Pride Month, celebrated annually in June, commemorates the Stonewall Riots of 1969 and honors the contributions of the LGBTQ+ community. It's a time to celebrate LGBTQ+ culture, history, and resilience, as well as a reminder to continue advocating for equality and inclusion. 

Here's a more detailed look:

• Commemoration of Stonewall:

  The Stonewall Riots, which took place on June 28, 1969, in New York City, are seen as a pivotal moment in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. 

• Celebrating LGBTQ+ Culture:

  Pride Month is a time to celebrate the diversity of the LGBTQ+ community, including its history, art, music, and literature. 

• Advocating for Equality:

  It serves as a platform to raise awareness about LGBTQ+ issues and advocate for equal rights and protections. 

• Fostering Community:

  Pride Month is also a time for LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies to come together and build community. 

• Recognizing Contributions:

  The month recognizes the contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals to history, culture, and society.