A Rainbow in the Village (2021)

This summary outlines a notable moment captured in an audio recording titled "A Rainbow in the Village (2021)" featuring Pat McIntosh and Val Little from Paekākāriki Pride Inc. The conversation, conducted by interviewer Gareth Watkins, focuses on the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic on Pride 2021 events, particularly in the small New Zealand village of Paekākāriki. Instead of cancelling Pride due to the pandemic, the community adapted by turning to a beautification project where villagers were encouraged to display rainbow colors on their properties as a show of LGBTQ+ pride.

Throughout the interview, the speakers contemplate the importance of maintaining Pride's spirit amidst adversity. They discuss how local businesses, such as Finns, embraced the initiative by decorating spaces and offering rainbow-themed items for sale. The village’s community spirit is evident as local venues adopted the progressive pride flag, signaling inclusivity and support for LGBTQ+ individuals.

Notably, the interview touches on plans for the fifth anniversary of the event. There are aspirations to incorporate beautification elements and street art legally within the village, making it a hallmark of the community's identity.

Additionally, the speakers share how COVID-19 compelled them to rethink traditional Pride celebrations and instead initiate alternative activities like small gatherings that adhere to pandemic safety guidelines. Highlighted within the conversation is a planned queer-friendly vaccination event, illustrating how the community's solidarity extends to health care inclusivity. The project, termed "prick for pride" or "fab jab," aims to assist those in the LGBTQ+ community who might otherwise feel unsafe or uncomfortable accessing vaccinations in standard clinical environments.

The interview concludes with a symbolic mini, unofficial pride parade across the village's pedestrian crossing, dubbed the "world's shortest pride parade," despite not being officially recognized. The spontaneous nature of the parade reflects the community's determination to maintain visibility and joy despite the limitations imposed by the pandemic.

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Janet Holborow Pat McIntosh Val Little

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