Mot d'ordre: Une famille pour tou·te·s
The Marche des Fiertés LGBTI (Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans, and Intersex) de Rennes-Bretagne, also known as the "gay pride" event, is a significant and popular occasion in the capital of Brittany. This event, which is both engaged and festive, a platform to advance a society of respect and unity, aims to reduce discrimination against LGBTI individuals and their loved ones. It provides an opportunity for everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex, to gather in public spaces and promote acceptance of diversity. In other cities, similar events are often referred to as Gaypride or Lesbian and Gay Pride.
The organizing collective, led by the Centre Gay Lesbien Bi et Trans de Rennes, invites you to join them on June 16th as they march through the streets of Rennes to celebrate diversity and support the LGBTI community.
Programme
During the week leading up to the Marche des Fiertés, various events and activities will be held to educate and engage the community:
11th - 17th June: Semaine des Fiertés
- Institut Franco-américain: Conference on LGBT activism in the United States by Guillaume Marche.
- Club 6 Saint-Brieuc: Screening of the film "Plaire aimer et courir vite" followed by a debate with activists from Aides and SOS Homophobie.
- CGLBT Rennes: Discussion on LGBT activism in the United States by Guillaume Marche at the local library.
- L'Arvor: Screening of the film "120 Battements Par Minute" followed by a debate with activists from Aides.
- La Nuit Des Temps: Meeting and discussion with author Cathy Ytak, who recently published the youth novel "D'un Trait de Fusain" addressing topics such as homosexuality, HIV, and Act Up.
- Les Petits Papiers: Free concert by Holy Dust (jazz, folk, rock) at the bar restaurant Les Petits Papiers.
Le Village
On the day of the Marche des Fiertés, from 10 am to 7 pm, the Village on the esplanade Charles de Gaulle will be buzzing with activities:
- Meet various associations and get answers to your questions.
- Learn about sexual health and prevention.
- Enjoy an exhibition and artistic performances.
- Grab a bite to eat at the solidarity bar and food court.
La Marche
Join the march and proudly raise your voice to support our demands with joy and solidarity:
- Starts at 3 pm from Esplanade Charles de Gaulle.
- Returns to the same location around 6 pm.
- Pause at Place de la Mairie for activist speeches.
Noz Pride
From 11 pm to 4 am, the 7th edition of the biggest LGBTI party in the Grand Ouest region will take place at Le Liberté [L'étage]. This exceptional event will transform the prestigious venue into a grand dancefloor. Please note that entry is restricted to individuals above the legal age and the organizer reserves the right to refuse admission. This event is organized by CGLBT Rennes and Le Batchi association.
Our Demands
We have developed a platform of demands, which can be co-signed by organizations and associations, to advocate for the rights and equality of the LGBTI community:
Urgent Action
- End the forced medical treatments and surgeries for intersex individuals until they can freely decide for themselves.
- Expand access to Medically Assisted Procreation (MAP) without discrimination.
- Grant asylum to LGBTI individuals fleeing their countries due to their sexual orientation or gender identity.
- Recognize full legal filiation between a child and their social parent(s) without marriage as a condition.
Families
- End discrimination based on sexual orientation in adoption judgments.
- Establish ethical and regulated surrogacy contracts that ensure the well-being of the surrogate and unborn children.
Migrant Individuals
- End discrimination based on sexual orientation in adoption judgments.
- Establish ethical and regulated surrogacy contracts that ensure the well-being of the surrogate and unborn children.
- Halt deportations to the country of entry in the European Union and repeal the Dublin Regulation.
Health
- Regular and targeted campaigns on various methods of preventing Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) for LGBTI populations.
- Free and guaranteed access to STI screening in all territories.
- Allow associations to provide rapid syphilis tests.
- Ensure universal access to healthcare and treatment for people living with HIV or hepatitis, including incarcerated individuals, migrants, and sex workers.
- Conduct epidemiological studies and prevention initiatives for women having sex with women.
Sex and Gender Identity
- Facilitate free and easy change of gender marker and name on civil documents without expert assessments or forced sterilization.
- Conduct epidemiological studies on transgender individuals to address their specific needs.
- De-pathologize transgender identities and remove it from the list of mental illnesses.
- Allow individuals to freely choose their transition path and healthcare providers, abolishing inhumane protocols such as those enforced by SoFECT.
- Abolish administrative gender systems, including gender markers on civil documents and INSEE numbers.
Combatting Discrimination
- Government commitment to prevent mental distress, suicide, and discrimination against LGBTI and HIV-positive individuals.
- Educational programs promoting gender equality and diversity, starting from primary school.
- Inclusion of various sexualities, sexes, and gender identities in initial and ongoing training programs (education, healthcare, administration, law enforcement, etc.).
- Concrete actions to address all forms of harassment and violence, especially in schools, workplaces, online spaces, and public areas.
- Monitoring of ongoing ministerial actions to reform the exclusion criteria for blood donation.
- Revision of exclusion criteria for bone marrow donation, which currently restricts men who have had sex with men.
- Repeal the law penalizing clients of sex workers and the municipal or prefectural decrees that endanger sex workers.
Billets Noz Pride
Tickets are available for purchase in advance:
- €15 until June 15th
Tickets can be purchased at the following locations:
- Le Liberté box office (open Tuesday to Saturday from 2 pm to 7 pm)
- CGLBT Rennes, 6 rue Saint-Martin (open Monday 7:30 pm to 10 pm, Wednesday 7 pm to 10 pm, and other times when the venue is open)
- Le Batchi, 34 rue Vasselot
- Mimo's Garden, 12 place du champ Jacquet
E-tickets can also be purchased online at the following platforms (additional booking fees apply):
- Le Liberté website
- Ticketnet
- Digitick
It will also be possible to purchase tickets on the day of the event at the association village and at Mimo's Garden for €18, subject to availability.
Sexosafe
The Marche des Fiertés LGBTI Rennes Bretagne and Noz Pride are supported by our partner Sexosafe.fr.
DILCRAH
The healthcare section of the association village is supported by DILCRAH.
Planning to attend the Marche des Fiertés LGBTI 2018 in Rennes? Don't forget to consider your accommodation options. Rennes offers a range of hotels to suit every budget and preference. Whether you prefer a luxurious hotel in the city center or a cozy bed and breakfast in a quaint neighborhood, you can find the perfect place to stay for your visit. Book your hotel in advance to secure the best rates and availability during this vibrant event. Enjoy your stay in Rennes and make the most of this empowering celebration of diversity and equality!