Proud to be stepping out at Midsumma

Yarra Ranges Council proudly stepped out at Melbourne’s Midsumma Pride March on Sunday 5 February, demonstrating our commitment and support to our LGBTQIA+ community.

“Midsumma Pride March is a celebration of the diversity of ways people experience gender and sexuality,” Councillor Johanna Skelton said.

“It’s also a chance to march in solidarity with LGBTQIA+ folk. In a world that is not always safe, welcoming, informed and inclusive for this community, strong public displays of support are valuable.

‘We want our LBTQIA+ community to see this support, and being visible at this event from now on is one way we can do this.

“Connection and celebration through arts and culture has always been important for people whose experiences aren’t reflected in mainstream ways.

“Like many individuals and organisations in our area, Council is working to remove barriers to inclusion.”

Yarra Ranges Council is committed to creating an inclusive community, valuing the strength in our diversity.

“We stand for respect and acceptance of all LGBTQIA+ members of our community,” Cr Skelton said.

“We want everyone to know that we see you. We hear you. We value you. You matter”.

“We encourage our community to come down and be part of this incredible event that supports our LGBTQIA+ members not only within our local community, but across Australia and all over the world.”

For more information about Council’s commitment to and support of our LGBTQIA+ community, visit yarraranges. vic.gov.au/LGBTQIA