On 26 March 2026, the Botswana government published a notice amending the Penal Code, removing paragraphs … Botswana formally removes ban on gay sex from lawRead more
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University of Antwerp and universities of applied sciences relaunch LGBTQIA+ campaign United*
From 4 May to 19 May 2026, the University of Antwerp and universities of applied sciences … University of Antwerp and universities of applied sciences relaunch LGBTQIA+ campaign United*Read more
Brussels Pride 2026 marks 30 years of celebration, struggle, and visibility
Brussels “will shine brighter than ever” on Saturday 16 May 2026, as the city celebrates the … Brussels Pride 2026 marks 30 years of celebration, struggle, and visibilityRead more
NETHERLANDS | LGBTQIA+ discrimination continues to rise
Reports of violence and discrimination against LGBTQIA+ individuals in the Netherlands have surged in recent years, … NETHERLANDS | LGBTQIA+ discrimination continues to riseRead more
8 TO 16 MAY 2026 | The Hague launches Netherlands’ Pride season with a week of unity and visibility
The Hague in the Netherlands launches the 2026 Pride season with Pride The Hague, a week-long … 8 TO 16 MAY 2026 | The Hague launches Netherlands’ Pride season with a week of unity and visibilityRead more
Rainbow Festival Oostende 2026 on Friday 8, Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 May
Ostend on the Belgian Coast hosts the Rainbow Festival Oostende 2026 on Friday 8, Saturday 9 … Rainbow Festival Oostende 2026 on Friday 8, Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 MayRead more
Belarus adopts sweeping anti-LGBTQIA+ information law, joining global crackdown on queer rights, criminalises “promotion” of homosexuality, gender transition, and childlessness
Belarus has adopted a controversial law banning the “propaganda” of consensual same-sex relationships, gender reassignment, and … Belarus adopts sweeping anti-LGBTQIA+ information law, joining global crackdown on queer rights, criminalises “promotion” of homosexuality, gender transition, and childlessnessRead more
European Parliament backs EU-wide ban on conversion therapy
The European Parliament has voted to support a ban on conversion therapy across the European Union, … European Parliament backs EU-wide ban on conversion therapyRead more
GHENT | Regenbooghuis Gent succeeds Casa Rosa
Ghent in East Flanders will once again have a Rainbow House from May 2026, returning to … GHENT | Regenbooghuis Gent succeeds Casa RosaRead more
Global condom and lube prices set to surge as Iran war disrupts supply chains
The world’s largest condom manufacturer, Malaysia’s Karex Bhd, has announced plans to increase prices by 20% … Global condom and lube prices set to surge as Iran war disrupts supply chainsRead more