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Did you know that Pride celebrations began with a protest? The famous Stonewall Riots, which inspired Pride, were held in New York in 1969. But where was the first official Pride march held outside the U.S. in 1972?
London, UK
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Black History Month is celebrated at different times around the world. While it’s in February in the U.S., which month is it celebrated in the UK and Ireland?
October
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The Amritsar massacre in 1919 was a pivotal event in South Asian history. In which country did this take place?
India
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Japan’s Hanami festival celebrates the blooming of which iconic flower?
Cherry Blossoms
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Bollywood is famous worldwide, but which South Asian country has its own thriving “Lollywood” film industry?
Pakistan
200
Pride flags have evolved over time! While the rainbow flag is widely recognized, the original flag had eight colors. Can you name one of the two colors that were later removed?
Hot pink and turquoise.
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South Africa is known for its diversity and has 11 official languages. What is the nickname given to the country because of its multiculturalism?
The “Rainbow Nation.”
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Turkey hosts a popular festival every April dedicated to celebrating cultural diversity through dance and music. What is this festival called?
International Istanbul Tulip Festival
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Which Asian country has a “Hangeul Day” to celebrate its unique written language, highlighting the importance of cultural identity and diversity in language?
South Korea
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In which European country was the “Equal Pay Day” concept started, marking the day women essentially start working “for free” due to the gender pay gap?
Belgium
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Which city attracts millions of people every year and holds Guiness World Record for the Largest Pride Parade?
Sao Paulo, Brazil
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The first African country to gain independence from colonial rule in 1957 sparked inspiration across the continent. Which country was it?
Ghana
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Which North African country celebrates Amazigh (Berber) New Year, known as Yennayer, honoring the cultural heritage of its indigenous people?
Algeria
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Which small Buddhist country celebrates Tsechu, a dance festival honoring Guru Rinpoche, each year in vibrant costumes and masks?
Bhutan
300
Who was the first South Asian woman to win a Booker Prize for her novel “The God of Small Things” in 1997?
Arundhati Roy
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In 2022, this European city became the first to host a Pride event in the European Parliament. Which city was it?
Strasbourg, France
400
In South Africa, the Sharpeville Massacre in 1960 was a turning point in the fight against apartheid. What day is celebrated as “Human Rights Day” to commemorate this event?
March 21st.
400
What unique type of Pride parade is Amsterdam known for?
Canal Parade.
400
Kazakhstan is known for its rich blend of cultures and ethnic diversity. What traditional event, marking the start of spring and celebrated by multiple ethnic groups, helps promote inclusivity?
Nauryz (or Nowruz).
400
Which was the first country to pass legislation for equal pay for women, as early as 1972.
New Zealand
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Pride month is celebrated in June in many countries, but not everywhere. In what month is Pride celebrated in Australia, and why?
February, to align with Sydney’s Mardi Gras and the summer season in Australia.
500
Who was the first Black person to win the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1986? (Hint: This person is from Nigeria.)
Wole Soyinka
Recognized for his "wide cultural perspective and poetic overtones" in his work. Soyinka is also a dedicated activist who has been imprisoned and exiled due to his outspoken opposition to oppressive regimes, particularly during Nigeria's periods of military dictatorship.
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In Azerbaijan, which dance, known for its vibrant attire and high energy, is celebrated as a way of connecting with cultural roots, particularly during festivals?
The Yalli dance.
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In which city in Hong Kong are “ethnic minority rights” widely promoted, including support centers for migrant workers and their families, aiming to create a more inclusive society?
Kowloon
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Which Asian country was the first to pass a law banning workplace discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals?
Taiwan