MAP Flag - Revision history

Jim Burton at 19:36, 25 July 2026

2026-07-25T19:36:08Z

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	:''For an extended list of graphics, see [[Memes and Graphics]].''		:''For an extended list of graphics, see [[Memes and Graphics]].''

	In order to identify themselves, MAPs have designed a '''MAP Flag''', which garnered widespread social media attention in July and August 2018, along with widespread attention for the term "[[Minor Attracted Person]]". Rumors had spread on social media, that MAPs intended to use the flag at pride events, and these fears resurfaced the following summer.		In order to identify themselves, MAPs have designed a '''MAP Flag''', which garnered widespread social media attention in July and August 2018, along with widespread attention for the term "[[Minor Attracted Person]]". Rumors had spread on social media, that MAPs intended to use the flag at pride events, and these fears resurfaced the following summer, becoming a recurring meme from that point onward.

	==A flag for MAPs: Early efforts==		==A flag for MAPs: Early efforts==

Jim Burton: /* Later controversies */

2026-07-05T16:53:00Z

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	In June, 2021, a video posted by the iconic children’s TV show ''Blues Clues'', in support of Pride month, appeared to show an inverted NOMAP Flag in one of its segments, leading to further hysteria on social media. Some users have since pointed out that the flag represented appeared to be the Gender Questioning Flag.<ref>[https://libreddit.esmailelbob.xyz/r/questions/comments/nqlsf4/does_the_blues_clues_lgbt_pride_parade_episode/ Reddit: Blues Clues]</ref>		In June, 2021, a video posted by the iconic children’s TV show ''Blues Clues'', in support of Pride month, appeared to show an inverted NOMAP Flag in one of its segments, leading to further hysteria on social media. Some users have since pointed out that the flag represented appeared to be the Gender Questioning Flag.<ref>[https://libreddit.esmailelbob.xyz/r/questions/comments/nqlsf4/does_the_blues_clues_lgbt_pride_parade_episode/ Reddit: Blues Clues]</ref>

	In 2023, considerable controversy ensued after a Twitter user revealed what she described as a [[Youth Attracted Person]] flag (featured in article).		In 2023, considerable controversy ensued after a Twitter user revealed what she described as a [[Youth Attracted Person]] flag (featured in article).

			Other controversies have involved use of the flag in [[MAP Merch Shop\|merchandising]], and occasional minor virals in which the flag graphic is seen online and sometimes in meatspaces. The general view among MAPs as to the value of these events is a positive one, since they are seen as normalizing the presence of semi-open MAPs in the community. A notable [[MAPocalypse\|controversy]] in 2026 involved the "Pedo Lives Matter" variant of the [[Mu\|2023 Union MAP Flag]], as shared in a space populated by [[Lolicon]]s.

	===MAP colours supposedly copied to LGBTQ+ "Progress Pride" flag?===		===MAP colours supposedly copied to LGBTQ+ "Progress Pride" flag?===

Jim Burton: /* Variations and real-life sightings */

2025-11-16T16:28:40Z

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	File:Zoostrugburnflag.png\|<small>Small-time [[Validity Policing\|Validity Sadist]] and MAP-Adjacent Influencer, "Zoophile Struggle Tweets" burns Newgon's revised MAP Flag and lights a joint</small>		File:Zoostrugburnflag.png\|<small>Small-time [[Validity Policing\|Validity Sadist]] and MAP-Adjacent Influencer, "Zoophile Struggle Tweets" burns Newgon's revised MAP Flag and lights a joint</small>
	File:217 - anti-map flag artist chizu type edit.png\|The MAP Flag [[Anti-MAP Flag\|inspired]] an imitation [[Anti]]-MAP Flag, featured here		File:217 - anti-map flag artist chizu type edit.png\|The MAP Flag [[Anti-MAP Flag\|inspired]] an imitation [[Anti]]-MAP Flag, featured here
	File:MAPFlagDE.jpg\|A MAP Flag is unfurled at a (2022) Pride protest in Cologne, Germany<ref>[https://krumme13.org/news.php?s=read&id=4831 K13 - Limited use of MAP Flag at protest] and [https://reduxx.info/pro-pedophilia-activists-marched-for-equal-rights-at-2022-cologne-pride/ Reduxx version]</ref>		File:MAPFlagDE.jpg\|A MAP Flag is unfurled at a (2022) Pride protest in Cologne, Germany<ref>[https://krumme13.org/news.php?s=read&id=4831 K13 - Limited use of MAP Flag at protest] and [https://reduxx.info/pro-pedophilia-activists-marched-for-equal-rights-at-2022-cologne-pride/ Reduxx version]</ref><ref>[https://pedofilie-info.cz/nejenhomo/Czech_and_Slovak_Pedophile_Community_%28CEPEK%29_participation_on_Prague_Pride.html Similar protest participation in Czechia, but appears not to have been updated in the "MAP Flag" era]</ref>
	File:Kershaw.png\|MAP Flag allegedly found in a service station toilet by an X user.		File:Kershaw.png\|MAP Flag allegedly found in a service station toilet by an X user.
	File:Maprefghfgh.jpg\|Flag website sticker located at roadside		File:Maprefghfgh.jpg\|Flag website sticker located at roadside

Jim Burton: /* MAP colors "copied to LGBTQ+ "Progress Pride" flag"? */

2025-10-02T15:03:56Z

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	In 2023, considerable controversy ensued after a Twitter user revealed what she described as a [[Youth Attracted Person]] flag (featured in article).		In 2023, considerable controversy ensued after a Twitter user revealed what she described as a [[Youth Attracted Person]] flag (featured in article).

	===MAP ~~colors "~~copied to LGBTQ+ "Progress Pride" flag"?===		===MAP colours supposedly copied to LGBTQ+ "Progress Pride" flag?===

	One common claim, often seen among American Christian conspiracy theorists is that the better-known and much-maligned [[Wikipedia:Rainbow_flag_(LGBT)#Variations\|Progress Pride Flag]] contains the colors of the MAP Flag,<ref>[https://www.catholicarena.com/latest/2023/7/12/paedophile-reference-in-progress-pride-flag Catholic Arena: Groomer colours in the Transgender & Progress-Pride Flags]</ref> in order to "include MAPs in the LGBTQ+ community". These claims, which appear to be far-fetched, are disputed by fact checkers.<ref>[https://www.reuters.com/article/idUSL1N37S2DT Reuters Fact Check: Progress Pride Flag]</ref>		One common claim, often seen among American Christian conspiracy theorists is that the better-known and much-maligned [[Wikipedia:Rainbow_flag_(LGBT)#Variations\|Progress Pride Flag]] contains the colors of the MAP Flag,<ref>[https://www.catholicarena.com/latest/2023/7/12/paedophile-reference-in-progress-pride-flag Catholic Arena: Groomer colours in the Transgender & Progress-Pride Flags]</ref> in order to "include MAPs in the LGBTQ+ community". These claims, which appear to be far-fetched, are disputed by fact checkers.<ref>[https://www.reuters.com/article/idUSL1N37S2DT Reuters Fact Check: Progress Pride Flag]</ref>

Jim Burton: /* MAP colors "copied to pride flag"? */

2025-10-02T15:03:15Z

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	In 2023, considerable controversy ensued after a Twitter user revealed what she described as a [[Youth Attracted Person]] flag (featured in article).		In 2023, considerable controversy ensued after a Twitter user revealed what she described as a [[Youth Attracted Person]] flag (featured in article).

	===MAP colors "copied to ~~pride~~ flag"?===		===MAP colors "copied to LGBTQ+ "Progress Pride" flag"?===

	One common claim, often seen among American Christian conspiracy theorists is that the better-known and much-maligned [[Wikipedia:Rainbow_flag_(LGBT)#Variations\|Progress Pride Flag]] contains the colors of the MAP Flag,<ref>[https://www.catholicarena.com/latest/2023/7/12/paedophile-reference-in-progress-pride-flag Catholic Arena: Groomer colours in the Transgender & Progress-Pride Flags]</ref> in order to "include MAPs in the LGBTQ+ community". These claims, which appear to be far-fetched, are disputed by fact checkers.<ref>[https://www.reuters.com/article/idUSL1N37S2DT Reuters Fact Check: Progress Pride Flag]</ref>		One common claim, often seen among American Christian conspiracy theorists is that the better-known and much-maligned [[Wikipedia:Rainbow_flag_(LGBT)#Variations\|Progress Pride Flag]] contains the colors of the MAP Flag,<ref>[https://www.catholicarena.com/latest/2023/7/12/paedophile-reference-in-progress-pride-flag Catholic Arena: Groomer colours in the Transgender & Progress-Pride Flags]</ref> in order to "include MAPs in the LGBTQ+ community". These claims, which appear to be far-fetched, are disputed by fact checkers.<ref>[https://www.reuters.com/article/idUSL1N37S2DT Reuters Fact Check: Progress Pride Flag]</ref>

Jim Burton: /* Variations and real-life sightings */

2025-09-16T08:58:08Z

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	File:MAPflagunitedlarge.svg\|2021 version. <small>Designed via [[Yesmap]] server and first published here as a Flag to be used by all MAPs. Sometimes referred to as the ''United MAP Flag'' on [[Pediverse]] due to the fact its creator stated that as his rationale</small><ref><small>It can also be noted that in 2023 a MAP [[MAP Merch Shop\|merchandise shop]] at one point sold goods describing this variant as the "United MAP Flag", popularizing this as the name. Sometimes, the 2021 variant is considered an unofficial [[pro-c]] symbol due to the controversy.</small></ref>		File:MAPflagunitedlarge.svg\|2021 version. <small>Designed via [[Yesmap]] server and first published here as a Flag to be used by all MAPs. Sometimes referred to as the ''United MAP Flag'' on [[Pediverse]] due to the fact its creator stated that as his rationale</small><ref><small>It can also be noted that in 2023 a MAP [[MAP Merch Shop\|merchandise shop]] at one point sold goods describing this variant as the "United MAP Flag", popularizing this as the name. Sometimes, the 2021 variant is considered an unofficial [[pro-c]] symbol due to the controversy.</small></ref>
	File:Gradient.jpeg\|Philist's (2009) concept. <small>Designed on Newgon Forums, this is among the first known attempts to design a flag by and for MAPs. Due to its age, it remains little-known.</small>		File:Gradient.jpeg\|Philist's (2009) concept. <small>Designed on Newgon Forums, this is among the first known attempts to design a flag by and for MAPs. Due to its age, it remains little-known.</small>
	File:Nomap-pride-pink-blue.png\|2025 variant proposed as a [[NOMAP]] Flag by dreamstate, [[Virped\|Virtuous Pedophiles]]. This came in [[Media:Nomap-pride-rainbow.png\|two versions]].		File:Nomap-pride-pink-blue.png\|2025 variant proposed as a [[NOMAP]] Flag by dreamstate, [[Virped\|Virtuous Pedophiles]]. This came in [[Media:Nomap-pride-rainbow.png\|two versions]] - border added.
	File:Kcruz mapflag.png\|[[Katie Cruz]] with MAP Flag		File:Kcruz mapflag.png\|[[Katie Cruz]] with MAP Flag
	File:Mythebe.png\|MAP Flag Coffee Cup (Mythebe, Free Speech Tube)		File:Mythebe.png\|MAP Flag Coffee Cup (Mythebe, Free Speech Tube)

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2025-09-16T07:56:14Z

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	File:MAPflagunitedlarge.svg\|2021 version. <small>Designed via [[Yesmap]] server and first published here as a Flag to be used by all MAPs. Sometimes referred to as the ''United MAP Flag'' on [[Pediverse]] due to the fact its creator stated that as his rationale</small><ref><small>It can also be noted that in 2023 a MAP [[MAP Merch Shop\|merchandise shop]] at one point sold goods describing this variant as the "United MAP Flag", popularizing this as the name. Sometimes, the 2021 variant is considered an unofficial [[pro-c]] symbol due to the controversy.</small></ref>		File:MAPflagunitedlarge.svg\|2021 version. <small>Designed via [[Yesmap]] server and first published here as a Flag to be used by all MAPs. Sometimes referred to as the ''United MAP Flag'' on [[Pediverse]] due to the fact its creator stated that as his rationale</small><ref><small>It can also be noted that in 2023 a MAP [[MAP Merch Shop\|merchandise shop]] at one point sold goods describing this variant as the "United MAP Flag", popularizing this as the name. Sometimes, the 2021 variant is considered an unofficial [[pro-c]] symbol due to the controversy.</small></ref>
	File:Gradient.jpeg\|Philist's (2009) concept. <small>Designed on Newgon Forums, this is among the first known attempts to design a flag by and for MAPs. Due to its age, it remains little-known.</small>		File:Gradient.jpeg\|Philist's (2009) concept. <small>Designed on Newgon Forums, this is among the first known attempts to design a flag by and for MAPs. Due to its age, it remains little-known.</small>
			File:Nomap-pride-pink-blue.png\|2025 variant proposed as a [[NOMAP]] Flag by dreamstate, [[Virped\|Virtuous Pedophiles]]. This came in [[Media:Nomap-pride-rainbow.png\|two versions]].
	File:Kcruz mapflag.png\|[[Katie Cruz]] with MAP Flag		File:Kcruz mapflag.png\|[[Katie Cruz]] with MAP Flag
	File:Mythebe.png\|MAP Flag Coffee Cup (Mythebe, Free Speech Tube)		File:Mythebe.png\|MAP Flag Coffee Cup (Mythebe, Free Speech Tube)

Jim Burton: /* Variations and real-life sightings */ This variant is probably the most widely used alternative

2025-09-04T11:09:44Z

Variations and real-life sightings: This variant is probably the most widely used alternative

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	<gallery>		<gallery>
			File:Yesmap.png\|2022 "Yesmap Flag" - exclusive [[pro-c]] symbol, designed on Yesmap server and first published here (some use)
	File:Mapunion.png\|Union MAP Flag conceived on Element in 2023, finalized by Jim Burton.<small> The horizontal gradient runs between colors approximating those of both the 2021 and 2018 flags, each usually preferred by different parts of the community.</small>		File:Mapunion.png\|Union MAP Flag conceived on Element in 2023, finalized by Jim Burton.<small> The horizontal gradient runs between colors approximating those of both the 2021 and 2018 flags, each usually preferred by different parts of the community.</small>
	File:MAPflagunitedlarge.svg\|2021 version. <small>Designed via [[Yesmap]] server and first published here as a Flag to be used by all MAPs. Sometimes referred to as the ''United MAP Flag'' on [[Pediverse]] due to the fact its creator stated that as his rationale</small><ref><small>It can also be noted that in 2023 a MAP [[MAP Merch Shop\|merchandise shop]] at one point sold goods describing this variant as the "United MAP Flag", popularizing this as the name. Sometimes, the 2021 variant is considered an unofficial [[pro-c]] symbol due to the controversy.</small></ref>		File:MAPflagunitedlarge.svg\|2021 version. <small>Designed via [[Yesmap]] server and first published here as a Flag to be used by all MAPs. Sometimes referred to as the ''United MAP Flag'' on [[Pediverse]] due to the fact its creator stated that as his rationale</small><ref><small>It can also be noted that in 2023 a MAP [[MAP Merch Shop\|merchandise shop]] at one point sold goods describing this variant as the "United MAP Flag", popularizing this as the name. Sometimes, the 2021 variant is considered an unofficial [[pro-c]] symbol due to the controversy.</small></ref>
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	File:F6d28.jpeg\|MAP and Zoo stickers, NNIA.space		File:F6d28.jpeg\|MAP and Zoo stickers, NNIA.space
	File:Redditmf.png\|MAP Flag spotted in an urban environment in 2023 by a Reddit user.<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/vexillology/comments/179uj3p/please_help_to_identify_the_flag_i_saw_while/ Please help to identify the flag I saw while taking a walk today. Seems to be a pride flag of sorts (from colors and design), although I'm not sure.]</ref>		File:Redditmf.png\|MAP Flag spotted in an urban environment in 2023 by a Reddit user.<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/vexillology/comments/179uj3p/please_help_to_identify_the_flag_i_saw_while/ Please help to identify the flag I saw while taking a walk today. Seems to be a pride flag of sorts (from colors and design), although I'm not sure.]</ref>
	~~File:Yesmap.png\|2022 "Yesmap Flag" - exclusive [[pro-c]] symbol, designed on Yesmap server and first published here (rarely used)~~
	File:2024X.png\|<small>In 2024, Anti-c's on X attempted to de-legitimize variants of the MAP Flag, attempting to introduce the idea that the potential link between 2009 and 2018 concepts was once presented as plagiarism</small>		File:2024X.png\|<small>In 2024, Anti-c's on X attempted to de-legitimize variants of the MAP Flag, attempting to introduce the idea that the potential link between 2009 and 2018 concepts was once presented as plagiarism</small>
	File:Orig.png\|A response meme was made.		File:Orig.png\|A response meme was made.

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	Stenna's flag graphic then spread throughout social media, although after its removal by Tumblr, Stenna's page was then squatted by a hostile actor.<ref>[https://archive.md/hwOAT Stenna Tumblr - Hostile takeover]</ref> Tumblr trolls have subsequently been suggested by various "fact checkers" as the true source of the flag, although this is likely to have resulted from the confusion surrounding Tumblr's censorship attempt. The initial controversy surrounding Stenna's 2018 flag extended beyond social media, infecting the gay press.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20220916162653/https://attitude.co.uk/article/paedophiles-want-to-be-accepted-by-the-lgbt-community-claiming-they-are-minorities/18461/ Attitude: Paedophiles want to be accepted by the LGBT community claiming they are minorities]</ref><ref>[https://www.thegayuk.com/paedophiles-have-created-their-own-pride-flag/ Thegayuk: Disgustingly, paedophiles have created their own Pride flag]</ref> In one article, ''GayStarNews'' (an outlet who once ran a puff piece for the events of a convicted ticketing fraudster, using a shortened version of his name<ref>[https://southwarknews.co.uk/news/crime/fraudster-jailed-after-80000-concert-ticket-scam/ Fraudster jailed after £80,000 concert ticket scam]</ref><ref>[https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/news/article-2123283/Ticket-tout-Michael-Rangos-faces-big-taxman.html Ticket tout tax avoidance]</ref><ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20210516004853/https://www.gaystarnews.com/article/will-you-darling-meetup-london/ GayStarNews puff piece for ticket tout fraudster]</ref>) attempted to discredit the 2018 flag as not being "a real pride flag". In the [[Historical examples of LGBT-MAP unity\|historically ignorant]] article, GayStarNews incorrectly<ref>[https://www.researchgate.net/publication/333361120_I'm_Not_like_That_So_Am_I_Gay_The_Use_of_Queer-Spectrum_Identity_Labels_Among_Minor-Attracted_People Allyn Walker on MAPs and identity labels]</ref> stated that pedophiles were attempting to re-enter the LGBTQ community, also comparing the publicity to a known [["Pedophile Activism" hoaxes\|hoax]].<ref>[http://web.archive.org/web/20190321133619/https:/www.gaystarnews.com/article/no-this-isnt-a-real-pride-flag-it-represents-pedophiles/#gs.k4gift No, this isn’t a real Pride flag—it represents pedophiles - GayStarNews]</ref> These "hoax" claims were repeated elsewhere.<ref>[https://hornet.com/stories/minor-attracted-persons-flag-hoax/ Hornet: The ‘Minor Attracted Persons’ Flag Appears to Be a Hoax to Connect LGBTQs with Pedophilia]</ref><ref>[https://www.them.us/story/behind-the-weird-internet-scheme-to-associate-pedophiles-with-the-lgbtq-community Them: Behind the Weird Internet Scheme to Associate Pedophiles with the LGBTQ+ Community]</ref>		Stenna's flag graphic then spread throughout social media, although after its removal by Tumblr, Stenna's page was then squatted by a hostile actor.<ref>[https://archive.md/hwOAT Stenna Tumblr - Hostile takeover]</ref> Tumblr trolls have subsequently been suggested by various "fact checkers" as the true source of the flag, although this is likely to have resulted from the confusion surrounding Tumblr's censorship attempt. The initial controversy surrounding Stenna's 2018 flag extended beyond social media, infecting the gay press.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20220916162653/https://attitude.co.uk/article/paedophiles-want-to-be-accepted-by-the-lgbt-community-claiming-they-are-minorities/18461/ Attitude: Paedophiles want to be accepted by the LGBT community claiming they are minorities]</ref><ref>[https://www.thegayuk.com/paedophiles-have-created-their-own-pride-flag/ Thegayuk: Disgustingly, paedophiles have created their own Pride flag]</ref> In one article, ''GayStarNews'' (an outlet who once ran a puff piece for the events of a convicted ticketing fraudster, using a shortened version of his name<ref>[https://southwarknews.co.uk/news/crime/fraudster-jailed-after-80000-concert-ticket-scam/ Fraudster jailed after £80,000 concert ticket scam]</ref><ref>[https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/news/article-2123283/Ticket-tout-Michael-Rangos-faces-big-taxman.html Ticket tout tax avoidance]</ref><ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20210516004853/https://www.gaystarnews.com/article/will-you-darling-meetup-london/ GayStarNews puff piece for ticket tout fraudster]</ref>) attempted to discredit the 2018 flag as not being "a real pride flag". In the [[Historical examples of LGBT-MAP unity\|historically ignorant]] article, GayStarNews incorrectly<ref>[https://www.researchgate.net/publication/333361120_I'm_Not_like_That_So_Am_I_Gay_The_Use_of_Queer-Spectrum_Identity_Labels_Among_Minor-Attracted_People Allyn Walker on MAPs and identity labels]</ref> stated that pedophiles were attempting to re-enter the LGBTQ community, also comparing the publicity to a known [["Pedophile Activism" hoaxes\|hoax]].<ref>[http://web.archive.org/web/20190321133619/https:/www.gaystarnews.com/article/no-this-isnt-a-real-pride-flag-it-represents-pedophiles/#gs.k4gift No, this isn’t a real Pride flag—it represents pedophiles - GayStarNews]</ref> These "hoax" claims were repeated elsewhere.<ref>[https://hornet.com/stories/minor-attracted-persons-flag-hoax/ Hornet: The ‘Minor Attracted Persons’ Flag Appears to Be a Hoax to Connect LGBTQs with Pedophilia]</ref><ref>[https://www.them.us/story/behind-the-weird-internet-scheme-to-associate-pedophiles-with-the-lgbtq-community Them: Behind the Weird Internet Scheme to Associate Pedophiles with the LGBTQ+ Community]</ref>
	~~File:F6d28.jpeg\|MAP Stickers and Zoo stickers, NNIA.space~~
	Since it was published, the MAP Flag has become internet folklore, attracting many variations inspired by common alternative pride flags. These have been wrongly interpreted as [[Historical examples of LGBT-MAP unity\|LGBT]] re-entryist attempts by MAPs. The 2021 version, and a [[:File:Yesmap.png\|subsequent pro-c proposal]] have caused some controversy on Twitter.com, with smalltime influencers burning printed versions on camera, and members rowing over what version of the flag should be considered the "legitimate" MAP Flag.		Since it was published, the MAP Flag has become internet folklore, attracting many variations inspired by common alternative pride flags. These have been wrongly interpreted as [[Historical examples of LGBT-MAP unity\|LGBT]] re-entryist attempts by MAPs. The 2021 version, and a [[:File:Yesmap.png\|subsequent pro-c proposal]] have caused some controversy on Twitter.com, with smalltime influencers burning printed versions on camera, and members rowing over what version of the flag should be considered the "legitimate" MAP Flag.

Jim Burton: /* Variations and real-life sightings */

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	File:Hjmmhmjmnhjgfg.jpg\|Lapel pin/badge		File:Hjmmhmjmnhjgfg.jpg\|Lapel pin/badge
	File:German2.jpg\|MAPSupport.de [[Pediverse\|Fediverse]] user Consuela creates T Shirts from a meme		File:German2.jpg\|MAPSupport.de [[Pediverse\|Fediverse]] user Consuela creates T Shirts from a meme
			File:F6d28.jpeg\|MAP and Zoo stickers, NNIA.space
	File:Redditmf.png\|MAP Flag spotted in an urban environment in 2023 by a Reddit user.<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/vexillology/comments/179uj3p/please_help_to_identify_the_flag_i_saw_while/ Please help to identify the flag I saw while taking a walk today. Seems to be a pride flag of sorts (from colors and design), although I'm not sure.]</ref>		File:Redditmf.png\|MAP Flag spotted in an urban environment in 2023 by a Reddit user.<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/vexillology/comments/179uj3p/please_help_to_identify_the_flag_i_saw_while/ Please help to identify the flag I saw while taking a walk today. Seems to be a pride flag of sorts (from colors and design), although I'm not sure.]</ref>
	File:Yesmap.png\|2022 "Yesmap Flag" - exclusive [[pro-c]] symbol, designed on Yesmap server and first published here (rarely used)		File:Yesmap.png\|2022 "Yesmap Flag" - exclusive [[pro-c]] symbol, designed on Yesmap server and first published here (rarely used)

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	File:Zoostrugburnflag.png\|<small>Small-time [[Validity Policing\|Validity Sadist]] and MAP-Adjacent Influencer, "Zoophile Struggle Tweets" burns Newgon's revised MAP Flag and lights a joint</small>		File:Zoostrugburnflag.png\|<small>Small-time [[Validity Policing\|Validity Sadist]] and MAP-Adjacent Influencer, "Zoophile Struggle Tweets" burns Newgon's revised MAP Flag and lights a joint</small>
	File:217 - anti-map flag artist chizu type edit.png\|The MAP Flag [[Anti-MAP Flag\|inspired]] an imitation [[Anti]]-MAP Flag, featured here		File:217 - anti-map flag artist chizu type edit.png\|The MAP Flag [[Anti-MAP Flag\|inspired]] an imitation [[Anti]]-MAP Flag, featured here
	File:MAPFlagDE.jpg\|A MAP Flag is unfurled at a (2022) Pride protest in Cologne, Germany<ref>[https://krumme13.org/news.php?s=read&id=4831 K13 - Limited use of MAP Flag at protest] and [https://reduxx.info/pro-pedophilia-activists-marched-for-equal-rights-at-2022-cologne-pride/ Reduxx version]</ref>		File:MAPFlagDE.jpg\|A MAP Flag is unfurled at a (2022) Pride protest in Cologne, Germany<ref>[https://krumme13.org/news.php?s=read&id=4831 K13 - Limited use of MAP Flag at protest] and [https://reduxx.info/pro-pedophilia-activists-marched-for-equal-rights-at-2022-cologne-pride/ Reduxx version]</ref><ref>[https://pedofilie-info.cz/nejenhomo/Czech_and_Slovak_Pedophile_Community_%28CEPEK%29_participation_on_Prague_Pride.html Similar protest participation in Czechia, but appears not to have been updated in the "MAP Flag" era]</ref>
	File:Kershaw.png\|MAP Flag allegedly found in a service station toilet by an X user.		File:Kershaw.png\|MAP Flag allegedly found in a service station toilet by an X user.
	File:Maprefghfgh.jpg\|Flag website sticker located at roadside		File:Maprefghfgh.jpg\|Flag website sticker located at roadside

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	File:MAPflagunitedlarge.svg\|2021 version. <small>Designed via [[Yesmap]] server and first published here as a Flag to be used by all MAPs. Sometimes referred to as the ''United MAP Flag'' on [[Pediverse]] due to the fact its creator stated that as his rationale</small><ref><small>It can also be noted that in 2023 a MAP [[MAP Merch Shop\|merchandise shop]] at one point sold goods describing this variant as the "United MAP Flag", popularizing this as the name. Sometimes, the 2021 variant is considered an unofficial [[pro-c]] symbol due to the controversy.</small></ref>		File:MAPflagunitedlarge.svg\|2021 version. <small>Designed via [[Yesmap]] server and first published here as a Flag to be used by all MAPs. Sometimes referred to as the ''United MAP Flag'' on [[Pediverse]] due to the fact its creator stated that as his rationale</small><ref><small>It can also be noted that in 2023 a MAP [[MAP Merch Shop\|merchandise shop]] at one point sold goods describing this variant as the "United MAP Flag", popularizing this as the name. Sometimes, the 2021 variant is considered an unofficial [[pro-c]] symbol due to the controversy.</small></ref>
	File:Gradient.jpeg\|Philist's (2009) concept. <small>Designed on Newgon Forums, this is among the first known attempts to design a flag by and for MAPs. Due to its age, it remains little-known.</small>		File:Gradient.jpeg\|Philist's (2009) concept. <small>Designed on Newgon Forums, this is among the first known attempts to design a flag by and for MAPs. Due to its age, it remains little-known.</small>
	File:Nomap-pride-pink-blue.png\|2025 variant proposed as a [[NOMAP]] Flag by dreamstate, [[Virped\|Virtuous Pedophiles]]. This came in [[Media:Nomap-pride-rainbow.png\|two versions]].		File:Nomap-pride-pink-blue.png\|2025 variant proposed as a [[NOMAP]] Flag by dreamstate, [[Virped\|Virtuous Pedophiles]]. This came in [[Media:Nomap-pride-rainbow.png\|two versions]] - border added.
	File:Kcruz mapflag.png\|[[Katie Cruz]] with MAP Flag		File:Kcruz mapflag.png\|[[Katie Cruz]] with MAP Flag
	File:Mythebe.png\|MAP Flag Coffee Cup (Mythebe, Free Speech Tube)		File:Mythebe.png\|MAP Flag Coffee Cup (Mythebe, Free Speech Tube)

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	File:MAPflagunitedlarge.svg\|2021 version. <small>Designed via [[Yesmap]] server and first published here as a Flag to be used by all MAPs. Sometimes referred to as the ''United MAP Flag'' on [[Pediverse]] due to the fact its creator stated that as his rationale</small><ref><small>It can also be noted that in 2023 a MAP [[MAP Merch Shop\|merchandise shop]] at one point sold goods describing this variant as the "United MAP Flag", popularizing this as the name. Sometimes, the 2021 variant is considered an unofficial [[pro-c]] symbol due to the controversy.</small></ref>		File:MAPflagunitedlarge.svg\|2021 version. <small>Designed via [[Yesmap]] server and first published here as a Flag to be used by all MAPs. Sometimes referred to as the ''United MAP Flag'' on [[Pediverse]] due to the fact its creator stated that as his rationale</small><ref><small>It can also be noted that in 2023 a MAP [[MAP Merch Shop\|merchandise shop]] at one point sold goods describing this variant as the "United MAP Flag", popularizing this as the name. Sometimes, the 2021 variant is considered an unofficial [[pro-c]] symbol due to the controversy.</small></ref>
	File:Gradient.jpeg\|Philist's (2009) concept. <small>Designed on Newgon Forums, this is among the first known attempts to design a flag by and for MAPs. Due to its age, it remains little-known.</small>		File:Gradient.jpeg\|Philist's (2009) concept. <small>Designed on Newgon Forums, this is among the first known attempts to design a flag by and for MAPs. Due to its age, it remains little-known.</small>
			File:Nomap-pride-pink-blue.png\|2025 variant proposed as a [[NOMAP]] Flag by dreamstate, [[Virped\|Virtuous Pedophiles]]. This came in [[Media:Nomap-pride-rainbow.png\|two versions]].
	File:Kcruz mapflag.png\|[[Katie Cruz]] with MAP Flag		File:Kcruz mapflag.png\|[[Katie Cruz]] with MAP Flag
	File:Mythebe.png\|MAP Flag Coffee Cup (Mythebe, Free Speech Tube)		File:Mythebe.png\|MAP Flag Coffee Cup (Mythebe, Free Speech Tube)

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	<gallery>		<gallery>
			File:Yesmap.png\|2022 "Yesmap Flag" - exclusive [[pro-c]] symbol, designed on Yesmap server and first published here (some use)
	File:Mapunion.png\|Union MAP Flag conceived on Element in 2023, finalized by Jim Burton.<small> The horizontal gradient runs between colors approximating those of both the 2021 and 2018 flags, each usually preferred by different parts of the community.</small>		File:Mapunion.png\|Union MAP Flag conceived on Element in 2023, finalized by Jim Burton.<small> The horizontal gradient runs between colors approximating those of both the 2021 and 2018 flags, each usually preferred by different parts of the community.</small>
	File:MAPflagunitedlarge.svg\|2021 version. <small>Designed via [[Yesmap]] server and first published here as a Flag to be used by all MAPs. Sometimes referred to as the ''United MAP Flag'' on [[Pediverse]] due to the fact its creator stated that as his rationale</small><ref><small>It can also be noted that in 2023 a MAP [[MAP Merch Shop\|merchandise shop]] at one point sold goods describing this variant as the "United MAP Flag", popularizing this as the name. Sometimes, the 2021 variant is considered an unofficial [[pro-c]] symbol due to the controversy.</small></ref>		File:MAPflagunitedlarge.svg\|2021 version. <small>Designed via [[Yesmap]] server and first published here as a Flag to be used by all MAPs. Sometimes referred to as the ''United MAP Flag'' on [[Pediverse]] due to the fact its creator stated that as his rationale</small><ref><small>It can also be noted that in 2023 a MAP [[MAP Merch Shop\|merchandise shop]] at one point sold goods describing this variant as the "United MAP Flag", popularizing this as the name. Sometimes, the 2021 variant is considered an unofficial [[pro-c]] symbol due to the controversy.</small></ref>
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	File:F6d28.jpeg\|MAP and Zoo stickers, NNIA.space		File:F6d28.jpeg\|MAP and Zoo stickers, NNIA.space
	File:Redditmf.png\|MAP Flag spotted in an urban environment in 2023 by a Reddit user.<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/vexillology/comments/179uj3p/please_help_to_identify_the_flag_i_saw_while/ Please help to identify the flag I saw while taking a walk today. Seems to be a pride flag of sorts (from colors and design), although I'm not sure.]</ref>		File:Redditmf.png\|MAP Flag spotted in an urban environment in 2023 by a Reddit user.<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/vexillology/comments/179uj3p/please_help_to_identify_the_flag_i_saw_while/ Please help to identify the flag I saw while taking a walk today. Seems to be a pride flag of sorts (from colors and design), although I'm not sure.]</ref>
	~~File:Yesmap.png\|2022 "Yesmap Flag" - exclusive [[pro-c]] symbol, designed on Yesmap server and first published here (rarely used)~~
	File:2024X.png\|<small>In 2024, Anti-c's on X attempted to de-legitimize variants of the MAP Flag, attempting to introduce the idea that the potential link between 2009 and 2018 concepts was once presented as plagiarism</small>		File:2024X.png\|<small>In 2024, Anti-c's on X attempted to de-legitimize variants of the MAP Flag, attempting to introduce the idea that the potential link between 2009 and 2018 concepts was once presented as plagiarism</small>
	File:Orig.png\|A response meme was made.		File:Orig.png\|A response meme was made.

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	Stenna's flag graphic then spread throughout social media, although after its removal by Tumblr, Stenna's page was then squatted by a hostile actor.<ref>[https://archive.md/hwOAT Stenna Tumblr - Hostile takeover]</ref> Tumblr trolls have subsequently been suggested by various "fact checkers" as the true source of the flag, although this is likely to have resulted from the confusion surrounding Tumblr's censorship attempt. The initial controversy surrounding Stenna's 2018 flag extended beyond social media, infecting the gay press.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20220916162653/https://attitude.co.uk/article/paedophiles-want-to-be-accepted-by-the-lgbt-community-claiming-they-are-minorities/18461/ Attitude: Paedophiles want to be accepted by the LGBT community claiming they are minorities]</ref><ref>[https://www.thegayuk.com/paedophiles-have-created-their-own-pride-flag/ Thegayuk: Disgustingly, paedophiles have created their own Pride flag]</ref> In one article, ''GayStarNews'' (an outlet who once ran a puff piece for the events of a convicted ticketing fraudster, using a shortened version of his name<ref>[https://southwarknews.co.uk/news/crime/fraudster-jailed-after-80000-concert-ticket-scam/ Fraudster jailed after £80,000 concert ticket scam]</ref><ref>[https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/news/article-2123283/Ticket-tout-Michael-Rangos-faces-big-taxman.html Ticket tout tax avoidance]</ref><ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20210516004853/https://www.gaystarnews.com/article/will-you-darling-meetup-london/ GayStarNews puff piece for ticket tout fraudster]</ref>) attempted to discredit the 2018 flag as not being "a real pride flag". In the [[Historical examples of LGBT-MAP unity\|historically ignorant]] article, GayStarNews incorrectly<ref>[https://www.researchgate.net/publication/333361120_I'm_Not_like_That_So_Am_I_Gay_The_Use_of_Queer-Spectrum_Identity_Labels_Among_Minor-Attracted_People Allyn Walker on MAPs and identity labels]</ref> stated that pedophiles were attempting to re-enter the LGBTQ community, also comparing the publicity to a known [["Pedophile Activism" hoaxes\|hoax]].<ref>[http://web.archive.org/web/20190321133619/https:/www.gaystarnews.com/article/no-this-isnt-a-real-pride-flag-it-represents-pedophiles/#gs.k4gift No, this isn’t a real Pride flag—it represents pedophiles - GayStarNews]</ref> These "hoax" claims were repeated elsewhere.<ref>[https://hornet.com/stories/minor-attracted-persons-flag-hoax/ Hornet: The ‘Minor Attracted Persons’ Flag Appears to Be a Hoax to Connect LGBTQs with Pedophilia]</ref><ref>[https://www.them.us/story/behind-the-weird-internet-scheme-to-associate-pedophiles-with-the-lgbtq-community Them: Behind the Weird Internet Scheme to Associate Pedophiles with the LGBTQ+ Community]</ref>		Stenna's flag graphic then spread throughout social media, although after its removal by Tumblr, Stenna's page was then squatted by a hostile actor.<ref>[https://archive.md/hwOAT Stenna Tumblr - Hostile takeover]</ref> Tumblr trolls have subsequently been suggested by various "fact checkers" as the true source of the flag, although this is likely to have resulted from the confusion surrounding Tumblr's censorship attempt. The initial controversy surrounding Stenna's 2018 flag extended beyond social media, infecting the gay press.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20220916162653/https://attitude.co.uk/article/paedophiles-want-to-be-accepted-by-the-lgbt-community-claiming-they-are-minorities/18461/ Attitude: Paedophiles want to be accepted by the LGBT community claiming they are minorities]</ref><ref>[https://www.thegayuk.com/paedophiles-have-created-their-own-pride-flag/ Thegayuk: Disgustingly, paedophiles have created their own Pride flag]</ref> In one article, ''GayStarNews'' (an outlet who once ran a puff piece for the events of a convicted ticketing fraudster, using a shortened version of his name<ref>[https://southwarknews.co.uk/news/crime/fraudster-jailed-after-80000-concert-ticket-scam/ Fraudster jailed after £80,000 concert ticket scam]</ref><ref>[https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/news/article-2123283/Ticket-tout-Michael-Rangos-faces-big-taxman.html Ticket tout tax avoidance]</ref><ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20210516004853/https://www.gaystarnews.com/article/will-you-darling-meetup-london/ GayStarNews puff piece for ticket tout fraudster]</ref>) attempted to discredit the 2018 flag as not being "a real pride flag". In the [[Historical examples of LGBT-MAP unity\|historically ignorant]] article, GayStarNews incorrectly<ref>[https://www.researchgate.net/publication/333361120_I'm_Not_like_That_So_Am_I_Gay_The_Use_of_Queer-Spectrum_Identity_Labels_Among_Minor-Attracted_People Allyn Walker on MAPs and identity labels]</ref> stated that pedophiles were attempting to re-enter the LGBTQ community, also comparing the publicity to a known [["Pedophile Activism" hoaxes\|hoax]].<ref>[http://web.archive.org/web/20190321133619/https:/www.gaystarnews.com/article/no-this-isnt-a-real-pride-flag-it-represents-pedophiles/#gs.k4gift No, this isn’t a real Pride flag—it represents pedophiles - GayStarNews]</ref> These "hoax" claims were repeated elsewhere.<ref>[https://hornet.com/stories/minor-attracted-persons-flag-hoax/ Hornet: The ‘Minor Attracted Persons’ Flag Appears to Be a Hoax to Connect LGBTQs with Pedophilia]</ref><ref>[https://www.them.us/story/behind-the-weird-internet-scheme-to-associate-pedophiles-with-the-lgbtq-community Them: Behind the Weird Internet Scheme to Associate Pedophiles with the LGBTQ+ Community]</ref>
	~~File:F6d28.jpeg\|MAP Stickers and Zoo stickers, NNIA.space~~
	Since it was published, the MAP Flag has become internet folklore, attracting many variations inspired by common alternative pride flags. These have been wrongly interpreted as [[Historical examples of LGBT-MAP unity\|LGBT]] re-entryist attempts by MAPs. The 2021 version, and a [[:File:Yesmap.png\|subsequent pro-c proposal]] have caused some controversy on Twitter.com, with smalltime influencers burning printed versions on camera, and members rowing over what version of the flag should be considered the "legitimate" MAP Flag.		Since it was published, the MAP Flag has become internet folklore, attracting many variations inspired by common alternative pride flags. These have been wrongly interpreted as [[Historical examples of LGBT-MAP unity\|LGBT]] re-entryist attempts by MAPs. The 2021 version, and a [[:File:Yesmap.png\|subsequent pro-c proposal]] have caused some controversy on Twitter.com, with smalltime influencers burning printed versions on camera, and members rowing over what version of the flag should be considered the "legitimate" MAP Flag.