It’s also why – alongside our online celebrations to mark Pride – we’re taking action. We pride ourselves on being a diverse and tolerant business, but there is still much to be done to make it a tolerant and inclusive world. The first march on 28 June 1970 was held to mark the first anniversary of the Stonewall riots – a series of demonstrations in New York – and to concentrate the efforts of the LGBTQI+ community on their human rights and help establish places for gay men and lesbians to be open about their sexual orientation without being arrested. The genesis of Pride month is no exception. We’re proud of every You in Unilever, not just during this Pride month but every day.Īnd while Pride month is associated with carnivals and sparkle, celebrating tolerance and acceptance, current events also remind us that that change comes from taking a stand.
