“We proudly stand with the LGBTIQ+ community in Serbia and firmly support the values that Pride represents – acceptance, inclusion and diversity,” said 25 embassies and the Delegation of the European Union to Serbia in a joint statement issued on the occasion of this year’s Pride.
On the occasion of Belgrade Pride 2023, we wish to reaffirm our commitment to respecting, promoting and protecting human rights for all, reads the statement signed by the embassies of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States of America and Delegation of the European Union.
“We will continue working with local LGBTIQ+ organizations to help achieve the community’s legitimate place in society and ensure a constructive debate around equality, non-discrimination, and human rights, including the freedom of assembly and freedom of expression. These are universal rights. Regardless of where we are, who we are – or whom we love,” said the statement.
This year’s Belgrade Pride procession will be held on September 9th under the slogan “We’re Not Even Close”.
The Pride march will begin at 5:00 PM and will follow the following route: Nemanjina Street (entrance to Manjež Park at the intersection of Nemanjina and Resavska) – Kneza Miloša Street – Kralja Milana Street – Nikola Pašić Square – National Assembly – Kneza Miloša Street – Nemanjina Street – Manjež Park.
(N1, 08.09.2023)