But to what extent does a specifically Dutch tolerance exist, or a Dutch leadership role in acceptance, for that matter? I've become more sceptical in this regard over the years. We like to think of the Netherlands as a tolerant country, including where homosexuality is concerned. The Netherlands has a reputation as a leader when it comes to the acceptance of homosexuality.

But what is the current state of acceptance of homosexuality and LGBTI+ rights in the Netherlands? Four questions for John de Wit, Professor of Social and Behavioural Sciences and an expert in the study of homosexuality and social sciences. This parade and the subsequent festival are a celebration of LGBTI+ rights. Last week, all of Amsterdam was given over to Gay Pride: for an entire week, extra attention for the acceptance of homosexuality and LGBTI+ rights was asked and given, capped off by the world-famous Amsterdam Pride Parade.