LGBT History Month is a celebration of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of gay rights and related civil rights movements. Police forces throughout Wales are strong supporters of the LGBT community and have come together to promote the amazing work being done across Wales.
Through a collaborative video made with all four Welsh forces, it will show representatives from the forces pledging and reaffirming the support for the LGBT community. The theme of this year’s celebration is religion, belief and philosophy.
Chief Constable for Gwent Police, Jeff Farrar said:
“The celebrations run for the entire of February and will shine a light on the amazing work being carried out to challenge, celebrate and educate.
“For the month, police forces across Wales and the UK will be promoting messages of inclusivity and togetherness.”
Chief Constable for Dyfed Police, Simon Prince said:
“During LGBT History Month, we would like to support faith groups who want to engage with their local LGBT communities and their Neighbourhood Policing Teams.”
Deputy Chief Constable for North Wales Police , Gareth Pritchard said:
“It’s encouraging and reassuring to see the LGBT network continuing to go from strength to strength and the LGBT History Month is a perfect opportunity to celebrate the history of gay rights and promote messages of inclusivity and togetherness. By all working together we can truly celebrate the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals.”
Assistant Chief Constable for South Wales Police, Richard Lewis said:
“ Within all Welsh forces, there is huge pride in the diverse community we have and serve. LGBT History Month showcases the amazing work being done within the police to ensure that the rights of the LGBT community are upheld and improved.
“Throughout the year, through various events, such as Pride Cymru, police forces across Wales are champions for the LGBT community.
“The theme of this year’s History Month tackles the confusion between religion, belief and philosophy and the LGBT community.”
NPCC Lead for Diversity in Wales, Deputy Chief Constable Liane James said:
“As the LGBT History Month comes to an end it doesn’t mean the way in which police forces celebrate the LGBT community changes. Every day police forces fight to ensure that the rights of all are upheld. “
As part the campaign another video has been produced for officers and staff to celebrate the month.
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