Sponsoring Stockport Pride

We were so proud to be this year’s Headline Sponsor of Stockport Pride! Around 25 staff and people we support from across Greater Manchester and Warrington came together last Sunday for a fabulous day filled with joy and unity.

We had a great time leading the parade across the town centre and manning our stall to showcase the creativity and talent of the people we support, as well as give away some merch goodies.

Carolyn who attends our Creative Together centre in Manchester wrote a fantastic poem in celebration of the meaning of Pride. “It’s special to see people be themselves,” said Carolyn. “I’ve enjoyed spending time with everyone and getting to know them better, and I love the atmosphere.”

L-R Carolyn, Chris and Sara from Creative Together

Sara, who also attends the Creative Together centre, said “Pride means being strong in yourself and other people. I love coming to Creative Support events with my friends, and I love being able to help the LGBTQ+ community. Pride makes me feel alive.”

An individual we support in Tameside last visited Stockport Pride 10 years ago, and they were so excited to make their return. “This is probably the 9^th Pride I’ve been to, and I’m going to go to as many as I can this year,” they said.