03/06/2026
It is Pride Month. But what does that really mean for us here in Gloucestershire?
Pride began as a protest. It is still a protest. It is a way of saying we exist, we matter and we are proud to be different. It is also a reminder that our rights and safety have never been guaranteed. Many of our trans and non binary siblings are facing real hostility at the moment, and we want to hold that truth with care and support.
So this Pride Month, we are treating the celebration as a call to action.
A call to look after one another.
A call to build community.
A call to stay connected and creative.
A call to remember that none of us are alone.
Community is vital in times like these. Across Gloucestershire and the wider region there are many groups, organisations and networks offering support, connection and solidarity. We have gathered them all in one place so you can find what you need with ease.
Find local LGBTQIA+ support and community groups here:
www.queerfuturesgloucestershire.org.uk/getting-support
What you can do this Pride Month
• Join a group or reconnect with one you already know
• Reach out to your trans and non binary friends and family
• Make art, write, move, create. Self expression can be a powerful way to process pain
• Email your MP. have shared local MP contact details on their page
• Meet new people, build community and stay connected
Pride is a celebration, but it is also a reminder that we rise by holding each other close. We have free, fortnightly sessions for young people ages 13 to 25. Messgae us for more details.
