Sligo Inclusive Pride

18/08/2023

LGBT+ community members and allies came together and stood strong against Andy Heasman and his Fascists, in the face of danger and some protestors facing assault. They managed to protest Andy's group in Carrick on Shannon with Leitrim Pride leitrimpride.

Following what took place we affirm what we have previously stated that this group poses as serious threat to the LGBT+ community in the North West. We will continue to work hard and develop improved strategies in the future to better address situations like this should they occur again.

We would like to thank everyone who attended, for your bravery in the face of danger and for protecting the NW and your community.

17/08/2023

Loving it xoxoxo 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Sligo Inclusive Pride held a protest rally outside the local General Post Office, bringing attention to issues the trans community is facing.

14/08/2023

It's officially happening, the fascists are arriving tomorrow in Carrick on Shannon and will be visiting the local library. If anyone wishes to come from Sligo please let us know if you need transport.

We are aiming to be in Carrick on Shannon no later than 11am and meeting with Leitrim Pride from there we will be taking their lead on how to approach the fascists.

12/08/2023

Update: Andy Heasman and his agitators. We have watched a recent video he has uploaded last night and confirmed his team plan to hit Athlone on the 12/08 at 10 - 11am. Heads up Mullingar Pride Athlone Library They are aware people are keeping track of them, including counter protestors who attended too early for their arrival in Athlone.

We again are asking to please urgently get in touch with Leitrim Pride and show your support as we need volunteers to protect Carrick on Shannon and the surrounding townland against this group of anti-trans activists.

They are also allied with Posie Parker* (an internationally known TERF) and very first counter protest, that current members of SIP attended in Belfast, February earlier this year. We are aware there is a child with their group too and they have been travelling and camping for several days now. Needless to say we are extremely concerned about their wellbeing being on a boat that has a leaking problem and in damp weather conditions. Their group has also admitted to using small townlands and villages across Ireland which are much more susceptible to misinformation due to their seclusion from larger towns and cities.

This is something that is going to be highlighted as a key issue with our community group following the AGM on how to address those in the LGBT+ community who live in more rural areas to help them get access to better resources.

Finally we have confirmation that Andy headbutt a tree.

11/08/2023

After investigating Andy Heasman and his far right agitators we concluded that he has been lying on his social media, he was in fact not finished up in Banagher as he hadn't made it to Banagher at all yet.

We roughly calculated the size of his boat and estimated he could maybe do a pitiful 8km/hr meaning it could take him 16 - 20 hours to get to Carrick on Shannon at his current pace.

To add too poor Andys problems we believe the river guard has closed the canal on him and is refusing to open it preventing him for getting to Athlone.

09/08/2023

Update: we have managed to identify the group responsible and those in charge of this far right agitation. For privacy reasons and to avoid compromising our spies we won't release which group is responsible until after finding out more about their schedule. Suffice to say we now have a gay sneaky in the enemies HQ

09/08/2023

It has come to our attention that a group of far right agitators are using the River Shannon heading north and stopping at local villages and towns. This group is currently protesting libraries, LGBT+ friendly businesses regarding lgbt books in their stock. Needless to say we rightfully condemn their fascistic behaviour.

We understand many of you may be exhausted from the weekend which is why we hate to ask but if anyone can please volunteer and support Leitrim Pride tomorrow between 9am - 2pm it would be greatly appreciated. We do not have an exact time when the fascists will be attending but will keep you posted.

Lastly, suffice to say if this group is arrogant enough to come to sligo we will be making every effort possible to protest Sligo Library and any business threatened by this group.

We're asking Leitrim County Council and Sligo County Council to please be vigilant and help provide any Gardaí coverage they can so our community can be protected.

[Photo Description: small galley looks like a viking boat with three people on board next to a bridge in a river. Shields painted green and white. Irish flags used on mast. Post says: "All done in Banagher now and onto next town Athlone now. # sovereignvoyage # protectchildhood 12.39pm, 9th of August 2023]

08/08/2023

Today, the 8th of August, marks Neuro Pride Day.
Pride Ireland has been celebrating this with their own festival of events.
Today at 5pm they are having a soapbox session where our own Pippa Black and the incomparable (among others, many on the theme of trans rights and LGBTQUIA+ rights) will be delivering 5 minute soapbox speeches.
It's not too late to sign up to join in the fun. The soapbox sessions are open to people of all neurotypes. You can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/neuro-pride-ireland-festival-2023-tickets-627634480627

Image description: Sligo Inclusive Pride logo with the text "Sligo Inclusive Pride wishes you a happy Neuro Pride Day."

08/08/2023

Céad míle buíochas to everyone who turned out to support our Trans Heathcare and Civil Rights Protest yesterday. What a fantastic way to cap off a weekend of amazing events. Here is chief organiser, Harper, doing a sound check before we kicked off. More photos and video to follow.

Image Description: Harper stands outside the Sligo GPO. Behing her an antifascist and n equality flag are visible. A rainbvow pride flag is blowing in from the left. Across the railing in fron of here is a genderfluid flag, an Irish tricolour, a trans flag on a tall pole, a nonbinary flag, a progress flag that includes the intersex symbol and an "Equality" flag with the word Equality wher the E includes and equals sign, the Q incorporates a wheelchair symbol, the A is an LGBTQUIAP+ Allies symbol, The L incouporates a Black Lives Matter fist and the the T is a pink female symbol.

07/08/2023

To all who survived the weekend, we salut you. Today, it's the moment you've all been waiting for, a time to end on an important note, about the struggles our community continues to face. We're toning it down, taking it seriously. This is because so far this year we have had several protests on the current state of Trans healthcare in this country and yet no word has come out from the government on their plans to change things, to improve things. While thousands of lives suffers.
Please meet us from 5pm at the Sligo post office, GPO and speak your mind, we hope to have a fantastic turn out and then a pizza party at Swagman afterwards as a big final "woooh" and rest for the long weekend we have had, well done everyone!

06/08/2023

Are you dying, *hands you another almond milk foamed macchiatto* come on round two! We're starting today with a few pints in Furey's Pub to catch up with the survivors then making our way back over to Sligo Whiplash again for one more round of it!

Let's Rock N Roll!!!

06/08/2023

Big thank you to Serious Business for facilitating us yesterday. It's always a great space to hang out. We played the loooongest game of Pugs in Mugs yesterday because we kept chatting and then few rounds of Similo to round off our 4 hour session.

05/08/2023

Raaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaawwr *aggressively headbangs* It's WHIPLASH. Come meet us at Anderson's Bar and Grill from 8.30pm and tickets on sale from 9pm to a seriously thrashing time!!

Don't forget: Bring your own ticket!! Prices are cheaper online but can be bought on the day too. Merch is available like Tshirts and Badges, and we can provide earbuds to anyone who need's them!

After we're done dying we will likely split off and scout out a chipper just a heads up too!



(Image description: Poster for Whiplash event. Features main Sligo Whiplash Poster Metalfest 2023, which lists the Bands for Sat 5th Aug (Pantéire, Túsk, Cursed Sun, Bllod Soaked. 12 guage Outrage) and Sun 6th Aug (Metalmania, Puresonic Outcasts, Ren Marabou and the Bezerkers,The Magnapinna) and details: sligowhiplash.com Andersons, Sligo. Weekend Tickets Eventbrite.ie €26.50 / €15 pre night (on door). Main poster text reads: Sligo Inclusive Pride, with Sligo Whiplash Fest 2023 Invites you to a weekend of metal in Anderson's Bar. Grab your ticket via sligowhiplash.com Saturday 5th 9pm - Monday 7th 2:30am)

05/08/2023

Beautiful weather this morning for our walk in Hazelwood.

05/08/2023

Great walk everyone!! If you'd like to get a bit of ruffage on your belly before Sligo Whiplash we're all heading for some incredible Taco's and Burrito's at Tuco's from 2pm to 4pm. We can't wait to see you also there!

ALSO reeeeeee!!!!

We are also hosting a games session in with our beloved Pippa from 4pm to 8pm And don't forget to check out our local LGBT+ shops in town for amazing merch

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05/08/2023

Beautiful day for it. Hazelwood Walk. We are assembling at the trail head I'm the car park. Look for the brollie.

05/08/2023

Pippa is opposite Ulster Bank getting told off by bus drivers who obviously don't understand what set down and pick up 20 mins means. Pippa will head up to Hazelwood at 9:40 and Harper will gather up any late comers. See soon!

05/08/2023

Céad míle buíochas to Poppy De Scrace and Victor Complex for freely giving their time and talents to entertain us last night. Also big thanks to Walker 1781 for the great terrace space, fantastic food and excellent service. We all had a ball! Video of Viktor caning it:

05/08/2023

Aw I need a good stretch and get all loosey goosey after last night, we hope you all got home safe if you were out and are ready for the wild sesh tonight. It's important we get that blood flowing (and burn off a few calories) with a nice trek in the forest!

Come join us from 9am at AIB Bank to head onto Hazelwood forest

05/08/2023

Hi everyone,

For those attending the walk tomorrow we recommend bringing an umbrella ☔️🌂 as it was rainy last night or a waterproof jacket and good shoes as the ground could be wet.

We should be wrapping up around 12pm and then burritos at 2pm. For anyone attending Sligo Whiplash we are going to try and meet inside the small pub area at the front of andersons if possible. That way everyone can line up together and nobody feels lost. Dont forget we also have a gaming night in Serious Business from 4pm for anyone who would prefer a chill night (or if youre brave you would have time to do all three!!)

We are also going to ask for a table and a few chairs to have a little pride corner so anyone feeling overwhelmed can find a buddy to watch drinks/get outside.

Even If you're not sensitive hearing we do still recommend ear plugs. The venue is incredibly loud and we will prove buds to anyone who needs them as well.

If at any point anyone feels uncomfortable in the crowd or has anything said to them do not hesitate to reach out to Harper or Pippa for help. We will report any misbehavior to the organisers for you!

Whether you join us to tomorrow or check out some of the amazing pride events happening in town this weekend we seriously wish you a fun time and hope you enjoy your stay in the lovely North West

Xoxoxo 🤘🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🌯🌳

04/08/2023

Wooop it's cocktails and disgraceful showcasing of the human body how unkempt! Hush, it's Poppy and Viktor of course coming at you live today from 7pm, holy cow that's really soon!!



(Image description: Poster for Sligo Inclusive Pride's drag & cocktail evening, on a black starry background. A photo of the 2 performers is in the middle. Poppy the drag queen is on the left, with short green hair, black & pink top and rainbow tulle skirt. Beside them is Viktor the drag king, on the right. He's in a cowboy hat, ginger hair, leather jacket & snakeskin style pants, and they're holding a cane. Text reads: "Drag & Cocktails. 7pm - Friday Aug 4th - Walker 1781, Sligo. Hosted by Poppy De Scrace & Viktor Complex")

04/08/2023

This Monday (7th) 5pm, outside the Sligo GPO:

"Pride, Protest!
Pride, Protest!
Pride, Pizza!"

"What do we want? Trans Healthcare
When do we want it? Now!
What do we want? Post Protest Pizza!
When do we want it? After the Protest!"

Come and Protest / Pizza in soidarity with us.

04/08/2023

UPDATE: We're being kind to ourselves and meeting opposite the former Ulster Bank in Sligo at 9:30am for car-pooling to get everyone to Hazelwood for our walk tomorrow morning.

(Poster for Sligo Inclusive Pride Nature walk. Image of a woodland with distant birds, rainbow swirls. Text reads: Sligo Inclusive Pride, Nature walk. Hazel wood Forest, Saturday 5th, 9am-11:30am. Pick up -- Opposite former Ulster Bank.)

04/08/2023

We are kicking off this pride weekend by getting you into gear with a refreshing macchiacatto, double shot, oat milk please - no actually almond foamed, oh and a dash of hazelnut with dairy free cream on top and a sprinkle of dark chocolate powder... Oh and a ginger cookie.

See you in a bit sleepy heads!



(Image description: Poster shows pride rainbows and a picture of a coffee cup with a spoon in. Text reads "Coffee Drop In, Sligo Inclusive Pride. WB's Coffee House, Friday 4th, 11am-2pm, 10 Stephen Street, Sligo, F91 V2XR)

03/08/2023

The most important event of our weekend schedule is our Trans Healthcare Protest on Monday at 5pm. Please come and stand in solidarity with us on Monday outside the Sligo GPO.

(Image Description: Protest poster. Image shows five raised fists with female symbol on each wrist, varying skin tones and one in trans pride stripes, all raised under the words "respect my existence or expect resistance" Poster text reads: SLigo Inclusive Pride Trans healthcare and Civil rights protest. We invite you to join us in protest and solidarity. Monday 7th City Hall (venue has been changed to Sligo GPO) 5pm. We ask that you respect all speakers and attendees.)

03/08/2023

Saturday: Family Friendly Fun
9am-11:30am Nature Walk in Hazelwood Forest
2pm-4pm LG-Burrito-T Day Tuco's Taqueria
4pm-8pm Games Night Serious Business

Image 1: Poster for Sligo Inclusive Pride Nature walk. Image of a woodland with distant birds, rainbow swirls. Text reads: Sligo Inclusive Pride, Nature walk. Hazel wood Forest, Saturday 5th, 9am-11:30am. Pick up -- Opposite former Ulster Bank.

Image 2: Cartoon taco and burrito with faces, taco has a moustache, rainbow backgrounds. Text reads: Sligo Inclusive Pride, LG-Burrito-T Day. Invites you to an afternoon of Mexican food at Tuco's Taqueria, Saturday 5th, 2pm-4pm. 2 Tobergal Ln, Abbeyquarter North, Sligo, F91 WC2V.

Image 3: Image description: Poster shows an image of a pile of gaming dice in tones of blue, purple and pink with a white box over that shows a game controller and the words "Gamers don't die they respawn". Poster text reads: Sligo Inclusive Pride Games Night. Serious Business, Saturday 5th 4-8pm €5 per head. Abberyquarter North, Sligo, F91 YNC5 Background stripes in pride rainbow and trans pride colours

03/08/2023

What's happening on Friday?
11am-2pm: Coffee Drop In, WB's Coffee House
From 7pm: Drag and Cocktails, Walker 1781

Image 1: Poster shows pride rainbows and a picture of a coffee cup with a spoon in. Text reads "Coffee Drop In, Sligo Inclusive Pride. WB's Coffee House, Friday 4th, 11am-2pm, 10 Stephen Street, Sligo, F91 V2XR

Image 2: Poster for Sligo Inclusive Pride's drag & cocktail evening, on a black starry background. A photo of the 2 performers is in the middle. Poppy the drag queen is on the left, with short green hair, black & pink top and rainbow tulle skirt. Beside them is Viktor the drag king, on the right. He's in a cowboy hat, ginger hair, leather jacket & snakeskin style pants, and they're holding a cane. Text reads: "Drag & Cocktails. 7pm - Friday Aug 4th - Walker 1781, Sligo. Hosted by Poppy De Scrace & Viktor Complex"

02/08/2023

Just a BIG heads up we now have a Paypal paypal.me/Sligoinclpride for donations. Your contributions will go to the following:

1. Tickets for those who can't afford the Whiplash Concert
2. Food for those who can't afford certain events
3. Flags, Buntings, Decorations
4. Cardboard, Markers and Office supplies.
5. Funding for future events later this year/next year.

We would like you to know that we will be happy to provide a receipt/invoice for your donation and once our organisation is a properly registered committee all funds will be held by our treasurer, chair or authorised personel.

Go to PayPal.Me/Sligoinclpride and enter the amount. It's safer and more secure. Don't have a PayPal account? No problem.