39% Corporate Executives Plan Decreased Pride Engagement in 2025

In 2025, the LGBTQ+ community faces both progress and challenges as brand support for Pride and queer inclusivity becomes more fragile and inconsistent, with many companies reducing their engagement outside of symbolic gestures during Pride Month. True allyship now requires year-round commitment to internal equity and community partnership, as seen in select brands like Amika Hair, which support queer-owned businesses beyond just marketing efforts. LGBTQ+ immigrants, particularly those living with HIV, endure severe hardships including abuse, inadequate medical care, and legal obstacles in detention centers, as reported by a 2024 study highlighting systemic mistreatment by ICE and CBP agents. Cultural and artistic expressions continue to play a crucial role in queer visibility and resistance, exemplified by projects like the Tennessee-based "We Were Always Here" art exhibition and London's efforts to preserve LGBTQ+ night spaces amid urban redevelopment pressures. Media initiatives such as ABC's "Our America: Who I'm Meant To Be" showcase the diverse experiences within the LGBTQIA+ community, celebrating resilience and the ongoing fight for acceptance across different identities. These developments underscore the need for sustained visibility, support, and protection of LGBTQ+ individuals across social, cultural, and political spheres.