Unlock this Crossword Mystery: What’s behind the Colored Stripes? Can you solve it?

Unlock this Crossword Mystery: What’s behind the Colored Stripes? Can you solve it? - PRIDE
With 58-Across, what's represented by this puzzle's colored "stripes"

1. Word associated with LGBTQ+ community
2. Feeling of satisfaction in oneself
3. Seven letters long
4. Each letter stands for something
5. Colored “stripes” in the puzzle
6. Symbol of unity and diversity
7. Celebrated in June
8. Parade full of rainbows
9. An individual or group’s sense of worth

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