I’ve done Pride on all 7 continents — now I’m (literally) on top of the world

Our writer Calum McSwiggan has travelled to all seven continents to see how Pride is celebrated around the world (Picture: Calum McSwiggan)

Shattered and frozen, the bone-chilling wind rips our faces as we approach 5,364 metres.

Here, at the top of the world, my journey to find Pride around the world finally comes to an end.

Seven continents, 15 countries, 20 events, and countless experiences that will stay with me for life.

Scaling the boulder at Everest Base Camp, I stand beside my trans best friend and we wave our flags proudly, thinking of the trans woman who first inspired us to take on this extraordinary 15-day journey. 

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