Evolve, MAP's group for trans, non-binary and gender-questioning young people is leading the march at Norwich Pride this year! Keep reading to find out how young people feel about leading the march, and where you can find us at Pride.
This month, MAP has been doing loads to celebrate and educate while we get ready for Norfolk's biggest pride on 30th July. We went into schools and spoke about the importance of pride, and encouraged young people to express themselves by colouring in Norwich Pride Schools Week's stunning posters.
We've also got lots of groups who do work relating to LGBT+ issues all year round including the Young Activist Network, Youth Advisory Boards and of course Evolve who are MAP's group for young trans, non-binary, and gender questioning young people.
The Youth Advisory Boards support work all over Norfolk to meet the needs of young people in their area. We're delighted to announce that the North Norfolk Youth Advisory Board has voted this week to fund ten schools around Norfolk to achieve the Norfolk LGBT+ Project's Educating With Pride award.
Find Us On The Day
During Norwich Pride on 30th July you'll be able to find us at the MAP stall in The Forum . We'll be there all day sharing information about our free, confidential services for young people aged 11-25 including advice, counselling and youth work. If you don't manage to catch us on the day, you can always drop in and see us at one of our drop-in centres. You can find details of how to drop in or get in touch here.
Meet The Young People Leading Norwich Pride
How do you feel about Evolve being asked to lead the march at Norwich Pride this year? 'Very happy! Really looking forward to it! It's lovely to feel this included.'
Why is it important that trans young people are leading the march at Norwich Pride? 'To show how inclusive we are of the T [in LGBT].'
Why is Pride important to you? 'To be seen and to be visible, and to be heard.'