Listening and learning

Phyll Opoku-Gyimah from UK Black Pride on the findings of their survey of LGBTQI+ Black people and people of colour in the UK

The question I’m asked most often, ad absurdum, is “Why is UK Black Pride necessary?” Despite me having answered this question for 16 years, it still requires explaining — although not to those who need, enjoy and participate in spaces we build.

For LGBTQI+ Black people and people of colour, UK Black Pride is an escape from the a much-needed space to celebrate our community’s depth, breadth and diversity.