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The <strong>13th Thessaloniki Pride<\/strong> , northern Greece&#8217;s largest celebration of love and equality, began on Monday, June 16 and culminates on Saturday, June 21, 2025 with the grand pride parade at the White Tower. <\/p>\n\n<p>With this year&#8217;s slogan <strong>\u201cNot a step back\u201d<\/strong> , Thessaloniki Pride sends a clear message: the rights of LGBTQI+ people are non-negotiable and will not yield to waves of intolerance or political expediency. It is a week of activities \u2014 artistic events, educational workshops, discussions, exhibitions and, of course, the grand closing concert. <\/p>\n\n<p>As every year, this year too, <strong>Diversity Charter Greece<\/strong> is making a strong presence at Thessaloniki Pride, actively supporting an institution that is not just a celebration, but a resounding act of advocacy and social responsibility. The <strong>Diversity Charter for Greek businesses and local governments<\/strong> stands firmly by the side of the LGBTQI+ community, reminding us that <strong>inclusion is not a choice \u2014 it is an obligation<\/strong> . With a strong voice and a clear position, it supports the creation of a world where respect for diversity is an everyday practice \u2014 in the workplace, in institutions, in society. Because equality is not negotiable, and progress requires allies with a steady compass. <\/p>\n\n<p>After the successful event in Athens, <strong>the baton is passed again to Thessaloniki<\/strong> , which is becoming a living symbol of acceptance and solidarity. 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