Members of Guyana’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) community, alongside supporters, gathered in Georgetown for their annual pride parade, held in June.
The event, a vibrant celebration of diversity and solidarity, saw a large turnout with participants adorned in the colors symbolizing the LGBTQ+ community.
Dances and smiles filled the streets as attendees proudly displayed their identities.
Joel Simpson, Managing Director of the Society Against Sexual Orientation Discrimination (SASOD) Guyana, emphasized the significance of visibility in a society that often marginalizes LGBTQ+ individuals.
He described the parade as a form of resistance and protest against systems that seek to oppress and ignore their existence.
Samara Murphy, a participant in the parade, highlighted the importance of supporting every member of the LGBTQ+ community.
She expressed hope that their presence at the parade would encourage greater acceptance and support from heterosexual allies.
Organized as part of the pride festival activities by SASOD Guyana, the parade underscored themes of inclusivity, equality, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights in Guyana.