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This year we’re asking every Channel Islander and visitor to Pride to celebrate what makes them special and ask what they are most proud of. #CelebrateYourself #CIPride2023
You won’t see familiar stock images of masculine, white, gay men in our campaign. Instead, we wanted to show the variety of people who make up our Island LGBTQ+ community and our allies in all their diversity!
If you attended Channel Islands Pride 2023 - Parade and Celebrations! then we want your feedback on the event!
Please follow this link to our feedback questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CIPride23
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
It`s ALL you need to know about #CIPride23! We can`t wait to welcome you all to the Pride Village from 1pm on Saturday 16th September!!
#CelebrateYourself
Our HSBC Family Zone in partnership with The Party Crew is back in 2023! And throughout the celebrations on Saturday 16th September the Zone is FREE all day, with inflatable and games for all ages!
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
The ever popular @rbc Silent Disco with @kismetcabana returns to #CIPride23! Find their amazing Club Tropicana setup in Victoria Park and pick your groove!
There are three channels of tunes to choose from:
Hip-Hop channel by the Jersey Funk All-Stars Djs
Cheese and Guilty Pleasures channel
Funk and House channel
#CelebrateYourself
@cinestef_djstefunk
Our Main Stage, sponsored by @jerseyelectricityplc, is where you`ll catch fantastic local and headline acts including FIVE, Ellie Prohan, @tomarathomas_ (now a Season 5 UK Ru Girl), @missmercedes.bends, @miss.leigh.ding, @paigethree and @feeltheflesh! As well as the amazing Sister Disco, @richallomusic, @sheamusic and Megan Langlois! All masterfully managed by our MC @dr.adam.perchard!
#CIPride23
#CelebrateYourself
Everybody Get Up! In just one week on Saturday 16th September the amazing FIVE will be on the @jerseyelectricityplc Main Stage as the Headline Act of #CIPride23.
Make sure you head down to the Pride Village in People`s Park and Victoria Park from 1pm for an afternoon of entertainment!
#CelebrateYourself
Kick off a long weekend of music the right way with our Sunset Dance Party at @cesoirjersey on Thursday 14th September.
Featuring some of the best local DJs, including C Phonics, Inks, DJ Seany and Larkin, and Beau, this promises to be the ideal way to get into the Pride mood.
Tickets are only £10, and available from http://channelislandspride.eventbrite.com
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
There`s just one week to go until the #CIPride23 Parade and Celebrations! Make sure you keep following our socials for details of all the exciting events that will be taking place!
If you`re looking for tickets for our Drag Events, Dance Night or the Pride Idols Concert, visit http://channelislandspride.eventbrite.com
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
Join us at #CIPride23 on Saturday 16th September. All FREE All Day. #CelebrateYourself #JerseyCI #ICIAIW
We`re delighted that the new #CIPride23 Youth Zone will be hosted by the team from @louisbyrneiciaiw and @thebigmanifest supported by @governmentofjersey CYPES!
Louis and his team will be hosting an empowerment space to educate, motivate and inspire young people in Jersey.
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
#louisbyrne #iciaiw #icaniamandiwill #iciaiwpopup #empowerment #wellbeing #manifest #inclusive #diverse #hairbylouisbyrne #louisbyrnehair #reset #resetplan #semh
We can`t wait until the #CIPride23 Parade at 1pm on Saturday 16th September!
We’re absolutely delighted that @teammourant have returned as a sponsor of Pride and that they are sponsoring the parade, which is a cornerstone of the event, and something that many participants look forward to the most!
The parade gets to the heart of why we celebrate: it’s an opportunity for the LGBTQ+ and other minority communities to be visible, without fear, and a reminder that the first Pride was a born from protest, as a march for freedom and equality.
#CelebrateYourself
Don`t hide who you love and how you love.
Show Your Pride!
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
Photography: @p_i_n_h_o_l_e
Creative Direction: @katie.killip at @mantrabrandhouse
Today is the Birthday of a Pride Icon!
Freddie Mercury
5 September 1946 - 24 November 1991
Phenomenal lead vocalist of Queen, unparalleled showman, fashion leader and unapologetic bisexual man. His impact on music, culture and the LGBTQ is indelible.
If you want to enjoy some of Freddie`s greatest hits, alongside the music of Lady Gaga, Celine Dion and Elton John, make sure you attend our amazing tribute night, Pride Idols, on Friday 15th September!
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
Sunday 17 September @fomodrag will be hosting the ultimate Drag Brunch at @mertonhotel, with a three-course buffet lunch, drinks on arrival and performances from stunning UK Drag artistes and local acts including: @tomarathomas_, @missmercedes.bends, @feeltheflesh, @paigethree, @miss.leigh.ding, @ryan_mmusic, Alice from @musicmanaged and @vaianaray!
Get your tickets now: http://channelislandspride.eventbrite.com
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
@seymourhotelsjersey
2 WEEKS TO GO!
We are so excited to welcome our Island community, allies, visitors and all our supporting, charities, businesses and artists to Channel Islands Pride 2023!!!
We`re hoping more people than ever join in the fantastic events taking across Pride Week from 14th to 17th September.
All the details are on our website: www.channelislandspride.org
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
We`re kicking off the #CIPride23 Festival on Thursday 14 September with a night of epic dance music at @cesoirjersey with DJs @andrebowman, Larkin, @beaudnb, thisisinkz, @c.phonics and @djseanydnb!
Grab your tickets now, only £10, from http://channelislandspride.eventbrite.com
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
We`re delighted that the new #CIPride23 Youth Zone will be hosted by the team from @louisbyrneiciaiw and @thebigmanifest supported by @governmentofjersey CYPES!
Louis and his team will be hosting an empowerment space to educate, motivate and inspire young people in Jersey.
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
#louisbyrne #iciaiw #icaniamandiwill #iciaiwpopup #empowerment #wellbeing #manifest #inclusive #diverse #hairbylouisbyrne #louisbyrnehair #reset #resetplan #semh
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
Photography: @p_i_n_h_o_l_e
Creative Direction: @katie.killip at @mantrabrandhouse
Sunday 17 September @fomodrag will be hosting the ultimate Drag Brunch at @mertonhotel, with a three-course buffet lunch, drinks on arrival and performances from stunning UK Drag artistes and local acts including: @tomarathomas_, @missmercedes.bends, @feeltheflesh, @paigethree, @miss.leigh.ding, @ryan_mmusic, Alice from @musicmanaged and @vaianaray!
Get your tickets now: http://channelislandspride.eventbrite.com
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
@seymourhotelsjersey
#CelebrateYourself #CIPride23
Starring: @magical_miley from @flairentertainment in @cicoop Grande Marche!
Photography: @p_i_n_h_o_l_e
Creative Direction: @katie.killip at @mantrabrandhouse
#CelebrateYourself #CIPride23
Photography: @p_i_n_h_o_l_e
Creative Direction: @katie.killip at @mantrabrandhouse
Celebrate Jersey being the `Hottest Pride in the British Isles` (with 2,298 hours of sunshine) by buying one of our 1980s-holiday inspired OFFICIAL CI PRIDE T-SHIRTS!
You can pick from a whole range of styles and colours at http://www.liberate.je/shop
There will be a limited choice of colours and sizes available on Saturday 16th September from Liberate`s tent in People`s Park, so buy online if you want to be sure of getting the style you want!
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
Today`s #CIPride23 star Sam gives advice to his younger self that we can all learn from:
"Don`t try to be what you think you`re supposed to be. There is a reason it`s so difficult. It`s not your fault, you`re not doing anything wrong, it`s just... not right. So don`t be anyone else. Just be you."
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
Photography: @p_i_n_h_o_l_e
Creative Direction: @katie.killip at @mantrabrandhouse
Today`s #CIPride23 star Sam gives advice to his younger self that we can all learn from:
"Don`t try to be what you think you`re supposed to be. There is a reason it`s so difficult. It`s not your fault, you`re not doing anything wrong, it`s just... not right. So don`t be anyone else. Just be you."
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
Photography: @p_i_n_h_o_l_e
Creative Direction: @katie.killip at @mantrabrandhouse
We`re proud of our #CIPride23 allies, like Richard and Alice Nunn!
Show your allyship for the Channel Island`s LGBTQ+ and minority communities by joining the Pride Parade and Celebrations on Saturday 16th September!
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
Photography: @p_i_n_h_o_l_e
Creative Direction: @katie.killip at @mantrabrandhouse
Today`s #CIPride23 star is Deputy Louise Doublet.
For the past 9 years, as a Deputy for St Saviour, Louise has been a voice for women, children and marginalised groups in the States Assembly.
In her own words:
"As well as being a (trans-inclusive) feminist I am a person of many identities, including Humanist, bisexual, neurodivergent, a single parent and I live with ‘invisible’ chronic physical health conditions.
"I agreed to take part in this project because I want to give more visibility to the bi+ community (the bi+ umbrella meaning attraction to two or more genders - including pansexual, omnisexual, etc).
"My identity as a queer person is often invisible or erased. Bisexual people are frequently read as straight when they are in a relationship with someone of the opposite sex, and gay/lesbian when in a relationship with someone of the same sex. It is frustrating to not have your real identity acknowledged, or to feel like you don’t belong in queer spaces.
"I am so proud to help promote bi+ visibility, and incredibly grateful to be part of a Jersey Pride that is so inclusive, family-friendly and diverse, where the entire spectrum of LGBTQIA+ identities are celebrated and welcomed."
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
Photography: @p_i_n_h_o_l_e
Creative Direction: @katie.killip at @mantrabrandhouse
Today`s #CIPride23 star is Marta!
An ally and volunteer for Liberate in Jersey, Marta was the daughter of immigrant parents, and understood the difficulties of facing racist attitudes from an early age.
As an adult, Marta pursued a career as a social worker and later a lay school Chaplin, working most closely with those at the margins of society, who were often invisible or discriminated against.
When her son came out as gay at 17, Marta realised that this was not a lifestyle choice but an acknowledgement of who he really was.
In her own words:
"While my son was navigating this tidal shift in his life, I too had to spend a period of time learning and accepting the challenges my son faced today and in the future through prejudice and discrimination.
"All in all, life’s journey has taught me that it is not about wanting to be something or someone else to fit in, it is about acknowledging who we really are and being who we have been created to be."
#CelebrateYourself #CIPride23
Photography: @p_i_n_h_o_l_e
Creative Direction: @katie.killip at @mantrabrandhouse
Today`s #CIPride23 star is Marta!
An ally and volunteer for Liberate in Jersey, Marta was the daughter of immigrant parents, and understood the difficulties of facing racist attitudes from an early age.
As an adult, Marta pursued a career as a social worker and later a lay school Chaplin, working most closely with those at the margins of society, who were often invisible or discriminated against.
When her son came out as gay at 17, Marta realised that this was not a lifestyle choice but an acknowledgement of who he really was.
In her own words:
"While my son was navigating this tidal shift in his life, I too had to spend a period of time learning and accepting the challenges my son faced today and in the future through prejudice and discrimination.
"All in all, life’s journey has taught me that it is not about wanting to be something or someone else to fit in, it is about acknowledging who we really are and being who we have been created to be."
#CelebrateYourself #CIPride23
Photography: @p_i_n_h_o_l_e
Creative Direction: @katie.killip at @mantrabrandhouse
Just One Month To Go!
On Saturday 16th September, Channel Islands Pride will be painting the town with every colour of the rainbow as we return with the Pride Parade and Celebrations to St Helier, Jersey! And you`re invited to join us, for FREE!
For more details about the Parade, the Pride Village, the Main Stage and Cabaret Acts, and all the exciting events you can enjoy as part of the 2023 Pride Festival visit www.channelislandspride.org!
#CelebrateYourself #CIPride23
Photography: @p_i_n_h_o_l_e
Creative Direction: @katie.killip at @mantrabrandhouse
"The B is LGBTQ+ isn`t silent."
If you`ve watched Heartstopper or Red, White and Royal Blue over the last weeks then this phrase will resonate. But often Pride and LGBTQ+ campaigns can diminish or erase Bi issues and Bi messages when talking about the challenges faced by our community.
Some people flat out deny that bisexuality exists, or its "just a phase". This is nonsense. Bisexuality is a distinct identity and many in our community have attraction to more than one gender.
Bisexual erasure is a form of stigma. And stigma is bad for health. That goes for both mental and physical health. Evidence suggests that bisexual people have higher rates of anxiety and depression than straight, lesbian, or gay people. And bisexual erasure is a critical potential contributor to those mental health disparities.
This Pride, as we speak up for all the groups that form our fantastic Island community, let us ensure we speak loudly and powerfully for the Bisexual friends, colleagues and allies who have been part of the LGBTQ+ movement since the beginning!
#CelebrateYourself #CIPride23
Photography: @p_i_n_h_o_l_e
Creative Direction: @katie.killip at @mantrabrandhouse
Today`s `Advice to my younger self` comes from #CIPride23 ally Richard Nunn.
Richard and his wife Alice moved to Jersey to lead the Salvation Army six years ago, and have ensured that the organisation on Island has a strong link with Liberate and in fostering diversity, equality and inclusion.
We are so delighted that Richard, Alice and the Salvation Army in Jersey support Pride, having marched in previous Parades and hosted the tea room at Pride 22!
Richard and Alice`s message of love, support and welcome should be an inspiration to others in organisations worldwide.
#CelebrateYourself #CIPride23
YOU are welcome at #CIPride23!
It doesn`t matter your sexuality, your gender, your age, race, ability, religion or background. Our celebration of equality and diversity is for all of our Channel Island community and visitors!
On Saturday 16th September join us for the Pride Parade and Celebrations for FREE! We can`t wait to see you there!
#CelebrateYourself
Never be sorry for who you love and for celebrating that love!
Today`s Pride stars are the perfect demonstration of love and partnership working together to produce something amazing! Meet wife and wife team Natalie and Megan Langlois aka @pretty_vegas_jersey!
This duo perform around Jersey, in the UK and Ireland in pubs, at weddings, birthdays, work events, and Christenings. Megan is an established singer-songwriter and has recently performed her original songs on stage at Glastonbury! We`re also hugely lucky to have Nat as part of the @channelislandspride team, working to deliver the 2023 Festival!
#CelebrateYourself #CIPride23
Photography: @p_i_n_h_o_l_e
Creative Direction: @katie.killip at @mantrabrandhouse
Always Be Proud. Always Be You.
It`s a message we sometimes forget. But when we do, it`s helpful to be buoyed by the words and insight of others, like today`s inspirational #CelebrateYourself model Sam Pearce!
Sam is a bisexual transmasculine non-binary person who uses ‘they’ and ‘he’ pronouns. Sam explained in their own words why being part of the #CIPride23 campaign was important to them:
"Being approached to become involved with this project was amazing. When speaking to the photographer, I mentioned my love of swimming and we decided it would be a great topic to explore.
For a lot of trans people, swimming in public is difficult if not outright impossible; our appearances are under a lot of scrutiny at the best of times, let alone when we’re dressed in skin-tight swimwear. Every time I go for a swim, I must make the conscious choice to embrace my differences and not allow anyone else’s opinions to stop me. I am allowed to take up space in the world, no matter how I present.
I hope that these photos will inspire you to do the things you love, no matter what people say."
Photography: @p_i_n_h_o_l_e
Creative Direction: @katie.killip at @mantrabrandhouse
Introducing our second stunning celebrity DJ at the Official Channel Islands Pride 2023 Afterparty at @thedriftjersey, in partnership with @3rdaboveent!
It`s the amazing Una Healey of The Saturdays!!
We just can`t get enough of her music, and we`re so excited to welcome Una to Jersey and the #CIPride23 celebrations!
Early Bird tickets are now on sale at £20 for the next 48 hours. So snap them up, and party into the early hours!
Tickets: http://channelislandspride.eventbrite.com
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
Announcing the final event in our #CIPride23 Pride Festival lineup!
Kick off a long weekend of music the right way with our Sunset Dance Party at @cesoirjersey on Thursday 14th September.
Featuring some of the best local DJs, including C Phonics, Inks, DJ Seany and Larkin, and Beau, this promises to be the ideal way to get into the Pride mood.
Tickets are only £10, and available from http://channelislandspride.eventbrite.com
#CIPride23 #CelebrateYourself
Today, as we countdown to #CIPride23 and ask you to #CelebrateYourself, our Pride star is James Thompson! @james__jersey
James is a phenomenal photographer, blogger and the current Chair of Liberate in Jersey, supporting the team in advocating for equality regardless of sexuality, gender, race or disability! In his own words:
"I wanted to be part of this project as having a disability is relatively new to me. It affected my confidence and at times left me feeling different. Being photographed was a way of challenging myself and building my confidence. I’m pleased to say it did. It seemed appropriate for pride, feeling proud of who I am."
#CelebrateYourself #CIPride23
Photography: @p_i_n_h_o_l_e
Creative Direction: @katie.killip at @mantrabrandhouse
Today`s Channel Islands Pride star is the stunning @magical_miley, one of Jersey`s growing Haus of Drag Queens from @flairentertainment, who will be providing entertainment on our new Cabaret Stage!
Not only is Miley looking fierce, but she is werking her style in @cicoop Grand Marche! The Channel Islands Co-Operative Society have supported C.I. Pride since our first event in 2015, and we`re proud to have them as our Founding Sponsor!
#CelebrateYourself #CIPride23
Photography: @p_i_n_h_o_l_e
Creative Direction: @katie.killip at @mantrabrandhouse
Today`s Channel Islands Pride star is the stunning @magical_miley, one of Jersey`s growing Haus of Drag Queens from @flairentertainment, who will be providing entertainment on our new Cabaret Stage!
Not only is Miley looking fierce, but she is werking her style in @cicoop Grand Marche! The Channel Islands Co-Operative Society have supported C.I. Pride since our first event in 2015, and we`re proud to have them as our Founding Sponsor!
#CelebrateYourself #CIPride23
Photography: @p_i_n_h_o_l_e
Creative Direction: @katie.killip at @mantrabrandhouse
