Prague Pride
Prague Pride 2011 was the first-ever pride parade held in Prague. As its organizers, we are proud that it was such a happy and peaceful event, with thousands of supportive participants from the Czech Republic as well as from abroad. Our hope is that the Belgrade Pride, although organized in a different environment, will have a similar impact.
Organizing pride parades is a manifestation of freedom of assembly and freedom of expression. Both are fundamental freedoms guaranteed by the international human rights law. Pride parades are also a unique opportunity for the society to be the guest of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community and to get to know individuals with a different sexual orientation in person. Such events help overcome stereotypes and build relationships in a society without any prejudice.
Due to the past events in Serbia, the Belgrade pride cannot be organized safely without full support of government authorities. We therefore call upon Serbian authorities to provide all possible safeguards to ensure that the Belgrade Pride will be held in a safe environment. We hope that the fame of the Belgrade Pride will not be built on extremist attacks and police crackdowns, but rather on a high number of peaceful participants.
We wish the Belgrade Pride all the best. You have our support!
Prague Pride organizers