30/06/2026
Highlights from Our Stories, Our Voices Pride Night 2026, where communities came together to celebrate Pride Without Borders: Everyone. Everywhere. 🏳️🌈🤍
Together in white, we walked into the room carrying different stories, identities, and experiences. Throughout the evening, we found common ground in the belief that everyone deserves dignity, respect, and the freedom to live authentically. White became a quiet reminder that equality begins when every person is welcomed, valued, and given the space to be themselves.
The evening opened with inspiring remarks that set the tone for meaningful conversations, followed by learning sessions on gender, gender-based violence, and practical tools for building safer and more inclusive communities. We also heard powerful stories from our women and LGBTQIA+ champions, celebrated Pride through incredible drag performances, and strengthened connections through networking and meaningful conversations.
Participants also visited all seven interactive booths, completing the activity signature sheet as they explored each learning space. They shared their learning, reflections, and feedback by answering the Atingi Digital Enquirer Kit on Gender-Based Violence of GIZ and the European Union, contributing valuable insights that will help strengthen future initiatives. Their responses reminded us that Pride is not only about celebrating who we are, but also about learning, listening, and taking meaningful action to build safer and more inclusive communities.
More than a celebration, it was a space where stories were shared, perspectives were broadened, and communities from across Mindanao came together with one shared purpose: to celebrate Pride without borders.
Thank you to everyone who joined us, shared your stories, and made this celebration possible. Pride Month may be ending, but the conversations, solidarity, and commitment to building safer and more inclusive communities continue every day.
Happy Pride! 🏳️🌈🤍
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This event is organized by Our Stories, Our Voices , Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH – Ziviler Friedensdienst (Civil Peace Service), Sangguniang Kabataan - Brgy. Ma-a, and Girl Up Davao in partnership with NIñOFRANCO and 3:45 Coffee House.