[2][6] In turn, Tbilisi Pride organizers called on authorities to investigate the threats and ensure attendees' safety.

[2][5][6] On 17 June, the Georgian Interior Ministry denied the organizers permission to hold the events, due to "security threats".

[4] In light of these events, and ongoing political protests against Sergei Gavrilov, organizers postponed the March for Dignity to July 2019.

[3][8] After initially telling journalists the event had been cancelled, a small parade of about two dozen marchers was held on 8 July without incident.

[11] In 2022, Tbilisi Pride was held from 28 June to 2 July without a March for Dignity or other public events, due to security concerns.