What is Pride in Diversity?

In 2016 the senseless shooting of 49 young people at a Gay Nightclub in Orlando and a few days later the murder of Jo Cox, MP for Batley and Spen, prompted a worldwide reaction, not of revenge, but of love and solidarity. This echoed Jo Cox`s belief that “We have more in common, than that which divides us.” Pride in

Diversity was born out of the desire to honour this principle, to celebrate our common humanity and to show what it means to be fully inclusive. Our guiding principle is that all should be treated with Dignity, Respect and

Inclusion.

What does the day look like?

Pride in Diversity 2020 is on Sunday 21st June.

Starting with Civic Service of Celebration at The Sun Pavilion from 10am. Then, the Parade will commence from the top of Montpellier Hill at 12pm. From 12.30pm until 6pm, will be our Party in the Park at the Valley Gardens.

Based on previous years we anticipate a footfall in excess of 5000 over the day. The event is family friendly and fully accessible. There will be live music in the Bandstand, a village of Community, Charity, Business and

Emergency Services Stalls showcasing their work within Harrogate District.

What we’re asking of you?

Pride in Diversity would welcome your support in enabling Harrogate District to fully celebrate the diversity of its community including your workforce.

We have developed various Sponsorship Packages to help businesses, big or small, to join with us in promoting community cohesion and fighting hatred and intolerance.

Corporate Sponsorship will enable us to provide:

A central location, accessible to all ● Free entry to the public, ensuring no socio-economic barriers ● Staging of live acts, including amplification and licenses ● Security on the day, offering a safe space ● Health and Safety

with St John’s Ambulance in attendance ● Publicity and Marketing

For more information, please contact us on pid.hg1@outlook.com or 07475353235