Tag: LGBTI rights
China: Progress on LGBTI rights. But more to do
LGBTI rights in China are moving in the right direction, slowly. The country’s ancient history and literature is scattered with references to gay men, such as Emperor Ai who, legend has it, cut off his sleeve rather than wake his male lover during the Han dynasty (206BC to AD220).
Council LGBTI Conclusions are Trojan horse: legitimising homophobia
Last Thursday, the Council of the European Union adopted its conclusions on LGBTI equality. It is the first time ever that the Council adopts a document addressing LGBTI equality.
No ifs or buts – time for the EU to show where it stands on LGBTI equality
A set of conclusions on LGBTI equality adopted by European social affairs ministers yesterday (16 June 2016) have been received with very mixed emotions by ILGA-Europe.
European Parliamentarians heading to Kiev Pride
For the second time in a row, a Pride March is scheduled to take place in Kiev this Sunday. From the European Parliament, Vice-President of the LGBTI Intergroup Sophie in ‘t Veld, and members Ana Gomes and Rebecca Harms will march along for equality and human rights.
Mr Gay Europe 2016 takes place in Sweden and Norway!
The 10th Mr Gay Europe finale takes place in the Scandinavian countries Norway and Sweden, and the main theme is as it has been since 2005; Unity through Diversity.
Princess Mary of Denmark speaks out in favour of gay and trans rights
Australian-born Crown Princess Mary of Denmark delivers the opening address at the European IDAHO forum, calling for “a life of dignity for all”.