Earlier this month, J.K. Rowling published a new essay on her website, restating her long-held views on trans rights — describing modern trans activism as “elitist to its core” and confirming she will not change her position despite six years of public pushback. We believe it is important to address these claims clearly and compassionately: […]
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We are thrilled to announce that the GYWPride shop is officially live and ready for you! Every purchase directly supports our community and helps us keep Pride accessible, inclusive, and growing right here in Great Yarmouth and Waveney. We are proud to have partnered with Retro Activewear, a local print on demand company, to bring […]
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE GREAT YARMOUTH & WAVENEY PRIDE CELEBRATES SELL-OUT “CAMPING IT UP BY THE COAST” ADULT ONLY FUNDRAISER AT THE ICE HOUSE GREAT YARMOUTH — Great Yarmouth and Waveney Pride is thrilled to announce the roaring success of its recent Pride Fundraiser, “Camping it up by the Coast,” which saw a packed house gather […]
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Scroll through social media in June, and you’ll see colours everywhere. They’re on shop windows, brand logos, drink cans, and festival posters. You’ll see parades full of music, glitter, laughter, and joy. And every single year, without fail, the same question pops up in comments sections, conversations, and debates right across the UK: “Why do […]
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I am 19 years old, a student at the University of East Anglia, and I know exactly who I am. I am a woman, I am a lesbian, and I dress in men’s clothing simply because it feels right to me — it’s comfortable, practical, and it’s how I choose to present myself. I have […]
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I came to England when I was 18 years old to find a safe life. In my home country of Yemen, being gay is illegal. I saw my own brother executed for who he was when I was young. I knew that if I stayed, I would face the same threat of death. Now, I […]
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It’s never too late to embrace your true self and find love, and one man’s powerful story reminds us of just that. He’s an 70-year-old bisexual man who lived through the darkest days of the AIDS crisis, a time when a positive diagnosis was a death sentence. Understandably, he felt compelled to suppress his true […]
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Great Yarmouth & Waveney Pride Receives National Lottery Community Grant – May 30, 2025 Great Yarmouth & Waveney Pride is absolutely thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a significant grant from The National Lottery Community Fund, specifically from the Lotto Community Grant stream. This vital funding will play a pivotal […]
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The Out There Festival 2025 will be transforming the streets and outdoor spaces of Great Yarmouth from May 28th to May 31st, 2025. If you’ve never experienced it, prepare to be amazed! Out There Arts, the brilliant minds behind this awe-inspiring spectacle, are renowned for their incredible street performances, dazzling artistry, and unforgettable atmosphere. This […]
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Hey GYWPride family! Today, I want to talk about something incredibly important, something that often gets lost in the noise of current debates, but holds a profound lesson for us all: the history of “gender critical” ideology. You hear the term “gender critical” a lot these days, often presented as a new, progressive stance. But […]
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