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Motion · S6M-09167 · 24 May 2023

Pride 2023

Lodged by Emma Harper Standard Motion 25 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament recognises June 2023 as Pride Month; acknowledges what it sees as the continued importance of Pride in eradicating discrimination against, and achieving equality for, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT+) people; understands that Pride Month is celebrated internationally annually in June to honour the 1969 Stonewall riots, and aims to achieve equal justice and equal opportunity for LGBT+ people worldwide; welcomes what it considers to be the progress that has been made in Scotland to advance LGBT+ equality, such as the introduction of LGBT+ inclusive education in the Scottish curriculum; sends a resounding and strong message to all that Scotland accepts, supports and promotes the rights of all, regardless of background, to be who they want to be, and promotes diversity and difference; believes that Pride events provide a safe space for all LGBT+ people and their allies to celebrate the progress that has been made in advancing LGBT+ people’s rights, while continuing to raise the plight of LGBT+ people who face persecution or discrimination simply on the basis of their sexual orientation or gender identity; thanks the many organisations who support, and advocate for, LGBT+ people in Scotland, including LGBT Youth Scotland, Stonewall Scotland, the Equality Network and the Trans Alliance, and wishes all a very happy and safe LGBT+ Pride Month 2023.

Supporters (25)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.