Dear community,
We would like to clarify our previous post, which has now been archived. In the post we stated, among other things, that there are ‘no Israeli flags allowed’ at the Pride Walk. This has caused understandable upheaval.Â
Our intention was to state our position against zionism and the practices that have led to the current oppression of Palestinian people. It is a stance we have had from the very beginning, because our vision is a world without struggle, oppression and exclusion because of who you are, love or how you identify. We strive for a world where everyone can be themselves and love and live freely. This includes all places of the world, as LGBTQIAP+ people exist everywhere and our fates are tied.
We understand that the wording in our previous post may have been confusing, as there was no context provided. This was an oversight due to human error.Â
We would like to sincerely apologise, especially if any members within our community feel like they are not welcomed.Â
We welcome anyone and everyone that is at the Pride Walk to show support and solidarity for LGBTQIAP+ people around the world that can’t fully be themselves, including in the Netherlands. We welcome any and everyone that adheres to our message against oppressive practices and for inclusion and liberation of all people. And any and everyone that is looking for connection and community.Â
Moving forward we would like to focus on organising another successful Pride Walk where we can protest, cry and laugh alongside each other. We have amazing speakers from varying backgrounds and walks of lives that we think deserve more of your attention, like activists from organisations like Erev Nav, Homomonument and Amsterdam City Rights, who we look forward to welcoming.Â
We hope to have clarified any misunderstandings and that you are willing to offer us some grace as we move into this busy season to bring out the best of this Queer Amsterdam month for you.Â
With sincerity, love and solidarity.