Thousands celebrated at Rio's pride parade, amidst concerns over high LGBTQ+ violence rates in Brazil.

Thousands gathered at Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana beach for the annual pride parade, celebrating in rainbow attire. Despite the festive mood, concerns over violence against LGBTQ+ individuals persisted, with at least 230 violent deaths reported in Brazil in 2023 and 100 trans murders last year, the highest globally. This year’s parade also emphasized sustainability, linking environmental justice with social and gender equality amid Brazil's environmental challenges.

November 24, 2024
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