A MESSAGE FROM THE LORD MAYOR On behalf of myself and Cork City Council, I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone all the best for this year’s Cork LGBT+ Pride Festival. Over the last two years of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have been forced to change, adapt and re-imagine all areas of our lives, including how we celebrate Pride. In the wake of these difficult times, it will be heartening to see Pride return to the streets of Cork, giving the opportunity for us all to once again come together and celebrate the LGBT+ community. In light of recent events, Pride is more important than ever. Recent homophobic attacks and hate crimes in Ireland highlight that while Pride is a time for celebration, it is also a time for remembrance, solidarity and demanding equality. The visibility of the LGBT+ community and its allies during Pride, reminds us of the tremendous progress Ireland has made in recent years in terms of LGBT+ rights, but also of the work that needs to continue to ensure the inclusion and safety of all people in our country. I would like to offer my thanks to the Cork LGBT+ Pride Festival Committee, volunteers, sponsors and partners, without whom this event would not be possible.Wishing you all a safe and happy Pride, Mise le meas,
Deirdre Forde Lord Mayor
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