The grassroots organisation has been recognised for its powerful work
BY ELLA GAUCI, IMAGE BY KOMUSO
Community-led grassroots organisation Trans Pride Brighton has received a £10,000 grant towards their core delivery costs through the Brighton & Hove Pride Solidarity Fund. Founded in 2013, Trans Pride Brighton has hosted the largest protest for trans liberation in Europe, with over 30,000 people attending.
The Brighton & Hove Pride Solidarity Fund was set up in 2018 to support underfunded projects and organisations. Previous organisations to receive grants include The Kaleidoscope Trust, The Peter Tatchell Foundation, and Ukraine Pride.
Sarah Savage, CEO of Trans Pride Brighton, said: “Our aim is to inspire all trans, non-binary, intersex, gender variant and queer people to help make a real difference by celebrating trans lives and gender diversity. Through our activities and our annual Trans Pride event, we aim to educate and eliminate discrimination by promoting equality and diversity through visibility, while also celebrating our unique history.”
“After four challenging years for events, Trans Pride Brighton was in real jeopardy and this vital grant means we can keep going this year and gives us a good chance of getting back on our feet for the future.”
Brighton & Hove Pride has worked alongside Trans Pride Brighton for several years. Paul Kemp, Brighton & Hove Pride Managing Director, added: “This grant is in recognition of the vital role Trans Pride Brighton has in supporting our local trans community and helping to make our city a place where the trans community know they are loved, valued and supported. This aligns completely with our inclusive principles.”
You can find out more about Brighton & Hove Pride here: Brighton-pride.org
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