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Photo Set #2: 2022 Bermuda Pride Parade Event
The 2022 Bermuda Pride Parade was held today [Aug 27] in the City of Hamilton, with the event — which had a theme this year of ‘Love & Live’ — including a parade and a block party at Victoria Park in the afternoon. Our second set of photos is below, and you can view our live updates from today here, and all Bernews coverage... Read more of this article
Photo Set #1: 2022 Bermuda Pride Parade Event
[Updated with video] The 2022 Bermuda Pride Parade event is being held today [Aug 27] in the City of Hamilton under a theme of “Love & Live”, with the day starting off with a parade, and a block party is being held this afternoon at Victoria Park and is set to continue until 5pm. Our first set of photos is below, the event is still underway,... Read more of this article
Videos: Mark Anderson Greets Commuters
[Updated] Morning commuters got some extra cheer this morning [Aug 26] as Mark “Queen of Bermuda” Anderson, who was dressed to impress in a pink outfit, was greeting motorists to wish them “Happy Pride.” Mr. Anderson – a long standing advocate for LBGTQI+ rights and a well known local entertainer – told Bernews, “This... Read more of this article
‘Inclusion’ Aims To Support LGBTQ+ Youth
[Written by Stephen Wright] When Onuri Smith set up Inclusion Bermuda – a non-profit organisation empowering and inspiring the island’s LGBTQ+ youth – he imagined how he as a youngster could have benefitted from greater guidance and support. Still only 19 years old, Mr Smith admits he experienced homophobic abuse growing up in Bermuda and hopes... Read more of this article
Police On LGBTQ+ Community And Events
“This is an important week for our LGBTQ+ community members with several upcoming events planned for Bermuda Pride 2022,” Police Commissioner Darrin Simons said, adding that the “BPS is committed to serving, respecting, and protecting each of our community members.” Police Commissioner Darrin Simons said, “This is an important... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: ‘Love & Live’ Pride Theme
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features the 2022 Pride theme of ‘Love & Live‘, with this year’s Pride events set to be held this weekend. The design is available in two different versions in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a... Read more of this article
Bermuda Pride Parade, Forum, Party & More
Bermuda Pride will hold a number of events this month, including the LGBTQ+ 101 forum, Pride Parade and Block Party, Love & Live Party, Pride Worship Service, and Beach Party. The Bermuda Pride website said, “Our team is excited to bring Bermuda Pride 2022 to the public this year, with more entertainment, more events, more activities for kids... Read more of this article
Gay Cities List ‘Beach Alternatives’ For Marriage
GayCities has highlighted Bermuda’s repeal of same sex marriage on the island by listing “10 beach alternatives that will welcome [and marry] us” “since Bermuda has banned gay marriage.” The GayCities website said, “Bermuda’s clear, blue waters and pink sand beaches have made the island ideal for destination weddings.... Read more of this article
2022 Bermuda Pride Events Announced
OUTBermuda announced the plans for this year’s Bermuda Pride events — which this year have a theme of “Love & Live” — with the Pride Parade to take place on August 27th, while other events include a forum, beach party and more. A spokesperson said, “OUTBermuda, Bermuda’s only LGBTQ+ focused charity, is excited... Read more of this article
CNN Article Highlights Bermuda’s Marriage Laws
Writing for CNN, Allison Hope noted that U.S. Justice Clarence Thomas “suggested previous cases ensuring marriage equality, same-sex relationships and contraception should be reconsidered in light of the recent Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade” and said “what’s happened in Bermuda really illustrates what’s... Read more of this article
Joell-Deshields Named In 2022 Pride Power List
Bermudian Christopher Joell-Deshields has been named in the 2022 Pride Power List, with the UK-based organisation noting the list comprises of “publicly nominated LGBTQI individuals who have made a difference over the past 12 months.” The Pride Power List website said, “Chris is Executive Director of Pride in London, London’s annual... Read more of this article
Cashman Introduces SSM Marriage Bill For OTs
Lord Michael Cashman has introduced a Private Members Bill in the UK House of Lords to “make provision for the marriage of same sex couples” in British Overseas Territories, including Bermuda. The Bill — which was introduced yesterday [July 6] — states “In the law of the Territory, marriage has the same effect in relation... Read more of this article
