Midsumma Festival organisers cited "unacceptable violence" at last year's march and extensive feedback with key stakeholders for its "trauma informed" decision to bar official work attire.
Midsumma Pride March after the festival announced work uniforms would not be permitted in this year's parade.
"Whilst triggers are unique to individuals, trauma-informed practice prioritises safety and seeks to remove, where practical, common triggers identified as barriers to diverse community engagement. The procession follows a kilometre-long route through St Kilda and is expected to include 7400 marchers and attract more than 45,000 supporters this year.
But Victoria Police labelled the decision as "a backwards step for inclusion", including its cohort of LGBTQIA+ employees.
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