In the spirit of Pride Month, we caught up with Petra Harmer-Shrowder, from PH Celebrants in Melbourne, to learn how wedding businesses can be more inclusive of LGBTQIA+ couples.
It was around the time of Mardi Gras when Petra moved to Sydney after living in the Middle East for many years. She recalls that life transition as an incredibly wonderful experience, living in a society that celebrated the LGBTQIA+ community, rather than suppressing it.
That’s very on-brand for Petra, who describes herself as a celebrant who embraces all aspects of life and all aspects of people.
“I’m an adventure celebrant and I’m very inclusive. I specialise in doing things a little bit differently. I specialise in offering LGBTQIA+ weddings, for me, this is something very close to my heart.
Petra simply loves love and making people happy. That’s why she became a marriage celebrant.
“I love bringing a little joy …