WALK WITH PRIDE: Photos from CSD parades in Eastern Europe and Asia on display

WALK WITH PRIDE: Photos from CSD parades in Eastern Europe and Asia on display

The exhibition “WALK WITH PRIDE” is currently being presented at the Eberswalde city campus, which impressively shows the voices and faces of people fighting for their rights. The works of photographer Charles Meacham, who captured the CSD parades in Eastern Europe and Asia, can be seen in the foyer of House 1 until September 9, 2025. The exhibition is open from Monday to Friday, between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The show was made possible by the State Coordination Office for Queer Brandenburg and celebrated its opening on June 17th by Jirka Witschak and Maria Seidel. At a time when the topic of acceptance and equality is on everyone's lips, the exhibition offers a valuable platform for dialogue.

What does the exhibition represent? The photographs not only document the parades that take place annually around the world and commemorate the uprisings of homosexuals against police arbitrariness in 1969, but also illuminate the challenges that participants have to face in many regions. These people often risk their health and lives to fight for equality and acceptance. The works shown include recordings of CSD parades and violent counter-events from 2010 in countries such as Poland, Romania and Russia, but also colorful moments in Great Britain, Taiwan and the Philippines.

The roots of the CSD

Christopher Street Day (CSD) has a long history and is not only a celebration, but also a political issue. Originally launched on June 28, 1969, when queer activists in New York stood up against discrimination and police violence, the CSD has developed into an important symbol of equality and diversity. Today millions of people around the world celebrate this day and fight for their rights. In Germany, the first CSD took place in Berlin in 1979 - since then there have been numerous parades in many cities.

The CSD stands for much more than just a colorful parade. It is a manifestation of the rights of the LGBTQ+ community and a reminder of the battles that have already been fought. These parades are about the tireless fight against discrimination and the acceptance of diversity. In many regions, participants have to risk their safety to be heard. Meacham's photographs of exhibited works support these important themes and powerfully illustrate the globality of solidarity and resistance.

A look into the future

The exhibition “WALK WITH PRIDE” is not only a homage to the past and present CSD history, but also a call to continue to actively support the issues of the LGBTQ+ movement. Whether by participating in events or having conversations in everyday life - everyone can do their part to further promote acceptance and equality. Meet in Eberswalde and be inspired by the touching photographs and the stories they tell.

For further information about the exhibition, contact Katte e. V. on the telephone number 0331 237 009 70 or visit the website [queeres-brandenburg.info](http://www.queeres-brandenburg.info/index.php/aktionsplan/ exhibitionen/23-walk-with-pride-charles-meacham). You can also find additional information and background information on this important topic at [barnim-aktuell.de](https://barnim-aktuell.de/walk-with-pride- exhibition-eroeffnet/) and bdsensation.de.