The Independent’s Pride list of LGBTQ+ changemakers to return for June

Apr 28, 2026 · 8:30 AM UTC ·4 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 31 views

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The Independent is relaunching its Pride List in June 2026 to celebrate influential LGBTQ+ changemakers across the UK. In partnership with Pride in London, the initiative will include a public event at Queer Britain and a video interview series with honourees. The list, first published in 2000 as the Pink List, recognizes LGBTQ+ individuals in culture, politics, business, and activism.

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▪The Independent’s Pride List will return on 31 May 2026, ahead of Pride Month.
▪The publication is partnering with Pride in London and will march in the July parade.
▪The 2026 Pride List honourees will be celebrated at an event on 3 June at Queer Britain, the UK’s only LGBTQ+ museum.
▪Past honourees include Dr Victoria McCloud, Juno Dawson, and Cynthia Erivo.
▪The Independent will release a video interview series featuring this year’s Pride List recipients.

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