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Jerusalem's March for Pride and Tolerance Takes New Route to Knesset
Jerusalem's 24th March for Pride and Tolerance begins with new route toward Knesset
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The 24th Jerusalem March for Pride and Tolerance commenced with a new route leading to the Knesset, emphasizing calls for legislative changes for Israel's LGBTQ+ community. The march, organized by the Jerusalem Open House, aims to highlight the need for actionable equality in society.
- 01The march began from Sacher Park and will proceed to the Rose Garden, passing significant landmarks like the Supreme Court.
- 02This year's slogan is 'Demanding Change', focusing on the need for legislative reforms for the LGBTQ+ community.
- 03Around 2,000 police officers and volunteers have been deployed to ensure safety and order during the event.
- 04Key speakers include notable activists and public figures, including Opposition Leader Yair Lapid.
- 05The march is part of broader Pride Month celebrations in Israel, which includes the largest LGBTQ+ festival in the Middle East at the Dead Sea.
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The 24th Jerusalem March for Pride and Tolerance commenced on Thursday, featuring a new route leading towards the Knesset. Announced earlier in the week by the Jerusalem Open House for Pride and Tolerance, the march aims to advocate for changes in public discourse and legislation benefiting Israel's LGBTQ+ community. Under the slogan 'Demanding Change', the march began at Sacher Park and will conclude at the Rose Garden, highlighting the need for actionable equality from decision-makers. Key figures, including Jerusalem activist Nadav Schwartz and trans activist Nina Halevi, will address participants at the closing rally. Approximately 2,000 police officers and volunteers are present to maintain order and ensure safety during the event. This march is part of a larger celebration of Pride Month in Israel, which includes various events across the country, notably the upcoming Pride Land festival at the Dead Sea, touted as the largest LGBTQ+ festival in the Middle East.
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The march aims to influence public policy and legislative changes for the LGBTQ+ community in Israel.
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