This year, Pride arrives at a time of deep concern and rising hostility for 2SLGBTQIA+ people including BCGEU members, our friends, family, community, and people across the world. With political tensions being felt by many 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, our trans community particularly has been under attack with growing anti-trans legislation and sentiment across the continent.
As we head into Pride Month, we are reminded that the first pride was a collective uprising against injustice. It is in that spirit of solidarity and defiance that we mark this Pride season with our new theme: Our Pride, Our Right, Our Future, Our Fight.
Unions were also born out of the fight against injustice and offer a potent reminder in the power of collective, direct action, and solidarity. It’s no coincidence that the disturbing attempts to divide and erase 2SLGBTQIA+ often go together with broader anti-worker agendas, austerity budgets, increased privatization of healthcare, profit-over-people models, and more. Attacks on our most underserved communities are a part of a war on every working person and their neighbours.
As we head into Pride, we resolve to bolden our solidarity, strength, and joy. This is Our Pride. Our Right. Our Fight. And Our Future. We hope you’ll join us.
Get Involved in Pride 2025
Here’s how you can participate in Pride this season:
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Events:
Check out our exciting lineup of Pride events, including parades, panel discussions, workshops, and social gatherings. Join us as we come together to celebrate diversity and build stronger bonds within our union community. -
Volunteer/Get Involved:
Find out how you can actively participate—whether by volunteering or supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ initiatives within our union and the wider community. -
Resources:
Explore a curated collection of articles, books, podcasts, and organizations dedicated to 2SLGBTQIA+ rights and chosen family. Educate yourself, support others, and empower yourself with knowledge.
Happy Pride!
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