WorldPride organizers warn trans visitors of travel risks

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On Friday, Capital Pride Alliance, which produces WorldPride 2025, released new guidance for international visitors. This guidance calls for all travelers, especially trances and trances. Non-binary The festival begins on May 17th and June 8th to continue providing information, travel carefully, and understand the potential risks before coming to DC.

Organizers stressed that the decision to attend WorldPride must be thoughtful, especially for trans travelers facing new restrictions on documentation and travel based on federal government policies.

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“We encourage travelers considering entering the US to make informed decisions based on relevant potential risks as we continue to actively navigate the measures being implemented by the current federal administration,” the group said.

“WorldPride is happening at a crucial time. We are working to unite the voices of the world to support our movement and our lives. LGBTQ+ Community continues to fight for equality, visibility and justice,” added Capital Pride Alliance.

Passports with the “X” gender marker remain valid for travel under international standards, but a recent US Department of State memo requires Visa applicants to list the genders assigned at birth. The organizers encouraged all visitors to consult with official sources and seek legal guidance when necessary.

The WorldPride DC 2025 Health and Safety webpage outlines a wide range of security measures and community resources. We also provide updated safety information.

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Organizers should note that Washington, DC has a long history of successfully hosting large, highly secure events, and works closely with local, federal and local partners.

According to WorldPride’s health and safety sitePreparations include safe boundaries for major events such as pre-event surveillance, police on-site, private security, advanced life support stations, roving medical teams, aviation surveillance, anti-scaling systems, and two-day street festivals.

Workshops on safety topics, including active shooter responses, Narcan distribution, escalation training, and anti-trafficking awareness, are also offered to both leading residents and visitors to WorldPride.

District officials repeated their welcome message, highlighting their commitment to safety.

Supporters On Saturday, Mayor Muriel Bowser sent a detailed list of questions to Muriel Bowser’s office, asking for the mayor’s direct response to concerns about the safety of transgender residents and visitors, their involvement with the city’s federal government, and the message this moment will send to the world. Mayor’s Office LGBTQ The issue provided a statement highlighting the city’s preparation and commitment to ensuring safe and inclusive global pride.

“We are proud to welcome over 3 million visitors to Washington, DC for WorldPride 2025,” the statement read. “Our government agencies work diligently with community organizers to ensure WorldPride is a safe, accessible and bold celebration for our communities. We are prepared and committed to supporting WorldPride events, including human rights conferences, parades, festivals, high heel races, sports tournaments and more.”

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The guidance comes after Ryan Bos, executive director of the Capital Pride Alliance, told local leaders this week that organizers were considering whether to issue a particularly formal travel advisory for trans visitors. The conversation sparked widespread concern and highlighted the unprecedented challenges facing LGBTQ+ people ahead of WorldPride.

Germany Several other countries have also already issued formal travel warnings for trans and non-binary citizens traveling to the United States, citing federal restrictions on gender perceptions and documentation. Immigration advocates warn that a State Department memo signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio can functionally ban trans travelers from obtaining US visas, particularly for international LGBTQ+ events such as WorldPride.

Despite the risks, Pride organizers have made it clear that their message is rooted in resilience and global visibility.

“Pride is a global movement,” Capital Pride Alience said. “For those who are capable, join the Washington, DC March with an international march and assembly on Sunday, June 8th. Plus, we’ve been wary and heard, showing pride events around the world, so that we can see.”