PRIDE IN LONDON’S 2026 IMPACT REPORT
Reflecting on a year of unity, visibility, resilience, and renewed ambition across the capital.
A MESSAGE FROM THE CEO
2026 was a year of unity, resilience and renewed ambition for Pride in London
This Impact Report is an incredibly proud moment for me, our leadership team and the year-round volunteers who make Pride in London possible.
Independent research commissioned in partnership with the Greater London Authority found that 97% of people surveyed rated their Pride in London 2026 experience as good or very good, 95% felt the event successfully reflected and celebrated the LGBTQIA+ community, and 90% said attending made them feel part of London’s cultural and community life.
These are more than metrics. They are testament to what can be achieved through unity, resilience and a shared commitment to LGBTQIA+ equality and visibility.
A heartfelt thank you to our volunteers, partners, community organisations and stakeholders
I want to say a heartfelt thank you to our volunteers, partners, community organisations and stakeholders. Pride in London simply could not happen without the time, energy, expertise and commitment you give us.
Our campaign, Many Voices. One Front., reflected the breadth of challenges and injustices LGBTQIA+ communities continue to experience, while reinforcing the importance of solidarity in creating progress. Across the Parade, six stages, community programmes, communications and partnerships, we brought people together and created spaces where our communities could feel seen, represented and that they belong.
The feedback gathered this year has helped identify where we can go further: supporting more grassroots organisations, making Pride more accessible, broadening community representation and demonstrating meaningful, measurable impact throughout the year.
Rebuilding, strengthening and laying the foundations for what comes next
2026 was also a year of significant organisational change.
We strengthened our governance, established a dedicated DE&I team and appointed two new Co-Chairs, Yeme Onoabhagbe and Dominic Arnall, who I warmly welcome to Pride in London.
We must also recognise the funding pressures facing Pride organisations. Sustained funding and long-term partnerships are essential if we are to continue creating visibility, championing equality and supporting the communities we exist to serve.
This report is therefore not simply a record of what we delivered. It is an account of what we learned, what we made possible together and where we have the opportunity to deliver and demonstrate greater impact.
We are proud of our outcomes, but we know impact is not measured by statistics alone
Our ambition is for Pride in London to be more than a moment in the calendar. We want to use our platform, partnerships and collective energy to create lasting impact for London’s LGBTQIA+ communities throughout the year.
Our bid to host WorldPride 2032 reflects that ambition and our belief in London as a city where LGBTQIA+ people from around the world can come together, be visible, be heard and belong.
The work for 2027 has already begun. Together, we will continue to champion unity, increase visibility and advance equality for all LGBTQIA+ communities.
Rebecca Paisis, Chief Executive
Pride in London
2026 AT A GLANCE
OUR 2026 CAMPAIGN
WAS BUILT AROUND A SIMPLE IDEA: LGBTQIA+ COMMUNITIES CONTAIN MANY DIFFERENT IDENTITIES, HISTORIES, EXPERIENCES AND PERSPECTIVES, BUT PROGRESS DEPENDS ON STANDING TOGETHER
WATCH THE CAMPAIGN VIDEO
HOW WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE
We Amplify Visibility
By putting LGBTQIA+ people, organisations, culture and issues in public spaces and across media.
We Build Collective Support
By bringing together public bodies, community organisations, businesses, volunteers and audiences.
We Create Belonging
By giving people opportunities to see themselves reflected and celebrate alongside others.
We Unite Communities
Through the Parade, volunteering, accessible event spaces, stages and community activity.
We Enable Participation
Through funding, relationships and opportunities for organisations to connect and be heard.
We Listen and Improve
By using feedback and evidence to understand what worked and where change is needed.
Our impact begins with visibility, but it grows through participation. Throughout the year, Pride in London sits at the point where community, culture, public life, and partnership meet, using community engagement, funding, communications, and partnerships to live our values of LGBTQIA+ unity, visibility, and equality.
The impact of Pride cannot be measured by attendance alone - it is visible in who participates, who is represented, who is supported, and what people experience as a result.
Through our work, we amplify visibility by putting LGBTQIA+ people, organisations, culture, and issues in public spaces and across media. We build collective support by bringing together public bodies, community organisations, businesses, volunteers, and audiences.
We create belonging by giving people opportunities to see themselves reflected and celebrate alongside others.
We unite communities through the Parade, volunteering, accessible event spaces, stages, and community activity.
We enable participation through funding, relationships, and opportunities for organisations to connect and be heard.
Finally, we listen and improve by using feedback and evidence to understand what worked and where change is needed.
The Unity Fund
Demonstrating significant demand across the capital, the Unity Fund supports LGBTQIA+ organisations, enabling them to expand participation, reach new audiences, and strengthen community networks throughout London.
“Huge thanks to Pride in London for the show of support in Pride Ride. Having organised this ride for 11 years now, IBikeLondon are extremely grateful to be recognised for their contribution to the LGBTQ+ community & for the clear and consistent communication shown by Pride in London this year”
IBikeLondon Pride Ride
Support to grow community participation, reach new audiences across London, and build stronger LGBTQIA+ cycling partnerships.
A £3,500 grant funded promotion, partnership development, inclusive cycling support, and event communications.
- 328 sign-ups & approx. 300 attendees
- 47,842 views on Instagram across 16 posts
- ~10,000 views on an influencer video
- Featured on the ITV News 7:30pm bulletin
- New partnerships with TfL, cycling groups, and LGBTQIA+ charities
CREATING SPACES TO CONNECT
To ensure every voice is heard and every story drives action, Pride in London creates dedicated platforms for dialogue, listening, and community advocacy year-round.
Through our flagship Human Rights Forum and seasonal Community Roundtables, we bring together activists, partners, and community members to discuss urgent challenges - such as advancing trans rights and shifting public perceptions - turning shared experiences into concrete progress.
Human Rights Forum
Bringing together community leaders, advocates, and speakers to connect stories to direct action, driving important discussions on trans rights, public perception, and systemic change.
Community Roundtables
Creating structured dialogue to listen, engage, and collaborate with diverse community voices in accessible formats throughout the year.
OUR STRATEGIC ROADMAP
In 2026, we laid the groundwork by rebuilding core governance, launching DE&I monitoring, and solidifying our operational foundations.
Looking ahead, 2027 marks a major leap forward as we launch Pride’s first dedicated DE&I strategy, scale up grassroots funding through the Unity Fund, and drive year-round visibility for London’s LGBTQIA+ communities.
From 2028 onward, our sights are set on securing long-term financial sustainability and rallying the capital to host an unforgettable WorldPride 2032.
Establish the Foundations
- Strengthened organizational governance and leadership
- Established operational baseline across teams
- Set strategic framework for future reporting
Deliver & Demonstrate More Impact
- Champion LGBTQIA+ Visibility: Make communities visible, celebrated, and represented 365 days a year
- Strengthen Our Communities: Invest through grant funding, collaboration, advocacy, and shared impact
- Build a Stronger Pride: Develop a resilient, trusted, and financially sustainable organization
Consolidate & Prepare for WorldPride 2032
- Consolidate long-term organizational resilience
- Scale year-round strategic community impact
- Advance London's bid to host WorldPride 2032
GET THE COMPLETE PICTURE
Want to dive deeper into our demographic data, financial impact, partner contributions, and full campaign analytics?
Read the full Pride in London 2026 Impact Report.
