The festivities began with a mingle at the Spira cultural center followed by an inaugural ceremony with speeches from representatives from the Jönköping County Region, the County Administrative Board, the municipality and Qom out.

One of the visitors was Joacim Sjökvist.

- I intend to participate as much as I can this week actually. I think it is more important than ever to take part in this and learn, to bring knowledge to workplaces and in social contexts.

During the week, lectures and various cultural events will take place around the city and the festival will conclude this weekend with Pride Parade.