Vallarta Unites in Diversity for Equality and Respect Out&AboutPV | |
go to original May 18, 2023 |
Puerto Vallarta marked the National Day against Homophobia, Lesbophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia with hoisting the LGBTIQ+ rainbow flag in different parts of the city.
These events had the outstanding participation of important figures and organizations committed to equality and diversity.
In Plaza Pitillal, an emotional raising of the LGBTIQ+ flag was carried out with the participation of the Citizen Security Commissioner, councilors and councilors. This symbolic act reinforces the commitment to celebrate diversity and build an inclusive and respectful society, declared Paco Arjona, director of SETAC, adding: “we are equals, first class citizens who honor our community. We deserve the same rights and we celebrate diversity with pride.”
Later, the Centro Universitario de la Costa was the scene of another important raising of the LGBTIQ+ flag, with the active participation of the rector Jorge Téllez and the assistance of MOVii and COMUSIDA. Together, they reaffirmed the commitment of the university community to promote equality and fight against discrimination in all its forms.
At noon, the Balcony of the Presidency witnessed a symbolic gesture of inclusion and respect, with the presence of Edgar Treviño, Colectivo Vallarta LGBT, MOVii, SETAC and Vallarta Pride. The Mayor, Luis Alberto Michel, the Trustee, the Director of Tourism and councilors joined in the raising of the flag of diversity.
Later, at Parque Lázaro Cárdenas, Roberto Ramos, Director of DIF, and Javier Jiménez, business representative and president of Vallarta Pride, gathered to express their support for the LGBTIQ+ community and reaffirm their commitment to equal rights and opportunities.
Finally, in Parque Hidalgo, Colectivo Vallarta Trans, Lesbian Pride, Festival Ella and other important figures from the LGBTIQ+ community made an appearance. This uprising, led by MOVii, was a show of unity and solidarity in the fight against homophobia, lesbophobia, biphobia and transphobia.
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