Join the march: ASTI teachers, friends and family are invited to a visible show of solidarity at Dublin Pride on Saturday 27 June 2026 , find where to meet, when to assemble, and how to plug into the wider festivals and union bloc.

Essential takeaways

  • When and where: Assemble in the Green Zone at Clery’s Quarter on O’Connell Street, ready to march by 12.45pm.
  • Meet-up beforehand: Teachers can gather at the Teachers’ Club from 10.30am, leaving at midday to walk to the assembly point , friendly, relaxed vibe.
  • Union bloc: ASTI will march alongside INTO and other trade unions in the ICTU bloc for a strong, united presence.
  • RSVP & contact: Email [email protected] for a wristband or to join the ASTI LGBTQI+ group; friends and family welcome.
  • Festival context: The parade links into the larger Dublin Pride Festival and Pride Village events across the city that day.

Opening hook: why teachers matter in the parade

Teachers bring a particular kind of energy to Pride , organised, warmly noisy and proudly visible, with flags that flutter as well as lesson plans that inspire. The ASTI invitation to teachers and allies to join the ICTU trade union bloc makes this more than a photo op; it’s a statement about workplace solidarity and inclusion that registers on the parade route and in staff rooms.

Backstory and practical logistics

ASTI’s call to march on 27 June slots neatly into the wider Dublin Pride schedule, which centres on O’Connell Street and the Pride Village activities across the city. According to the parade organisers, assembly zones along the route are coordinated to keep the march flowing, so arriving on time , ASTI asks participants to be in place by 12.45pm , helps everyone stay together. If you’re coming with friends or family, RSVP by email and you’ll be assigned a wristband and pointed to the yellow ASTI flags at Clery’s Quarter.

Why the Teachers’ Club meet-up is worth the short detour

Meeting earlier at the Teachers’ Club gives you a civilised way to build momentum: a coffee, a catch-up, and a short, escorted walk to the assembly point at noon. It’s also practical , you can pick up last-minute signs or swap contact details so your group can stay together during the march. If you’re nervous about joining alone, this meet-up makes it easy to connect with colleagues from across the unions.

How the trade union bloc changes the tone of the march

Marching as part of the ICTU trade union bloc with INTO and other unions turns individual participation into collective visibility. It signals that equality and LGBTQI+ rights are workplace issues as much as civic ones. For teachers, that can translate into clearer support for inclusive school policies back at work, and a reminder to pupils that their teachers stand up for them. Expect a steady, organised presence , banners, flags and camaraderie rather than theatrical stunts.

What to bring and accessibility tips

Bring a water bottle, comfortable shoes and sun or rain protection depending on the weather , Dublin can surprise you. Keep signs compact so they’re easy to carry through crowds, and consider ear protection if you’re sensitive to loud speakers and music. If you need accessibility assistance, check parade guidance and arrive early so marshals can help; unions often organise with stewards who can support people with mobility needs.

Plugging in if you can’t make the march

If your schedule won’t allow you to be on O’Connell Street that day, you can still get involved , ASTI invites people to join the LGBTQI+ group by email, which is a way to attend future events, collaborate on school-based inclusion work, or support union actions. Meanwhile, Pride Village and other festival events around the city run through the weekend, so there are chances to celebrate locally or join community-hosted workshops and talks.

Outlook: small actions, visible outcomes

A teacher showing up to a parade might seem like a small thing, but when dozens or hundreds of educators march together, it shifts perceptions in the classroom and the corridor. It’s solidarity in motion , organised, cheerful and unmistakable.

It’s a small change that can make every school community feel safer.

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