Cartagena gay pride 2022
An LGBTQ+ community threatened
Cartagena is a city where sexual and gender diversity is growing increasingly more prevalent. In the streets of the city, visitors can see homages to the LGBTQ+ community much more than in previous years.
For the month of June, which celebrates Pride in Cartagena, the mayor's office has prepared an inclusive and unique agenda to shows how the Corralito de Piedra has evolved in favor of diversity over the last few years.
"We enthusiastically support all the agenda and other actions that advocate for the respect, guarantee and recognition of LGBTQ+ rights," said Cielo Blanco Flórez, Secretary of Participation and Social Development.
The events began on June 16, with a tour recognizing of the rights of the community, and will continue over the next few days with discussions on homosexuality, political activity, and a graffiti showcase in the historic center of the city to raise awareness and mobilize the LGBTQ+ community.
These event, which will run until the end of the month, will culminate with a Pride Ma
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Published: Jul 03, , IST | Updated: Jul 03, , IST
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Bogota's Pride parade
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Cheerful crowd
In Bogota, the parade began at p.m local time at La Plazoleta del Consejo de Bogota and ended at la Plazoleta de Eventos del Parque Simon Bolivar.
People dressed in colourful costumes waved the rainbow flag and danced through the streets of the capital city.
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Thousands attend the parade in Medellin
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Violence against the community
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Note: Traveling as an LGBTQ+ person always carries a certain degree of risk. It is our reality as we navigate a world with 60+ countries criminalizing our relationships and a rise in anti-LGBTQ+ legislation around the world. We encourage our traveling community to grasp the laws and cultural challenges they may face in any destination they opt to visit for Pride and beyond. Don't be anxious of the world, but always research information specific to your travels. Enjoy Pride, be watchful, and look out for each other!
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