Thousands of LGBTQIA+ community members celebrate start of Pride Month [Video]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – It was a day of celebration, reflection, love, and acceptance.

“That’s what the world is–we are a diverse world, we are a diverse city and why not be out here and support all types of individuals, and peoples, and cultures we are just happy to be out here and be a part of this,” said Neki Catron.

Thousands of people of different ages, races, and backgrounds came together embracing what makes them different.

Mid-South Pride, a community organization dedicated to creating a more inclusive and welcoming society, hosted the most colorful weekend in the city.

“It means a lot for me to be here – I came down from Indianapolis, but I lived in Memphis, and Memphis is the city I came out in–I became proud of who I really am – and so it’s so special to be able to celebrate Pride here,” said Abbie …