Sydney WorldPride generated broader social value for attendees and community

The festival achieved six key goals:

To gather a diverse set of attendees in Sydney

To increase the sense of belonging, safety and pride among the LGBTQIA+ community

92% of LGBTQIA+ people said they felt safe and welcome at Sydney WorldPride

Dream of a better future and work together to make the dream a reality

Advocate for the rights and freedoms of LGBTQIA+ people in Asia Pacific

81% of Human Rights Conference attendees said they better understand issues facing LGBTQIA+ people in Asia Pacific

Amplify a diverse set of voices and experiences

Celebrate intersectionality and highlight diversity within the LGBTQIA+ community

77% of attendees agreed that Sydney WorldPride promotes and encourages diversity among artists and entertainers

Showcase Sydney as a safe and welcoming city to LGBTQIA+ visitors and residents

92% of attendees said that WorldPride enhanced Sydney’s reputation as an inclusive and diverse city

Mobilise and welcome a network of active allies and strengthen global connections

9 in 10 attendees said WorldPride enhanced Sydney’s reputation as an arts, entertainment and events capital

Enable a commercial return for participating partners

7 in 10 of businesses agreed that WorldPride brought more visitors to the area and was beneficial for business