A curated register of quotes from under-represented voices.

“ Equality is intersectional and gives everyone freedom to be ourselves safely. ”

— Lila Schallert-Wygal

“ Including me is about challenging the structures that got us all around the table. ”

— Dr J Harrison

“ For me it [Pride] means that we can't take our accomplishments for granted. ”

— Susana Santos

“ We have to recognize the disparity around the globe that LGBTQIA+ people experience when it comes to existing as themselves. ”

— Ben Caunt, 2022

“ As someone whose human rights are under debate, it is scary at the moment. ”

— Dr J Harrison

“ We are stronger when we are together. ”

— Marta Diaz, 2022

“ The LGBTQIA+ experiences across the world are as diverse as the LGBTQIA+ community itself. ”

— Karthik Darmasetti

“ Bravery, not perfection, gives us permission to be ourselves. ”

— Reshma Saujani, 2016

“ It's important to make sure the people building software for our clients are representative of the people using it because they will more likely know what the users are going to ultimately need. ”

— Amy Lynch, 2018

“ If it wasn't for the Live Caption feature, I don't think our relationship would have blossomed. ”

— Matthew Johnston

“ Equality for LGBTQIA+ folks in Thailand means 'legal equality.' ”

— Cyndy Bangsalee, 2022

“ I am lucky. I bring the voice of someone who has survived against the odds. ”

— Dr J Harrison

“ We're proud of what we've achieved but recognise that gender is the tip of the iceberg. ”

— Amy Lynch, 2018

“ It means that we still have much ground to cover in order to have equality. There are laws to be made, culture to be changed and prejudice and stereotypes to be deconstructed. ”

— Gabi Andrade, 2022

“ The most dangerous phrase in the language is, 'We've always done it this way.' ”

— Grace Hopper, 1976

“ A ship in port is safe, but that is not what ships are for. Sail out to sea and do new things. ”

— Grace Hopper

“ I am a feminist. I have always been a feminist. ”

— Marta Diaz, 2022

“ Technology keeps improving my independence and quality of life. ”

— Matthew Johnston

“ I want to reframe the narrative for the industry and allow everyone to express themselves authentically. ”

— Beckie Taylor

“ Many of us can sashay through swung open doors of acceptance and opportunity with grace and ease: doors pried open with the blood, sweat and tears of those before us. ”

— Frank Reta, 2022

“ I believe in embracing my vulnerability to inspire and impact others. ”

— Beckie Taylor