More work needed to support Windsor’s 2SLGBTQIA+ community, advocate says
In recognition of the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, Windsor-Essex Pride Fest held a community event on Saturday evening.
The event held at JJ’s Roadhouse featured a roundtable discussion, followed by an artistic showcase.
“We come together as a community and tell our stories and support each other through that,” said Mel Lucier, a founding member of Windsor-Essex Pride Fest.
Advocates for the 2SLGBTQIA+ spoke about their experiences coming out and facing challenges with their sexuality.
Lucier noted in can be “discouraging” for people who feel they’re suffering alone.
“When you come together and you find out everybody kind of has the same struggle and then how everybody overcame it, we there’s strength in that,” she said.
Lucier acknowledged Windsor still has significant steps to take towards supporting members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. While there has been progress, she said there remains a need for greater inclusivity.
“What we need to do is always have our eyes and ears open to people that are being abused or excluded in our society,” Lucier said.
Regardless of sexuality, Lucier added there’s a need in the community to be more supportive regardless of the circumstances.
