It’s that time of year again when, behind the rainbow of colour and festive vibes, discrimination raises its ugly head. It grumbles: “We gave them their rights, why don’t they sit quietly in a corner? Why do they need to rub our faces in it?” The answer is simple. Pride in Gozo and around the world — is not just a celebration; it is a reminder that, as long as people face discrimination, bullying, hate speech, and violence because of who they are or whom they love, the fight