Europe and Central Asia

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  • Press releases & statements

28 July 2026

Amrou Al-Kadhi to host 2026 International Pride Awards ceremony at WorldPride Amsterdam

The British-Iraqi writer, filmmaker, and performer also known as Glamrou will host the ceremony during the Human Rights Conference at WorldPride Amsterdam

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  • Videos

27 July 2026

Berlin Pride – CSD Berlin 2026: “Love will win. Empathy will win”

A message of solidarity from our Executive Director, Julia Ehrt, following the attack against Berlin Pride in July 2026: "A world fueled by love, by choice, and by self-determination is so much stronger and more desirable than one forged over hate and fear."

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16 July 2026

2026 International Pride Awards: multiple supporters join in celebrating LGBTIQ+ equality heroes

UNDP and ILGA World welcome Deutsche Bank and OUTtv as supporters of the 2026 International Pride Awards ceremony and broadcast

  • Explainers

15 June 2026

With our global LGBTI communities at the 62nd UN Human Rights Council (HRC62)

The 62nd session of the UN Nations Human Rights Council begins in Geneva, and ILGA World will be there for our global LGBTI communities. Find out more about what we will focus on

  • Film screenings; performances; and cultural events

5 February 2026

When everyone can compete: Inclusion and the power of sport

On 21 February, join us at the Pride House in Milan during the Winter Olympics 2026 for an event addressing the power of inclusion in sport

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  • Stories

5 February 2026

Heated rivalry and Olympic values: LGBTI athletes and communities at the Winter Olympics 2026

LGBTI athletes and communities look forward to joining the Winter Olympics 2026 in a global celebration of sports and its values. ILGA World will be there, too!

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23 January 2026

Russia further targets LGBTI activists, designates ILGA World as “undesirable” organisation

In yet another episode of Russia's authoritarian playbook, the law targeting ILGA World aims to ban any cooperation with 'undesirables' for Russian citizens and entities

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  • Film screenings; performances; and cultural events

13 October 2025

Human rights cities for all: LGBTIQ+ inclusive cities

On 16 October, join us for a half-day online event to explore approaches, policies, and practices towards LGBTIQ+-inclusive cities

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8 October 2025

Celebrate International Lesbian Day with community victories

On this 8 October, we asked our Women's committee members: "What is a victory that you are proud of?". Here is what they told us.