2025 Equality Crowns Gala: Video Coverage

On September 25, Warsaw once again became a stage where the most powerful voices in the fight for equality could be heard. During the festive gala marking the seventh edition of the contest organized by the Campaign Against Homophobia, the Equality Crowns were awarded, distinctions given each year to individuals, initiatives, and institutions that bravely advocate for the LGBT+ community. This event, considered one of the most prestigious in Poland, is also a celebration of courage, solidarity, and visibility. Watch the video recap:

Video: Ania Rejman

AWARDEES

Activism – Kuba Gawron, co-author of the Atlas of Hate, for his determination in fighting against “LGBT-free zones” and for his victory over Ordo Iuris.

Institutions – Department for Equal Treatment, for preparing draft bills on civil partnerships and defending the Istanbul Convention.

Law – Paweł Marcisz and Marcin Górski, lawyers behind the case “Szypuła and Others v. Poland” before the European Court of Human Rights, confirming the need to recognize same-sex unions.

Politics – Joanna Senyszyn, Member of the European Parliament, for her consistent support of the LGBT+ community and pro-feminist action.

Media – Leonard Osiadło (OKO.press), for reliable journalism and amplifying the visibility of the queer perspective.

Internet – Mariusz Kozak, Sebastian Szarata, and Mariola Kozak, known from the show “Gogglebox. In Front of the TV,” for breaking stereotypes and portraying the authentic lives of LGBT+ families.

Culture – Intergenerational Dancing by Paulina Braun, for fostering queer visibility and intergenerational connection.

Business – Where is Willy, a brand created by Ksawery, for innovative products supporting trans people and promoting gender euphoria.

The partners of the 2025 Equality Crowns are: Embassy of Australia, Embassy of Belgium – Representation of Flanders in Poland and the Baltic States, Embassy of Ireland, Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Embassy of Norway, Bank BPH, ING Bank Śląski, ISS, Linklaters, Orange, and Sephora. The gala was held under the honorary patronage of the Minister of Culture and National Heritage and the Embassy of Canada. Media partners: Gazeta Wyborcza, OKO.press, OUTfilm, TOK FM, and wyborcza.pl. Matronage: Stonewall Group and Lambda Warsaw.