusetts 8 June
    Calgary, Alberta TBA
    Casper, Wyoming TBA
    Chicago, Illinois 30 June
    Columbus, Ohio 15 June
    Dallas, Texas 1-2 June
    Denver, Colorado 22-23 June
    Guadalajara, Mexico 15 June
    Havana, Cuba 9-19 May
    Honolulu, Hawaii 19 October
    Kansas City, Missouri 7-9 June
    Key West, Florida 5-9 June
    Las Vegas, Nevada TBA
    Little Rock, Arkansas TBA
    Mexico City, Mexico 26 June-1 July
    Miami Beach, Florida 13-14 April
    Milwaukee, Wisconsin 6-8 June
    Montreal, Quebec TBA
    New Orleans, Louisiana 7-9 June
    New York City, New York 30 June
    Tampa, Florida 23 March
    Toronto, Ontario TBA
    San Francisco, California 29-30 June
    St Louis Black Pride, Missouri 15-18 August
    Orlando, Florida 12 April
    San Salvador, El Salvador TBA
    Seattle, Washington 30 June
    Springfield, Illinois 18 May
    Sacramento, California 8-9 June
    Nashville, Tennessee 22-23 June
    Philly Black Pride, Pennsylvania 25-28 April
    Phoenix, Arizona 19-20 October
    Portland, Oregon 20-21 July
    PrideFete, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic TBA
    Provincetown, Massachusetts 31 May-June 2
    Rhode Island 15 June
    Puerto Rico, San Juan 23 June
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico TBA
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 31 May-2 June
    Vancouver Winter Pride, British Columbia 2-24 February
    Victoria, British Columbia June 27 June-7 July
    Washington D.C. 31 May- 9 June
    Washington D.C. Black Pride 24-27 May
    West Hartford, Connecticut 22 June
    Winnipeg, Manitoba 1-2 June

    South America

    Bogota, Colombia 29 June
    Buenos Aires, Argentina TBA
    Brasilia, Brazil 24 June-9 July
    Lima, Peru 29 June
    Montevideo, Uruguay TBA
    Santiago, Chile TBA
    Sao Paulo, Brazil 2 June
    Sao Paulo Trans + Pride, Brazil 31 May

  • Matt Hancock won’t condemn homophobia because Tony Abbott is a trade expert

    Matt Hancock won’t condemn homophobia because Tony Abbott is a trade expert

    In an awkward exchange with Sky‘s Kay Burley, Health Secretary Matt Hancock seemingly excused homophobic and misogynistic comments by the former Australian PM, Tony Abbott, because he is an “expert on trade”.

    The former PM is reportedly being eyed up to be the joint president of the UK’s Board of Trade as the UK prepares its trade deals upon leaving the EU.

    Previously Abbott opposed gay marriage before it became legal in Australia and said that he feels a “bit threatened by homosexuality”.

    “I don’t believe that’s true”

    Hancock firstly argued that he didn’t believe Tony Abbott to be a homophobe or a misogynist, saying, “I don’t believe that’s true, I haven’t seen any of his (comments)”

    When Burley replied, “I just told you what he said, I’m sure you don’t support some of his comments, he’s a homophobe and a misogynist”, Hancock’s response was. “He’s also an expert on trade”.

    Pressing the point, Burley went on to ask, “So one plays off each other? Really? Is that what you’re really saying, Health Secretary? Come on!”

    Hancock responded, “No, what I’m saying is that we need experts in different areas and the former Prime Minister of Australia is obviously an enormous expert in the area of trade. it doesn’t change my views.

    So forgive because he’s good at trade?

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    Burley continued, “So we can forgive his comments about women and about letting the elderly die of Covid-19 and his views on the gay community, even though his sister is gay. We can forgive all of that because he’s good at trade?”

    Hancock didn’t answer the question and went back to form, by saying, “I’m doing everything in my power to prevent a second wave and protect people from coronavirus

    At which Burley butted in and remonstrated the Health Secretary, by pointing out “That was not my question”, she asked, “Is he a fit and proper person to represent us?”

    “Mr Abbott is very good and very experienced in trade”, responded Hancock, “It is clearly a very important decision that the Prime Minister (Boris Johnson) and the Trade Secretary are across, because we do want experts… and have huge experience”

  • Disgraced Rugby Player Israel Folau wants $10 million

    The disgraced rugby player, Israel Folau has launched a $10 million lawsuit against Rugby Australia.

    Israel Folau was dismissed from his position at Rugby Australia earlier this year after a series of homophobic tweets surfaced. At the time he was one of the highest-paid sportspeople in Australian sport.

    In April the Australian Rugby Union served Israel Folau with a contract ending breach notice, following on from offensive social media posts, one of which said that “hell awaits” gay people and bashing transgender people, using his Christian beliefs as a defence for his views.

    In June Folau and Rugby Australia entered mediation at a Fair Work Commission hearing. There was no resolution after a near four-hour meeting.

    Now Folau has apparently filed a lawsuit and wants a cool $10 million in compensation from Rugby Australia to cover the loss of sponsorship and potential future contracts.

    Free Speech, Religious Freedoms or both?

    Under the Fair Work Act, it is not legal to sack an employee for an employee’s religion. Folau’s suit is a test case in this area and could determine “whether the word ‘religion’ should be interpreted to include protection for an employee’s religious expression and activities” according to employment layer Josh Bornstein.

    Many of Folau’s supporters have raised concerns over whether the player’s right to free speech was curbed.

  • Rugby player to be fired after series of anti-LGBT+ social media posts

    Rugby player, Israel Folau has come under fire for anti-LGBT+ social media posts.

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    Australian rugby player, Israel Folau, 30, is set to be fired by Rugby Australia and the New South Wales Rugby Union after a social media post by the player suggested that “hell awaits” gay people.

    On Wednesday, he posted on Instagram that “drunks, homosexuals, adulterers, liars, fornicators, thieves, atheists and idolaters” should “repent” because “only Jesus saves”.

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    In a statement, the governing bodies said, “He does not speak for the game with his recent social media posts, In the absence of compelling mitigating factors, it is our intention to terminate his contract.”

    “Israel has failed to understand that the expectation of him as a Rugby Australia and NSW Waratahs employee is that he cannot share material on social media that condemns, vilifies or discriminates against people on the basis of their sexuality,” the governing bodies said in a statement.

    “As a code, we have made it clear to Israel formally and repeatedly that any social media posts or commentary that is in any way disrespectful to people because of their sexuality will result in disciplinary action.”

    “Turn away from evil”

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    In another tweet sent on Tuesday, Folau wrote “The devil has blinded so many people in this world, REPENT and turn away from your evil ways. Turn to Jesus Christ who will set you free”, after Tasmania opted to make a baby’s gender optional on birth certificates in its state.

  • Dustin Lance Black was accused of shop lifting

    Dustin Lance Black has blasted Woolworths in Austrailia for accusing him of shoplifting.

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    The Oscar-winning screenwriter was accused by general store Woolworths while in Australia supporting his husband, Tom Daley, who is competing in the Commonwealth Games.

    Taking to social media, the writer, Dustin wrote,

    “OMG! Was just stopped and accused of shoplifting @woolworths in the Gold Coast! Then out of countless folks with bags a search was demanded of mine.

    “Thanks for the warm welcome to #AUSTRALIA @woolworths! Respect customers’ privacy much? Shame. [sic]”

    The couple are expecting their first child. Dustin is in Australia supporting his husband, diver Tom Daley

    “No Apology”

    The expectant father-to-be blasted the organisation, complaining that he didn’t receive an apology after the embarrassing blunder.

    “No apology at all. Just an accusatory zombie-like look in their eyes.

    “So I just got a refund for the drink I’d just PURCHASED and went elsewhere.

    “So silly. Tourists be warned! I didn’t know if I should shout or laugh. Was sure I was on candid camera.

    He went on warn tourist, telling them to stay clear of the shop.

    “Warning all tourists! Steer clear of this very strange place. [sic]”

    But he added he wouldn’t let the incident ruin his time in Australia. He added, “I am. And I still will. But any kidding aside, I do suggest folks avoid this odd place.

    “It was very aggressive and strange. Not a way to treat anyone, particularly in a time when you’d think AUSTRALIA would like to show its best to world. @woolworths #Fail [sic]”

  • Gay People ‘Will Go to Hell’: Rugby Star Sparks Outrage

    One of Australia’s biggest sports stars has sparked outrage, stating gay people will go to hell unless they repent their sins. Israel Folau, who plays for the New South Wales Warathas and is one of the linchpins of the national team, made the controversial comment while responding to a question on his Instagram and Twitter profiles. (more…)

  • Sydney’s Mardi Gras turns a colourful 40

    Rainbow colours beamed from faces and floats parading through Sydney Saturday as hundreds of thousands of partygoers celebrated 40 years of the annual gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras. Organisers predicted close to half a million people would witness the glittery spectacle as some 200 floats and 12,500 participants — including police, politicians, indigenous groups and celebrities — made their way down Oxford Street, Sydney’s Gay… (more…)

  • Sydney’s Mardi Gras: colourful pride born from a night of violence<

    Forty years ago a group of gay and lesbian activists took to the Sydney streets for a night of celebration following a day of political protest, but police intervened, brutally beating dozens of partygoers. (more…)

  • Conservative politician who once called homosexuality a “sordid behaviour” made Australia’s deputy PM

    Conservative politician who once called homosexuality a “sordid behaviour” made Australia’s deputy PM

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    A conservative rural politician who once expressed strong anti-gay views was Monday chosen to replace scandal-plagued Barnaby Joyce as Australia’s deputy prime minister after he resigned over an affair with his now-pregnant aide. (more…)

  • Timeline of gay marriage and rights in Australia

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    Australia’s parliament passed a law legalising same-sex marriage Thursday. It followed a historic nationwide survey that saw Australians vote overwhelmingly in favour of marriage equality. Here is a timeline of key moments in marriage rights in Australia: 1961: Australia introduces its first Marriage Act, but it does not include a formal definition of marriage 1975: South Australia becomes the first state to decriminalise male homosexuality 1976-1997:… (more…)

  • Gay and marriage rights in Australia: A timeline

    Australians have voted overwhelmingly in favour of same-sex marriage, in a historic nationwide survey that will now go to parliament to give it the force of law. Nearly 80 percent of eligible voters took part in the two-month postal survey, with 61.6 percent of respondents saying “yes” to gay unions, the Australian Bureau of Statistics said Wednesday. (more…)