[Progress pride flag] (n.d.). Retrieved from https://progress.gay/
Taking place every year in June, Pride began as a protest against societal shame/hatred and targeted police violence against 2S/LGBTQ (Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer) communities. Pride Month is now marked as a celebration of the changes made on 2S/LGBTQ rights and equality through parades, festivals, drag performances, and other community events. While it is important to celebrate the progress made through decades of protest and political action, rising hostility toward 2S/LGBTQ people reminds us that we must continue fighting for the liberation of 2S/LGBTQ people.