In 2025, Transgender Victoria made the decision to withdraw from the Midsumma Pride March due to VicPol’s participation in the march. This was a position we took in solidarity with many in our TGD communities who have faced historical and ongoing discrimination and harm from police.
After discussions with both Midsumma and VicPol, Transgender Victoria can confirm that VicPol will not be marching in the 2026 Midsumma Pride March. We view this as a small, but meaningful, step in listening to the needs and concerns of our communities. It signals a willingness to engage with the reality that, for many, the participation of police at a celebration of queer identity can be deeply triggering.
Therefore, TGV is proud to confirm we will be marching at the 2026 Midsumma Pride March. We are thrilled by the prospect of coming together with our transgender, gender diverse and non-binary communities to celebrate the joy and beauty of our trans and queer identities.
While we celebrate their decision not to march, we note that, as mandated for any large public event, VicPol will still be present at the event to manage logistics and public safety.
We also want to be perfectly clear: the withdrawal of VicPol from marching does not resolve the need for systemic change. There is still much more work to be done in addressing the treatment of our communities by police. Our fight for equality and justice is ongoing, and we remain unwavering in our pursuit of a safer, more equitable Victoria for all.
Our participation is also conditional. Should VicPol's decision change and they announce their intention to march in the 2026 Pride March, TGV will withdraw our participation. Our commitment is always to the safety and comfort of our TGD communities.
Keep an eye on Transgender Victoria’s newsletter and socials after the holiday break for more details about how you can march with us.
