To everyone who sees this, Happy Pride!
Whether you are out there being somewhere between the most fabulous you can be or keeping your cards close to your chest, we are proud of YOU!
Its not easy to acknowledge your sexuality and some may fear the thoughts of those around them but we have come a long way, even in just the last 10 years, as a community being accepted by the general public. Every day the world becomes more and more inclusive to the LGBTQ+ people and that is fantastic!
I have been a proud Bi tech gremlin for the last 7 years and before that, lurking in the shadows having confusing feelings. In the Madness Collective we are 100% accepting of who you are as an individual and do not tolerate any form of hate. If you need a safe space to express yourself then please drop in and say hi!
If you are not ready to reveal the news then, please, don’t feel pressured to do so. Each person coming out to their family or friends is an imporant milestone in their life and should only happen when they are comfortable to. If you think a family member or friend is a member of the LGBTQ community but has not stated they are, just tell them you love them for who they are and nothing in the whole world could change that. Trust me, it means a LOT.
If you or someone you know is having a hard time, please reach out and feel free to join our discord to meet some new awesome people! Alerternatively please feel free to check out the below resources for LGBTQ+ support across the world
https://www.stonewall.org.uk/
https://lgbt.foundation/
Unconditional Love
-Parra