People are loving how this rainbow turban reflects the message of Pride month
Neuroscientist and amazing baker, Jiwandeep Kohli is wearing his LGBT Pride flag in a very special way – in the shape of a turban, specially arranged for June, which is Pride month.
I’m proud to be a bisexual bearded baking brain scientist. I feel fortunate to be able to express all these aspects of my identity, and will continue to work toward ensuring the same freedom for others. #PrideMonth #PrideTurban #LoveIsLove pic.twitter.com/SVhc0iwDF0
— Jiwandeep Kohli (@jiwandeepkohli) June 1, 2019
Not only does it look amazing, but it’s a sign of how far LGBT rights have come for the Pride rainbow to be displayed as part of religious clothing, something that would have been unthinkable a decade ago. People love Jiwandeep’s style, and have sent him many messages of support.
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The #PrideTurban is just the coolest. Our identities are intersectional. No reason we cannot bring our whole selves to the table – our faith and sexual orientation (among other identities). #HappyPride https://t.co/ZHvN4ORGeH
— Jo Kaur (@SikhFeminist) June 3, 2019
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https://twitter.com/k_yl__/status/1136010342365126656
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This is beautiful and I am OBSESSED with that turban! 👏🏻😍🏳️🌈
— Jᴀᴄᴋ 👑✨ (@JackDMurphy) June 2, 2019
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That is the absolute best dastaar EVER. Happy Pride, Jiwandeep. 🤗😊
— Xas (@_Xas_) June 2, 2019
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That pride turban is the most amazing thing I’ve seen today! 🥰 🏳️🌈
— Dr. Jennifer Honeycutt 🏳️🌈🧠👩🏼🔬 (@ohambiguity) June 1, 2019
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Love is love. Yes. https://t.co/BKvnae041A
— Irene Milleiro (@irenemilleiro) June 4, 2019
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U r rocking that turban and this life. Love.
— Patty Keough (@pattykeough) June 5, 2019
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That pride turban is EVERYTHING!
— Dr. Héloïse Stevance 💖💥 (@Sydonahi) June 2, 2019
With so much publicity, the #PrideTurban came to the attention of Barack Obama.
You've got a lot to be proud of, Jiwandeep. Thanks for everything you do to make this country a little more equal. Turban looks great, by the way. Happy Pride Month, everybody! https://t.co/SO7mgnOkgl
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) June 4, 2019
Jiwandeep was so touched, he made the former president this offer.
I’m a fairly verbose person, but today I am lost for words. Thank you for your support and the complement, Mr. Obama. If I can ever repay them with pastries, please let me know! https://t.co/ZjJzXN4MM6
— Jiwandeep Kohli (@jiwandeepkohli) June 4, 2019
We’re happy to take some off his hands if he isn’t hungry.