What Does Pride Mean?

When we talk about pride, it goes beyond the oft-seen public displays of rainbows and parades. Pride stands for standing up for what matters to us and accepting who we are. The following article explains the deeper meaning behind pride, and how we can all celebrate it in our own ways.

The History of Pride

The modern day pride movement began in the late 1960s with the Stonewall Riots. Tired of the ongoing discrimination and police brutality directed towards the LGBTQ+ community, a group of people decided to fight back. This signalled the start of the gay rights movement. Since then, the annual pride parades celebrating love and inclusivity have grown in popularity with people from all walks of life joining in to march in solidarity.

The Power of Pride

At its core, pride is about acceptance and belonging. It is about having the courage to be oneself and express feelings of delight and confidence in what makes us unique. It is about being strong enough to march together and support a shared cause. Each person takes on their own definition of what pride means to them.

In especially challenging times, pride can mean rallying together and standing up for justice. From attending protests to signing petitions and joining communities, people of all ages are using the power of their voice to bring about positive change. We are seeing the beauty of pride in its simplest forms—staying kind and embracing our differences, uniting to protect one another and demanding respect.

Celebrating Pride

The power of pride lies in its ability to give us a platform to come together and take action. Whether it’s raising money for an LGBTQ+ charity or starting an online support group, we can all make a difference and feel proud of the collective effort.

We can also celebrate pride in our everyday lives. It is more than just rainbow flags, it is about celebrating the unique ways in which we all show love and kindness. We can spread joy through hosting a potluck, curating inclusive stories for our kids, and creating spaces of acceptance for one another.

Pride is an immense, ever-evolving force that supports us in our journey of self-discovery and self-expression. It is all around us, waiting to be embraced in all its forms. Join us in celebrating this beautiful and powerful movement and spreading the joy of pride through acts of love and kindness.