Honoring History, Celebrating Pride
The Boston City Council designated June 2025 as Pride Month, celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community's contributions and resilience. This resolution acknowledges the ongoing struggles faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals, especially among transgender, nonbinary, and BIPOC groups, amidst rising legislative threats nationwide. It calls on government agencies, private institutions, schools, and businesses to enact supportive policies and practices. Historical reference to the 1969 Stonewall Uprising illustrates the roots of the LGBTQIA+ civil rights movement, driven by activists like Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera.
Boston has a significant history in LGBTQIA+ advocacy, being the first U. S. state to legalize same-sex marriage in 2004. The resolution emphasizes the importance of reflection, celebration, and action during Pride Month. It reinforces Boston’s commitment to equity and inclusion, urging community solidarity.
The City of Boston stands with its LGBTQIA+ residents, advocating for justice and protection.