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‘Love Is Love’ To Host Buffet Brunch & Fundraiser
Love is Love BDA is set to host a buffet brunch on February 4th at Thyme Restaurant, featuring dancer Marcus Zebra Smith as well as a charity raffle fundraiser for OUTBermuda’s 2024 education bursary program. A spokesperson said, “Love is Love BDA will be hosting their very first buffet brunch on Sunday, February 4th, 2024, at Thyme Restaurant... Read more of this article
“Bermudians Were Kind, Welcoming, Generous”
In a Vacationer story, Chaya Milchtein “shared her insights into her eye-opening visit to Bermuda with her wife, shedding light on the island nation’s stance on LGBTQ+ rights and highlighting safe spaces for the queer community.” The story said, “There’s something magical about the sunset in Bermuda, a popular tourist destination... Read more of this article
Taj Donville-Outerbridge Elected To IGLYO Board
Taj Donville-Outerbridge has been elected to the International LGBTQI Youth and Student Organisation [IGLYO] board during their Annual Members’ Conference in Montenegro. A spokesperson said, “IGLYO — The International LGBTQI Youth and Student Organisation is the largest member-based network in the world dedicated to LGBTQI youth and their... Read more of this article
Cayman Group Assisting In Bermuda SSM Case
Cayman-based LGBTQ+ group Colours Caribbean “has been accepted as an intervenor in a European Court of Human Rights case on same-sex marriage in Bermuda,” the Cayman media has reported. A Cayman Compass story said, “Cayman-based LGBTQ+ group Colours Caribbean has been accepted as an intervenor in a European Court of Human Rights case on... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Pride Party At Victoria Park
The Bermuda Pride Parade for 2023 took place yesterday [Aug 26], and following the parade, a lively block party was hosted at Victoria Park in the afternoon, featuring a vibrant display of local entertainment. You can view coverage of some of the afternoon festivities below, and all of Bernews coverage of this year and past years Pride events here. Related... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: 2023 Bermuda Pride Parade
The 2023 Bermuda Pride Parade event was held today [Aug 26] in the City of Hamilton under a theme of “Homecoming.” A spokesperson previously said, “The ‘Homecoming’ theme was chosen after extensive consultation with community members, both at in-person roundtables locally and via global online meetings, to ensure LGBTQ+ Bermudians have... Read more of this article
Photos: OUTBermuda Hosts Pride Prom Event
OUTBermuda held the ‘Pride Prom’ event last night and also presented the first ever Bermuda Pride Icon Awards to the “teams behind three pioneering local organisations that’ve been instrumental in the pursuit of LGBTQ+ equality in Bermuda,” with awards presented to Rock Island Coffee, Two Words & A Comma and the Bermuda... Read more of this article
Minister Furbert On Diversity And Inclusion
“This week, Bermuda residents and visitors alike have been participating in the planned Pride events. As the Minister with oversight of human rights, this serves as a timely reminder to highlight our diversity and the importance of inclusivity, equality, and respect for all,” Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert said. The... Read more of this article
Police & Route Advisory For Pride Parade
The Bermuda Police Service said they “have been actively working with OUTBermuda to ensure a safe and peaceful Pride celebration in the City of Hamilton this Saturday [Aug 26], with the parade commencing at 10.00am.” Jerome Laws, Acting Superintendent Community Policing Division, said: “The parade will be followed by activities scheduled... Read more of this article
Harbour Night Takeover Event Set For Tonight
In celebration of Pride 2023, a Harbour Night Takeover event will be held on Front Street tonight [Aug 23]. Taking place from 7.00pm to 10.00pm, the free admission event will be hosted by Marcus Zebra and will feature DJ LA, a high heel race, a live drag makeup demonstration, Gombeys, and more. Related Stories Crown & Anchor Lessons At Harbour... Read more of this article
Video: US Consulate Spotlights Marcus Smith
The U.S. Consulate General released their latest spotlight video featuring Marcus ‘Tizzebra’ Smith, who they noted is “an LGBTQ+ Bermudian actor, dancer, model and content creator who excelled both academically and professionally while living in New York City.” A spokesperson said, “In the video, Marcus shares what inspired him... Read more of this article
Princess Proud To Sponsor Bermuda Pride
Hamilton Princess & Beach Club said they are proud to be a Gold Sponsor of Bermuda Pride, taking place August 23rd to 27th, 2023. A spokesperson said, ” The hotel will host the Pride Prom, a first-of-its-kind evening of celebration, in collaboration with longtime supporter, OUTBermuda. “This year’s Pride ‘Homecoming’ theme,... Read more of this article
