200 Years of LGBTQIA+ History

From Shadows to Pride — UK & Global Timeline

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Ace Flag History

Why this source is used

Community history of the 2010 asexual flag design process and colour meanings.

Start with the answer

Start with the answer What do Pride flags mean? Pride flags turn identity, solidarity and protest into visible symbols, helping LGBTQ+ communities claim space and recognise one another. Read the topic guide Pride Flags and Symbols Pride flags are visual tools for identity, solidarity and political visibility, from the rainbow flag to community-created asexual and intersex flags.

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Ace Week
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Open original source https://aceweek.org/stories/ace-flag-history Accessed 2 June 2026 Open archived copy https://web.archive.org/web/*/https://aceweek.org/stories/ace-flag-history

Used by Topics

Pride Flags and Symbols

Used by Questions

What do Pride flags mean?

Used by Timeline Events

30 June 2010 ActivismCultural

Asexual Pride Flag Created Through Community Vote

The asexual pride flag was designed by AVEN user 'standup' and selected through a multi-stage community voting process. The flag features four horizontal stripes: black (asexuality), grey (grey-asexuality and demisexuality), white (allosexuality/allies), and purple (community). The purple was inspired by AVEN's website design. It has since become widely recognised in Pride events worldwide.