Trans Pride 2016
In July, we took part in the Trans Pride march in Brighton, an event that challenges discrimination and celebrates gender diversity. Starting outside The Marlborough pub and theatre, we marched down past the pier and along to Brunswick Square Gardens.
It was the first time that I’d taken part in an event like this, and I couldn’t believe all of the support from people that just happened to be along the seafront at the time. Passersby cheered and applauded us, people in their cars waved to us, and no one seemed to mind that we’d closed the road.
When we got to Brunswick Square Gardens, there were all kinds of stalls set up and a stage with live music. The Mayor of Brighton and Hove was there, and we got some badges to prove that we’d met him.
There was a real atmosphere of support that day, and I’m honoured that I got to be a part of that. It is clear that there’s still change that needs to be made until everyone is equal, but all of the love that was shown that day gave me hope for the future. I can’t wait to do it all over again at Trans Pride 2017!
