‘QUEER PEOPLE ARE CENTRAL TO THE CONTEST’: WHAT EUROVISION MEANS TO THE LGBTQI+ COMMUNITYExclusive: For many, the Eurovision Song Contest is a fun Saturday night every year in May, but for LGBTQI+ fans of the contest it means so much more.Although officially a non-political entertainment event, The Eurovision Song Contest is known for promoting inclusivity, diversity, and acceptance of all identities through music. Its mission statement reads: “The Eurovision Song Contest’s values are of universality and inclusivity and our proud tradition of celebrating diversity through music which is reflected in our global audiences of over 180 million.” It’s no surprise that the LGBTQI+ community found a home in the contest. With inclusivity comes representation. So how exactly has Eurovision become such a safe haven for the community over the past 57 years? |
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