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Pride Month: A Time to Stand Against Discrimination

This month is not just about parades, rainbow flags, and joyful gatherings; it is also a poignant reminder of the persistent struggle against discrimination that many LGBTQ+ individuals face daily.

Libby Winkler
4 min readJun 9, 2024
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Pride Month: A Time to Stand Against Discrimination

Every June, people worldwide celebrate Pride Month, a vibrant and dynamic period that honors the LGBTQ+ community and its ongoing fight for equality.

This month is not just about parades, rainbow flags, and joyful gatherings; it is also a poignant reminder of the persistent struggle against discrimination that many LGBTQ+ individuals face daily. As we don our colorful attire and participate in various festivities, it is crucial to remember the more profound significance of Pride Month and the collective responsibility we all share in standing against discrimination.

The Origins of Pride Month

Pride Month commemorates the Stonewall Riots of June 1969, a watershed moment in the LGBTQ+ rights movement.

The riots began as a series of spontaneous demonstrations by members of the LGBTQ+ community in response to…

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Libby Winkler
Libby Winkler

Written by Libby Winkler

Freelance writer who loves exploring the messiness of humanity, while poking around in nooks of life and shining light on all the things that make us complex..

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