Pride Month, sometimes specified as LGBTQ Pride Month, is a month-long observance dedicated to the celebration of LGBTQ pride, commemorating the contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) culture and community.
In most countries Pride Month is observed in June as it coincides with the anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall riots, a series of gay liberation protests that many judge began the struggle for LGBTQ+ rights in the US and across the world.
In the MKP UK&I community Pride is a month for us to reflect on the struggles of those in our community who identify as GBTQ+ and their contributions at lots of different levels our community.
We’re also very proud of the following resources that we provide for GBTQ+ folks.
Rainbow Initiated Connection Circle (RICC) – takes place on the third Monday of each month between 7pm and 8:30pm. It’s a space where initiated GBTQ+ men can check-in and share what’s going on for them.
RICC is a facilitated drop-in space where you can sit with others like you and listen to them and share. We ask RICC attendees to make the following commitments during the session; Confidentiality and that you keep your camera on for the duration of the session.
Details about RICC are shared on the Rainbow Circle email list and on some of the newsletters. If you’d like further information, please contact the Centre Manager.
Rainbow Open Connection Circle (ROCC) – takes place on the fourth Monday of each month, once again between 7pm and 8:30pm. ROCC is also a space for GBTQ+ people to check-in with each other. It’s a space for GBTQ+ who want an introduction to what it’s like to sit in a circle with other GBTQ+ men.
Further details of ROCC are available on the regular MKP newsletters or from the Centre Manager.
NWTA for GBTQ+. Unlike the regular NWTAs, this training is specifically for people who identify as GBTQ+. Most initiates and staff are GBTQ+. It’s a good way to connect with others and to be of service.
The next NWTA for GBTQ+ is scheduled for - 24-26th October 2025, Sheffield, England.
NWTA Register GBTQ+ Gateway — The ManKind Project UK and Ireland
Other events – Members of the Rainbow Circle often organise events for others in the UK&I community or across Europe.
Events like the Rainbow Warrior Gathering are an opportunity to connect with other GBTQ+ men from many European Centres.
