Celebrate PRIDE with events designed to bring awareness, acceptance and inclusivity to local communities.
To show solidarity and commitment to creating an inclusive workplace, representatives from teams across East Riding of Yorkshire Council will be supporting many Pride events throughout the summer.
The council will be present at the following PRIDE events this year to show support for LGBTQ+ staff and allies and hope to see people come along to join in the fun and celebrate who they are:
๐ Saturday, 5 July in Bridlington
๐ Saturday, 26 July in Hull
Representatives from across council services, including fostering, recruitment, adult learning, and public health, will be attending this yearโs Hull and Bridlington PRIDE events.
There are also the following PRIDE events taking place within the East Riding:
๐ Saturday, 2 August in Goole
๐ Saturday, 16 August in Beverley
East Riding of Yorkshire Council champions inclusivity, offering staff the opportunity to join the highly regarded LGBTQ+ employee forum. Discover inclusive career opportunities and find out more information by visiting: LGBTQ+
Councillor David Tucker, deputy leader of East Riding of Yorkshire Council said: "Pride is a powerful celebration of identity, community, and the progress we continue to make towards equality.
โโAt East Riding of Yorkshire Council, we are proud to stand with our LGBTQ+ colleagues, residents, and allies.
โโBy taking part in Pride events across the region, weโre not only showing our support but also reinforcing our commitment to inclusivity, acceptance, and creating a welcoming environment for everyone. I encourage everyone to join us in celebrating PRIDE this summer!"
East Riding Libraries will also celebrate PRIDE with a vibrant line-up of events designed to bring creativity and storytelling into the heart of local communities.
East Riding Libraries have partnered with local author, Chris Turnbull, and artist, Rachel Anderson, to bring fun and inclusive events into local libraries, encouraging artistic expression and pride in our identities.
Thanks to funding from Arts Council England, four author talks, Taking PRIDE in All Things Books with author Chris Turnbull and four Make your own Rainbow Tote Bag workshops will be delivered in Goole, North Bridlington, Beverley and Pocklington.