There is no single, universally recognized "new" pride flag. However, many variations and additions to the original rainbow flag have emerged over the years to represent different identities and experiences within the LGBTQ+ community.
The Original Rainbow Flag:
- Created in 1978 by Gilbert Baker: The original rainbow flag features six stripes: red (life), orange (healing), yellow (sunshine), green (nature), turquoise (magic/art), and violet (spirit).
- Symbol of LGBTQ+ Pride: It has become a global symbol of LGBTQ+ pride and activism.
Variations and Additions:
- Progress Pride Flag: This flag adds black and brown stripes to represent marginalized communities of color within the LGBTQ+ community. It also includes a light blue, pink, and white stripe to represent transgender people.
- Philadelphia Pride Flag: This flag adds a black and brown stripe to the original rainbow flag to represent Black and brown LGBTQ+ people.
- Intersex Pride Flag: This flag features a circle with overlapping purple, yellow, and blue stripes to represent intersex people.
- Transgender Pride Flag: This flag features a light blue, pink, and white stripe to represent transgender people.
Importance of Representation:
These variations and additions to the original rainbow flag demonstrate the ongoing evolution of the LGBTQ+ community and the importance of representing diverse identities and experiences.
