The police expect Christopher Street Day in Pirna to proceed peacefully. “In the past two years, CSD has gone off largely without incident,” a police spokesperson said in response to an inquiry. There are sufficient police officers on site to ensure the event’s safety. There are currently no indications of any targeted disruptions. The exact number of police officers deployed was not disclosed for tactical reasons.
The 15th CSD in Pirna is held under the motto: “Loud for All Who Must Be Silent.” The rights of queer people are under pressure worldwide; people are being persecuted, threatened, and silenced, the organizers stated. “That’s why we’re loud—for all those who aren’t allowed to be loud. For all those who are denied visibility. For all those whose very existence is politicized.” The CSD is not just a celebration, but a powerful symbol of tolerance, diversity, and equality.
The CSD commemorates the 1969 uprisings of the queer community on Christopher Street in New York City (USA). It is a day of celebration and remembrance for lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people, and other queer individuals who advocate for visibility and equality.
