JOHANNESBURG, 06 OCTOBER 2023 – Bathu, a trailblazer and Africa’s premium sneaker brand is committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity and is excited to announce its celebration in honour of Pride Month this October. The brand’s mission is to emphasise the value of accepting one’s real self and to showcase the diverse range of identities found within the LGBTQIA+ community.
Starting on 05 October, Bathu will kick off its celebration at Ethos, Rosebank, with a walk your journey event aimed at fostering unity and understanding. The event will provide a platform for open discussions, reflections, and the sharing of experiences that empower individuals to be accurate to themselves.
Continuing the festivities, Bathu will host a second event on the 19th October in Cape Town, further emphasizing the brand’s commitment to spreading awareness and creating a safe and inclusive space for all. This event will feature special guest Lasizwe, a prominent LGBTQIA+ advocate, who will engage in meaningful dialogues.
“At Bathu, we believe that everyone is on a journey and ours is to inspire, equip and inspire those journeys. We are also passionate about creating a world where everyone feels accepted and valued for who they truly are,” said Cedrick Diphoko, Managing Director at Bathu Footwear.
Bathu’s luncheon with Lasizwe will not only be a celebration, but they will discussing the following issues to raise awareness :
Encourage open dialogue and conversations about LGBTQ+ issues to foster empathy, understanding, and acceptance.
Advocate for policies that support LGBTQ+ rights and inclusivity within Bathu , organisation and beyond.
Showcase stories of LGBTQ+ individuals within our organisation, highlighting their experiences and contributions to the workplace.
“Pride Month provides an excellent opportunity to augment the voices within the LGBTQIA+ community and to celebrate their unique contributions to society. We are excited to embark and walk this journey of enlightenment and celebration with the aim of promoting acceptance and fancy. Concludes Diphoko.
Bathu encourages everyone to join in and support every initiative to celebrate Pride Month and promote a more inclusive and diverse world.
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