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9 Apr 2012

Singapore's first-ever night Pink Dot 2012 to be held Jun 30

On June 30, 2012, Singaporeans will, for the fourth year running, gather at Hong Lim Park to form a human pink dot in support of the belief that everyone deserves the freedom to love, regardless their sexual orientation.

Pink Dot, a public event organised to raise awareness and foster deeper understanding of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people, is set to take place on June 30.

Pink Dot 2012 ambassadors (from left) actor-comedian Kumar, former TV show host Sharon Au, and stage actor Lim Yu-Beng. Photo: Pink Dot/ Facebook

First organised in 2009, the event saw 2,500 attendees while 2011 saw its largest turnout to date with 10,000 people thronging Hong Lim Park – the only venue in Singapore where demonstrations or any event of its kind is allowed.

This year, for the first time in its history, Pink Dot 2012 will take place at sunset and culminate in the formation of a "pink dot of shimmering torches, light sticks and glowing mobile phones, in the first hours of darkness," reads the press statement released last Thursday.

“Having a Pink Dot formed at night makes for a dramatic message of inclusivity and acceptance – a celebration of unity in diversity that emphasises our shared belief in the Freedom to Love, “ said Pink Dot spokesperson Paerin Choa.

At a series of parties over the long Easter weekend, Pink Dot 2012 announced its three ambassadors, actor-comedian Kumar who came out as a gay man in the local media last year, former TV show host Sharon Au, and stage actor Lim Yu-Beng, in a special announcement video.

Supporters of Pink Dot can make a contribution or purchase the Pink Dot plushie toys that were launched over the weekend. Proceeds will go towards fundraising for Pink Dot 2012. Available in three sizes, the toys can be purchased online from ActuallyShop.com, or at Hide and Seek (71 Bussorah St. Tel: 6296 2036), ActuallyActually (16 Purvis Street, #02-01 Tel: 6336 7002) or VERY Wooonderland (B3-12 ION Orchard Tel: 6738 0002).

WHAT: PINK DOT 2012
WHERE: Hong Lim Park
WHEN: Saturday, June 30, 2012
WHAT TO BRING: Pink lights!
WHAT TO WEAR: Of course, PINK!
TIMINGS: Activities commence 5.30pm, Concert begins at 6.30pm, Dot is formed at 7.30pm, or when it is sufficiently dark 

*Please note: According to the park's terms and conditions, only Singaporeans and Permanent Residents may participate at the events held at Hong Lim Park. However, foreigners are most welcome to watch and observe. For more info, please click here.

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1. 2012-04-09 20:50  
Too bad I'm not Singaporean to participate but way to go SG ! Show the world you care & you can make a difference ! Looking forward to a better future for PLU & hope other "more conservative" country will finally wake up & keep up too *both thumbs up*
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3. 2012-04-09 22:29  
What a great event. I am very happy to see such peaceful campaigns like this. Good on you Singapore! I wish i was there to participate as well! maybe next year!
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5. 2012-04-09 23:37  
I Lyoke... ;)
6. 2012-04-10 03:25  
Elections of Mr Gay World in South Africa:

http://fr.news.yahoo.com/video/socialissues-26607489/election-de-mr-gay-world-en-afrique-du-sud-28899208.html

(Why do I post this here? Because I don't know where else on this site!)
7. 2012-04-10 08:04  
wish I could come....
8. 2012-04-10 22:55  
so.. gay marriages, gay rights, coming soon to Sin? or this is just another tourist promotion board's effort to lure more tourist to a boring island, where there are more gay saunas than other bigger cities?
9. 2012-04-10 23:09  
by the way, singaporeans, what kind of country/people you are? mugabe is allowed to enter your country for health treatments.. while he condemn gays?? this event is totally pointless.
10. 2012-04-11 05:34  
Goodluck to all the organizers! Lets Support!
11. 2012-04-13 13:34  
Sounds like tons of fun! I'd definitely fly over to join if I could. *imagines self in the sea of pink*
12. 2012-04-17 10:34  
Great event to join in.
you wil experience a empiance of "Love"
I had that feeling last year, and I will try to join in for this year too.
13. 2012-04-18 05:25  
Well done Singaporeans on this affirmative action! It's a pity I will not be around to support in person but I am definitely there in spirit. Love is an universal human right regardless of race, sexuality, religion et all.
Major breakthroughs are made in small simple steps. It is time for Singapore to show itself as a democratic, modern and progressive country. Economic achievements without social enlightenment and progress are not the goals sought after by its leaders.
14. 2012-04-18 05:25  
Well done Singaporeans on this affirmative action! It's a pity I will not be around to support in person but I am definitely there in spirit. Love is an universal human right regardless of race, sexuality, religion et all.
Major breakthroughs are made in small simple steps. It is time for Singapore to show itself as a democratic, modern and progressive country. Economic achievements without social enlightenment and progress are not the goals sought after by its leaders.

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