As well as being a month-long celebration, Pride month is also an opportunity to peacefully protest and raise political awareness of current issues facing the community. Parades, street parties, community events, poetry readings, public speaking, street festivals and educational sessions attract millions of participants and then covered by mainstream media.
Every year, during the month of June, the LGBT community celebrates sexual diversity. Across the globe, various events are held during the month as a way of recognizing the influence LGBT people have had around the world. June was chosen because it is when the Stonewall Riots took place in 1969. Pride Month is so important because it marks the start of huge change within the LGBT+ community, as well as, wider societal implications. Although attitudes and injustice still remain, many changes have been made since the riots of 1969, and by continuing in this long-standing tradition we continue to raise awareness, improve the attitudes of society and encourage inclusiveness.