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June 22, 2024 | Written by Sara Leones
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In its continued effort to champion inclusivity and equality, RSI NGD Group has announced its sponsorship of free transportation services for public attendees of the highly anticipated Lovelaban Pride PH Festival 2024. The event, scheduled for June 22, 2024, is expected to gather thousands of individuals and allies from the LGBTQIA+ community to celebrate Pride Month with a colorful display of solidarity, love, and activism.
Lovelaban 2024, also known as the “Lovelaban Pride March,” is more than just a celebration. It is a nationwide movement that advocates for LGBTQIA+ rights and aims to bring attention to ongoing issues of discrimination and inequality faced by the community in the Philippines. As a massive gathering of both individuals and organizations committed to advancing equal rights, the event has grown in significance over the years, attracting international attention and widespread media coverage.
In line with its corporate commitment to social responsibility and humanitarian causes, RSI NGD Group has arranged for free shuttle services to ensure that participants, especially those coming from Metro Manila and Bulacan, can join the celebration with ease. By providing transportation from key locations, the company hopes to remove potential barriers for attendees, furthering its dedication to creating accessible and inclusive spaces for all.
As part of its sustainability blueprint, RSI NGD Group remains steadfast in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusivity. Sponsoring transportation for Lovelaban Pride 2024 attendees underscores the company’s ongoing advocacy for the LGBTQIA+ community. With inclusion at the heart of its mission, RSI NGD Group believes that the ability to attend and participate in important societal events should not be limited by logistical barriers.
“At RSI NGD Group, we are committed to creating spaces where everyone, regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation, feels welcome and empowered,” stated an RSI NGD Group spokesperson. “Sponsoring transportation for this monumental event allows us to directly support the LGBTQIA+ community and ensure that as many people as possible can take part in this year’s Lovelaban Pride Festival.”
RSI NGD Group has made it easier for individuals from Metro Manila and various areas in Bulacan to attend the Pride Festival by organizing free shuttles from multiple pick-up points. These include:
Metro Manila South:
• Parańaque: 9:00 AM (4 slots available)
• Pasay: 9:45 AM (1 slot available)
Bulacan West:
• Calumpit: 9:00 AM (8 slots available)
• Malolos: 9:30 AM
• Tabang: 9:45 AM
Bulacan East:
• Sta. Maria: 9:00 AM (6 slots available)
• San Jose Del Monte (SJDM): 9:45 AM
The shuttles will drop off participants at the Pride March Assembly Area #1 at Tomas Morato in Quezon City, ensuring that everyone arrives in time for the festivities. Attendees can also opt for a post-event pick-up at 9:45 PM, enabling them to enjoy the day’s celebrations to the fullest.
Interested attendees can reserve their slots by emailing [email protected]. Due to the limited availability of seats, participants are encouraged to secure their reservations early. Additionally, for security and verification purposes, individuals are required to present one valid ID upon pick-up. It is also important to note that minors are not allowed to use the free transportation services.
This initiative is just one of the ways RSI NGD Group is actively contributing to the success of Lovelaban 2024, making the event accessible to more participants while reinforcing its dedication to supporting equal rights for all.
The Lovelaban Pride Festival has become a powerful symbol of resistance and unity for the LGBTQIA+ community in the Philippines. Held annually during Pride Month, the event draws thousands of participants who come together to celebrate their identities, support each other, and call for greater LGBTQIA+ rights. The festival features the Pride March, where individuals of all backgrounds parade through the streets in colorful attire, waving rainbow flags and chanting for equality and justice.
The term “Lovelaban” combines “love” and “laban” (the Filipino word for “fight”), encapsulating the spirit of the festival—a fight for love and the right to exist without fear or discrimination. The event also includes various performances, speeches from prominent advocates, and booths from partner organizations that provide education and resources for the community.
However, Lovelaban 2024 goes beyond celebration—it is also a platform to push for important legislative changes, such as the passing of the SOGIE Equality Bill (Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Expression Bill), which aims to protect individuals from discrimination based on their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Through its continued support for the LGBTQIA+ movement, RSI NGD Group is not just a corporate entity—it is a champion for equality. This transportation sponsorship is part of the company’s wider agenda to uplift marginalized communities and foster a society where diversity is not only accepted but celebrated.
RSI NGD Group’s CEO, Mr. A.R. Sy, is personally committed to this mission. As a long-standing advocate for LGBTQIA+ rights, Mr. Sy has actively supported initiatives that create safe spaces for all individuals, regardless of their identity. “For us, inclusion is not just a corporate policy; it is a deeply held belief that every individual deserves respect, dignity, and the freedom to express who they are,” said Mr. Sy.
For many attendees, participating in Lovelaban 2024 is more than a day of celebration—it’s an opportunity to be visible, to connect with a supportive community, and to feel empowered in their identities. By removing financial and logistical barriers, RSI NGD Group is ensuring that more people can experience this sense of belonging.
The company’s free transportation initiative highlights the role that corporations can play in advancing social causes. In sponsoring Lovelaban 2024, RSI NGD Group exemplifies how the private sector can contribute to the fight for equality, offering tangible support that directly impacts the lives of those in the LGBTQIA+ community.
As Lovelaban Pride PH Festival 2024 draws near, RSI NGD Group is proud to stand alongside the LGBTQIA+ community, not only by sponsoring this critical transportation service but by continuing to advocate for a more inclusive and just society.
By making attendance accessible for hundreds of individuals, the company reaffirms its unwavering commitment to diversity, inclusion, and social equity. As thousands gather to march in solidarity and love, RSI NGD Group will be there, supporting every step of the way.
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