17th May Organization Committee Announces Pride Walk for Justice
The 17th May Organization Committee has revealed that this year's Pride Walk, as part of the Pride Week festivities, will take place on Friday, 17th May at 18:00 in Nicosia -Dereboyu. With the theme "What is the Color of Justice?", Pride Week will run from 8th to 17th May, featuring a series of events and activities.
During a press conference held at the Human Rights House, the committee stated, "LGBTI+ individuals exist and will continue to exist. Creating an equal and just life for all members of society, and protecting everyone's right to life, are the primary responsibilities of the authorities."
The statement invited all citizens to participate in the Pride Walk on 17th May. It further emphasized, "Our Pride Week begins with the slogan and activism of 'What is the Color of Justice?' From 8th to 17th May this year, through various events, we collectively raise our voices and assert our existence once again."
"We want to exist within society without facing any discrimination, enjoying all the beauties and, of course, challenges of life as free individuals. We want individuality to develop alongside freedom, and to coexist in life together. Our existence is not a threat; it is our diversity! LGBTI+ individuals exist and will continue to exist in all aspects of life."
The committee highlighted the need to resist and speak out against all discourse and practices that deny our existence, portray us as abnormal, or subject us to hate speech. They declared, "What is the Color of Justice? LGBTI+ individuals exist and will continue to exist in all aspects of life. Join us in our events to support our unity and diversity. Let's gather in front of Suitex at 18:00 on 17th May and walk together."
The 17th May Organization Committee comprises the following organizations: Kuir Kibris Association, Mağusa Youth Union, Bağımsızlık Yolu, Girne Youth Association, Communal Democracy Party, Communal Democracy Party Youth Organization, Civil Society Initiative Association, SOS Children's Village Association, Cyprus Turkish Public Servants Union, Anonymous Youth Organization, DAÜ Unicorn Club, Human Rights Platform, Refugee Rights Association, Baraka Cultural Center Association, People's Party Gender Equality Committee, Universal Children's Rights Association, Republican Turkish Party Women's Organization, and Republican Turkish Party Youth Organization.
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