Following reports last week of a ‘hostile environment’ and ‘racism and bullying’ at the top of Pride in London – the organisation responsible for hosting the UK’s largest Pride celebrations – five of its directors have now resigned.
In a statement, published via their social media, it was announced “To address this challenging generational moment, five directors have resigned.”
A statement from Pride in London on significant changes to its structure and leadershiphttps://t.co/bsCvIQiPBo
— Pride in London (@PrideInLondon) March 19, 2021
“In response to recent critical media coverage and feedback received from former volunteers and the LGBT+ community on the urgent need for Pride in London to create a more inclusive environment, which centres black volunteers, people of colour and other marginalised community groups, the London LGBT Community Pride CIC (“Pride in London) board is announcing immediate and significant changes to its structure and leadership,” the statement reads.
“To address this challenging generational moment, five directors have resigned, including both co-chairs Michael Salter-Church and Alison Camps, with immediate effect. They will be supporting a smooth handover of their knowledge to the remaining Directors.
“All wish to put on record their thanks to LGBT+ communities for the opportunity and honour of serving as volunteers, to wish the new leadership team every success and to reaffirm their commitment to hearing and standing with marginalised communities.”
The announcement comes shortly after news last week that the entire community advisory board hand quit following the resignation of Director of Communications, Rhammel Afflick.
Pride in London kicks off the weekend of 11th Sept 2021.
We've got that #FridayFeeling AND the news you've all been waiting for… 😉 WE'RE BACK❗
— Pride in London (@PrideInLondon) February 26, 2021
Pride in London will return on the weekend of 11th Sept 2021 – stay tuned for more details on what the event will look like and how to get involved. We CANNOT wait to see you all! 🥰🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ pic.twitter.com/3Xeo8E6uK8