An LGBT pride flag has been launched into the outer space for the first time, with the help of a U.S. non-profit organization, Planting Peace.
The pride flag was attached to a high-altitude weather balloon and was launched near Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Aug. 17. According to BBC, it floated 21.1 miles (34.1km) above for three hours before landing back to Earth. The bold and brilliant move was made in hopes to spread peace and to have a symbolic representation that space is an LGBT-friendly place.
"It was an honor to send the first Pride flag into space, and it provided a wonderful opportunity to show that Planting Peace will not stop fighting for LGBT rights until all sexual and gender minorities experience full, fundamental rights in every corner of the universe," Aaron Jackson, President of Planting Peace, told The Huffington Post.
He added: "The backdrop of space gave us a stunning, inspiring and peaceful canvas for our message of hope to our LGBTQ family. I would love for LGBTQ children who are struggling to see this, and look up to the stars and remember that the universe shines brightly for them, and they are not alone."
The momentous event was captured via GoPro camera.
According to NBC, Planting Peace has been active in promoting LGBTQ rights for the past years. One of their most notable feats was putting up a billboard showing Donald Trump and Ted Cruz in a tender embrace. The bold depiction, which was set up at the Republican National Convention was included with the words "End Homophobia."
Aside from LGBTQ rights initiatives, the group also promotes humanitarian aids and sustainable environment through campaigns such as children deworming and enhancing network of orphanages and safe havens. They also have conservation efforts in the rainforests of Peru.
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