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Isis (18) thanks mother during Pride for carefree coming out

During the 2026 Canal Parade in Amsterdam, 18-year-old Isis Eversdijken joined the provincial boat with her mother to thank her for providing an unconditionally supportive home environment during her coming-out process. Isis was selected for this opportunity after sharing her personal story as part of an initiative to highlight stories from the LGBTQ+ community in the province.

Isis (18) thanks mother during Canal Parade for carefree coming-out

During the 2026 Canal Parade in Amsterdam, 18-year-old Isis Eversdijken brought her mother on the provincial boat to thank her for their supportive home environment. Isis, who came out as bisexual during her first Pride, shared her story to emphasize the importance of acceptance within the queer community.