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# Merseyside borough of Knowsley to hold its first Pride event on the anniversary of the murder of Michael Causer
- URL: https://www.scenemag.co.uk/merseyside-borough-of-knowsley-to-hold-its-first-pride-event-on-the-anniversary-of-the-murder-of-michael-causer/
- Published: 2024-06-10T12:40:50.000Z
- Updated: 2024-07-24T12:09:49.000Z
- Description: The Merseyside borough of Knowsley is set to hold its first Pride event on the anniversary of the murder of Michael Causer – an 18-year-old who was attacked at a house party in what was widely considered a ‘hate crime’. The Knowsley Pride event, called Rainbow in the Park, will take place on 2 Augus
- Author: Graham Robson
- Tags: Pride

The **Merseyside** borough of **Knowsley** is set to hold its first Pride event on the anniversary of the murder of **Michael Causer** – an 18-year-old who was attacked at a house party in what was widely considered a ‘hate crime’.

The **Knowsley Pride** event, called **Rainbow in the Park**, will take place on **2 August** in **Court Hey Park**, Huyton.

*RuPaul’s Drag Race UK* alumni, **Sister Sister**, will captivate audiences with engaging storytelling sessions, while the **House of Suarez** will deliver dazzling dance workshops and performances to build excitement for its annual Vogue Ball later in the year.

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Sister Sister

Local artist **Sophie Green**, known for her colourful, Liverpool-themed creations, will conduct interactive art workshops and a silent rave for children has been produced by one of the recipients of Knowsley Pride’s small grants programme.

**John Lowe**, chair of the **Knowsley Pride Steering Group** and trustee of the **Michael Causer Foundation**, said the event would be “a day of celebration and awareness”.

He said: “Being able to honour Michael’s legacy and that of all victims of hate crime through education and events such as Knowsley Pride is a responsibility that we take very seriously.

“Knowsley Pride will be a safe space and celebration for all to enjoy; there will be something for everyone to take away from the day, whether that be more understanding, a feeling of community or simply memories from a day well spent with family and friends.”

Members of the LGBTQ+ arts and creative community are being invited to apply for community grants to support commissions for the event.

**Racheal Jones**, One Knowsley CEO, said the non-profit organisation “is committed to promoting inclusivity and equality across the borough in a collective mission against hate”.

“Knowsley Pride will be a family-friendly event, a celebration of acceptance for all, regardless of age, sexuality or ethnicity, and will be an important step in bringing the Knowsley community together.”