Finally
a place where I can be
myself
Celebrating Pride Month
Pride is the celebration of all LGBTQ+ people, young and old, and Childline is a space where all young people can share who they are.
What is Pride Month?
June is Pride Month. It’s a celebration of all LGBTQ+ people and a chance to raise awareness of the rights of LGBTQ+ people across the world.
Pride is an opportunity to show your support or campaign for LGBTQ+ people. There are loads of ways to get involved:
- Follow our tips and think about taking part in a Pride event near you
- Learn more about the history of Pride and the Stonewall Riots that led to it
- Find out more about any local charities for LGBTQ+ people and how you can support them
- Display a Pride flag or wear a Pride pin
- Share what Pride means to you on the message boards
We know not everyone feels able to celebrate Pride. Remember that whatever’s happening in your life, Childline’s here to support you.
Our Pride Month tips
There are events and marches all over the world for Pride. It can be a great opportunity to show your support and solidarity for Pride. For lots of people, it’s also a chance to be yourself and feel connected to other people.
If you’re thinking about going to a Pride event, try our top tips to get the best out of it.
Can’t attend Pride but still want to celebrate? Try:
- Sharing your experiences or celebrating Pride online
- Finding local exhibitions or events that celebrate LGBTQ+ history
- Looking for or starting up a virtual club of your own
- Celebrating with friends, such as hosting a movie night to watch films from LGBTQ+ creators.
Get creative with Childline
At Childline, we’d love for you to get creative and share what Pride means to you. Why not create a poem, a short story, or even an image with the Art box?
Share your creations with us on the message boards, we can’t wait to see them!
