Christopher Street Day / CSD

Christopher Street Day (CSD) is an annual celebration that takes place in many cities around the world in support and visibility of LGBTQ+ communities. CSD is usually celebrated in June or July and includes parades, rallies, cultural events and parties. CSD was originally organized in response to the 1969 Stonewall riot in New York City, where LGBTQ+ activists resisted police violenceViolence is when someone deliberately hurts or damages someone else. There are different types of violence, for example physical violence, verbal violence, psychological or structural violence. Violence is never okay. Violence can also be u.... CSD is an important event to celebrate and promote equality and acceptance of LGBTQ+ people.