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OPINION | Þorbjörg Þorvaldsdóttir writes about the strength of standing together in uncertain times.

In a great song by Páll Óskar and Benni Hemm Hemm, “Eitt af blómunum”, the lyrics argue for inclusion and empathy towards people who are pushed to the fringes. One line in particular has stuck with me and gives me full-body chills every time I hear it: If you’l...

Tonight, Thursday 6 August, Oktaves’ 8th Session Vol. 05: Pride Edition takes place at Smekkleysa (Hverfisgata 32, Reykjavík), celebrating queer musicians. Behind the event is founder Yara Polana, whose work extends far beyond the stage. Through Oktaves, she has created one of Reykjavík’s most welcoming spaces for queer musicians while helping reshape how independent ar...

What does it really mean to belong? As part of Reykjavík Pride, The Nest: Stories of Belonging at Reykjavík City Library invites visitors into a series of deeply personal stories from members of Iceland’s LGBTQIA+ community. Among them is Nas, who shares a moving reflection on community, resilience, and finding a place where you no longer have to make yourself smaller to fit in....

For many people, Pride is defined by what happens outside: the march through the city, the sea of rainbow flags, and the joyful celebration that takes over Reykjavík each August. But some of Pride’s most meaningful moments happen indoors. Rainbow Conference organiser Pétur Óli Anderson. Photo / Sunna Ben, courtesy of Reykjavík Pride

Returning as part of Reykjavík Pri...

Walking Through Iceland’s Queer History with Ugla Stefanía.

Every August, thousands of people fill the streets of Reykjavík for what has become one of Iceland’s biggest cultural celebrations. The Reykjavík Pride Parade is colourful, joyful and widely embraced across society. But behind today’s celebration lies a history that many people no longer know.

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