On Wednesday 4th May, Manchester’s LGBTQ+ communities came together for a special evening as Wagamama in St Peter’s Square revealed its new signage which sees the LGBT rainbow flag replaced with the LGBTQ+ progress flag, clearly displayed across its front exterior.
The progress flag, designed by artist Daniel Quasar in 2018, includes black, brown, pink, pale blue, and white stripes to represent LGBTQ+ people of colour in the community, trans communities and those living with HIV. The new design celebrates the diversity of the LGBTQ+ community and calls for a more inclusive society.
We believe Pride shouldn’t just be acknowledged during one single month of the year, but every day, all year long. - Kelly Lithgow, Head of Creative Content at Wagamama
In working with the younger members of our communities, we see first-hand the remarkable difference Youth Pride MCR workshops have in forging friendships, promoting better mental health and seeing young people thrive as a result of embracing their uniqueness.
Pride is something everyone feels proud of and can see a little bit of themselves in.
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