What is the story behind the Pride Flag and what do the colours stand for, let’s find out: In the last 40-some years, the flag has evolved from being a symbol to a statement as more and more individuals have accepted it and used it to declare to the world their identities and at times, their alliance. The Pride Flag has been a symbol of the LGBTQ+ movement from as early as 1978.
Since the Stonewall Rebellion of June 1969, the summer month has come to be recognised as the time for celebration of love, acceptance, diversity, and self-pride by a people who have long been marginalised and oppressed for their identities.Īnd with the celebrations of the Pride Month come the radiating flags lined with rainbow colours.
