Eboné Bell on Pride: Protest, Power, Liberation
With Pride Month just around the corner, I wanted to share a quick reminder with you: Pride is so much more than just rainbows and parades. At its heart, it’s about protest, power, and pushing for liberation. This Pride Month, let’s make sure we’re talking about what’s underneath the glitter and rainbow!
There are some crucial things we need to remember and understand:
- Did you know that Black trans women led the movement? And tragically, they still face the highest rates of violence today.
- Did you know that one in four LGBTQ+ Americans faced discrimination in the workplace within this past year?
- And did you know that there are currently over 575 anti-LGBTQ bills that have been filed in cities and states across the country? That’s over 100 more than last year!
Looking at these facts, you can see exactly why it’s so important to understand the LGBTQ community and how to be a true ally.
So, let’s talk. Let’s get real about inclusion, intersectionality, and building something better together.
Happy Pride!