Pride Month is the typically held across the month of June and dedicated to celebrating the LGBTQ+ communities all around the world. CFF staffers from the UK, Singapore, France and Hong Kong share updates on festivities from their regions.
In June, the entire world comes together to celebrate Pride with marches and celebrations happening in every corner of the globe. It’s a time for the LGBTQ+ community and their allies to unite and celebrate the progress made towards equality, while also acknowledging the ongoing struggle for equal rights and acceptance. London Pride traditionally takes place on the first two weekends of July and includes London Pride and Transgender Pride Marches. Dating back to 1972, London Pride has grown to draw crowds of up to a million people and is platform for political and social issues, celebrating the diversity and vibrancy of the LGBTQ+ community with music, dancing and colourful floats. Despite progress made towards LGBTQ+ rights, discrimination and violence against the community are still widespread globally. Pride serves as a reminder that LGBTQ+ individuals deserve the same rights and protections as everyone else. This year the iconic London Pride Parade takes place on Saturday July 1st, followed by the London Trans+ Pride on Saturday 8th July.
London Pride Parade sees the city come alive with vibrant floats, spectacular costumes, performance stages and an electric atmosphere of love and acceptance. While London Trans+ Pride is a trailblazing grassroots event, which aims to “celebrate the memory of trans lives taken and uphold the next generation of trans revolutionaries.” Whether you’re a member of the community or an ally, London Pride 2023 promises to be an unforgettable experience filled with unity, joy, and empowerment. At CFF UK, we’re in the progress of setting equality goals in order to measure progress, identify gaps and increase employee morale. By identifying and addressing areas of improvement and promoting a more equitable workplace culture, we can build a more diverse, engaged and successful workforce as we believe that when people feel respected and included they can be more creative, innovative and successful. CFF UK are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace where our LGBTQ+ staff feel comfortable bringing their authentic whole selves to a workplace that promotes and values their “Charisma, Uniqueness, Nerve and Talent”. Because at the end of the day, baby you were Born This Way. Happy Pride!
The Pink Dot 15: Celebrating All Families was held on Hong Lim Park on 24th June 2023. It is a night-time formation of mainstays like the Pink Dot Concert, speeches and community tents. The 15th edition of Pink Dot is notable as the first since Singapore had repealed Section 377A (a Singaporean law that criminalized sex between consenting adult males) and seeks to showcase and celebrate the families of LGBTQ+ people in all their diversity and affirm that they deserve a place in Singapore.
Paris rallied around Gay Pride 2023, a festive event celebrating diversity and acceptance for all. At CFF, we value inclusion and equality, and we are proud to support this iconic event, emphasizing the importance of acceptance in the professional environment. Gay Pride, also known as the Marche des Fiertés, is a significant moment each year when the LGBTQ+ community and its allies come together to assert their rights, celebrate progress, and raise awareness about ongoing challenges. CFF Rungis acknowledges the importance of an open and inclusive work environment, where everyone can freely express themselves. They are committed to promoting a culture of acceptance and equality and encourage businesses to adopt inclusive policies and create a safe space where all employees can thrive and fully realize their potential. They are dedicated to working towards inclusion and equality, both within and beyond their walls, and to inspire other organizations to embrace similar values.
Hong Kong Pride is an annual event that celebrates the LGBTQ+ community and its culture in Hong Kong. Before COVID restrictions, the event was typically held in November and not June, unlike other regions, and was organised by the Hong Kong Pride Parade Organizing Committee. The first Hong Kong Pride Parade was held in 2008 and since then, it has grown to become one of the biggest LGBT events in Asia. The event typically includes a parade, live music performances, speeches, and other activities that promote diversity and inclusivity. The parade route usually starts at Victoria Park in Causeway Bay and ends at Edinburgh Place in Central. The parade features colourful floats, participants in costume, and various LGBTQ+ advocacy groups.
