Monday, November 30, 2009

Whats to expect on Dec5, Manila Pride March Day

Whats to expect on Dec5, Manila Pride March Day:

Hello all! Just sending you some notes on the 2009 Manila Pride March from Task Force Pride (TFP) Philippines.

PRIDE MARCH

1. What is a Pride March?
Pride Marches worldwide celebrate the courage, solidarity, resilience and contribution of gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans and queer people. The Pride March is a collective action of the LGBT community to express its concern over human rights issues affecting the community, including homophobia and discrimination.

2. What is going to happen?
On December 5:
3pm - Registration/Walk-in (Remedios Circle)
5pm - Parade/March (Down Remedios St., Right Roxas Blvd., Right Pedro Gil Ave., Right Taft Ave., Right Nakpil St., Orosa – End)
7 pm- Candle lighting ceremony / Program / Pageant / Party

3. What if it rains?
We will march rain or shine. Be a girl/boy scout. Just be prepared and bring a colorful umbrella.

4. Why should I be part of the PRIDE MARCH?
It feels great to be out and proud to be surrounded by those who believe in the same causes. Taking to the street is a buzz. Once you’re part of a Pride March, you’ll be hooked on this special experience. It gives you a chance to be part of the LGBT community's action to promote freedom and human rights. It gives you a chance to care and help fellow LGBTs who are discriminated and abused."

5. Do I have to pay anything to march?
There is no registration fee. However, if people are able, we do suggest a donation of Php 50 for individuals; Php 200 for not-for-profit organizations; and Php 500 for for-profit organizations. Proceeds will be used to defraying the expenses used to organize the pride march.

Participants

1. If my org doesn't attend any preparation meetings can I and/or my organization still march?
Yes. Just show up at 3 pm at Remedios Circle and check-in at the registration booth.

2. Who can join the pride march?
Everyone can join the pride march including but not limited to the following:
- Individuals without organizations (you will be marching underreme the banner of Task Force Pride or join any group)
- Both LGBT and non-LGBT Organizations
- Parents, Friends and Pets
- LGBT individuals and non-LGBT individuals

3. Can I bring my friends?
Yes bring as many as you like.

4. Do I have to be out to march?
No. You may bring a mask or disguise as needed to take part of activities

Preparation

1. Is the color coordination a requirement? Why do we need colors?
Clothing Color coordination is only a guideline (not a policy) to show some level of organization and consistency of groups. You as an organization or individual can actually come as you are to march.

This is optional but for the TEAM PILIPINAS Delegation, our color is purple/violet. Feel free to wear or bring anything purple or violet.

2. What do we need to bring to the march?
Bring comfortable clothes for walking, candles for the candle light ceremony, placards, sound makers, lights, water and a whole lot of pride and voice!

Please note that TEAM PILIPINAS is bringing a long rainbow flag. Anyone from the TEAM PILIPINAS Delegation can carry the flag however, if you want your names mentioned and listed as the Official TEAM PILIPINAS Rainbow Flag Bearers for 2009, please contact http://www.facebook.com/l/aa133;teampilipinas.org@gmail.com for more details.

Maraming salamat mga kapatid!

Bruce Amoroto
President-Coordinator, TEAM PILIPINAS

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