LGBT activists of Kryvyi Rih celebrated Independence Day

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For the Independence Day of Ukraine activists and friends of QueerHome Kryvyi Rih held an action "Ukraine is united and we are a part of it". The key objective of this event was to increase visibility of the LGBT community and show support for Unity of Ukraine and its pro-European aspirations. Besides, guys just wanted to lift people's mood – and what is very important in our difficult days, – to give them a smile. 

One of the most memorable elements of the program was the quest "Unite the country": in pursuance of various tasks, six people collected the map of Ukraine from different pieces of the puzzle. In itself the steps of the quest not only led participants to the victory, but also helped the observing citizens to understand such quite difficult issues as human rights and combating discrimination. 


 
When all the tasks were fulfilled, quest participants went to the flash mob venue where they collected a big map from the pieces followed by handing out blue and yellow balloons to passers-by. The inhabitants of Kryvyi Rih greeted the action with smiles and willingly took pictures with the participants. Passers-by interested in the purpose of the event showed no indignation that it was organized by representatives of the LGBT community. 

On the art platform near T.G. Shevchenko Theater was held a theatrical performance featuring Drag-queen duo "BACCARA" and drag diva Brunnhilde Golden. Citizens welcomed them with applause and took pictures with the artists on the background of the rainbow flag and flags of Ukraine and the European Union. 

The action was held by volunteers and activists of QUEER HOME Kryvyi Rih under the support of UPO "Gay Alliance Ukraine" and coordinated with the city authorities. No undesirable incidents took place. 

To see Photo Gallery from the celebration of Independence Day please click here

Автор: UPO Gay Alliance Ukraine

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