Pride Month is important because it’s both a celebration and a reminder. Here's why it matters:

Happy Pride Month 2025

Pride commemorates the Stonewall Uprising of 1969, a pivotal moment in LGBTQ+ rights history led by trans women of color like Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera. It reminds us of the struggles that paved the way for the freedoms many enjoy today.

LGBTQ+ people still face discrimination and erasure. Pride creates space for people to be seen, heard, and celebrated, especially in places where it’s still dangerous to be openly queer or trans.

Pride is a joyful affirmation that everyone deserves to love who they love and be who they are without shame. It’s a time for LGBTQ+ people to reclaim their narratives and express themselves freely.

Pride fosters a sense of belonging, connection, and mutual support. It also invites allies to stand in solidarity, helping to challenge stigma and create more inclusive environments.

Pride isn't just a party — it’s also a protest. It highlights ongoing issues like anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, trans healthcare access, and youth homelessness, and reminds us that the fight for equality isn’t over.

Celebrating Pride is an act of resistance, joy, and hope — and a promise to keep working for a world where everyone can live authentically and safely.

Happy calebraiting and raising awareness, and the importance of pride month!