LGBT+ movement

On 29–30 November, another Pride & Parent workshop took place in Wrocław – a unique event dedicated to queer women, mothers, and people with experiences of womanhood who are considering or already pursuing parenthood. During two days of sessions, participants had the opportunity to gain practical knowledge about the legal and medical aspects of LGBT+ parenting, as well as to discuss emotions, relationships, and lived experiences related to parenthood. What consistently proves to be the most valuable element of each meeting is mutual support, openness, and understanding. These qualities transform the workshops from a purely educational format into a space...

In the judgment published today, the Court of Justice of the European Union responded to a preliminary question submitted by the Supreme Administrative Court in Warsaw. The Court has no doubt that Poland must transcribe foreign marriage certificates of same-sex couples. Despite the lack of marriage equality, Poland is obliged to introduce solutions enabling the transcription of a foreign marriage certificate into Polish civil registry records. Polish law under the scrutiny of the Court of Justice of the EU The judgment published today constitutes the CJEU’s response to a preliminary question submitted by the Supreme Administrative Court. While examining a...

Today, November 25, marks the final day to submit applications for the “Building Equality Together” grant programme — an initiative aimed at strengthening the capacity of local groups and organisations working for the LGBT+ community in Poland. The programme focuses particularly on those supporting LGBT+ children and youth, as well as trans, non-binary and intersex people, in towns and cities with up to 250,000 inhabitants. Through this initiative, local organisations, collectives and activists have been able to create spaces of support, acceptance and visibility for LGBT+ communities across Poland. In previous editions, funding was awarded to organisations such as Fundacja...

The initiative aims to strengthen the capacity of local groups and organisations working for the LGBT+ community in Poland (particularly those supporting LGBT+ children and youth, as well as trans, non-binary and intersex people) in towns and cities with up to 250,000 inhabitants. The deadline for submitting projects is November 25. The programme continues KPH’s long-term efforts to empower and connect grassroots activists across the country, especially in regions where LGBT+ initiatives have limited access to funding and institutional support. This year, the fund once again offers local actors the opportunity to grow, gain experience in project implementation and create...

At the end of this year, Mirka Makuchowska – director, longtime member, and co-founder of the Campaign Against Homophobia, will be leaving the organization after 20 years. Her duties will be gradually taken over from November by Miko Czerwiński – a person with extensive experience in activism, management, and advocacy. What will Miko Czerwiński be doing? Starting in January 2026, Miko will assume the position of Director at KPH. They responsibilities include implementing KPH’s new strategy, managing the team, and implementing structural and program changes within the organization. Miko will also maintain relationships with partner organizations, funders, the media, and...

Although a week has passed since the ILGA-Europe Conference in Vilnius, the emotions, conversations, and inspirations that took place there are still with us. It’s one of the most important gatherings of the European LGBT+ movement, which this year, under the theme “Face Forward,” brought together over 420 participants from 55 countries, representing hundreds of organizations and initiatives working for equality. The conference featured more than 70 sessions, workshops, and meetings, including the Regional Marriage Strategy Meeting, dedicated to advancing marriage equality strategies. The Campaign Against Homophobia (Kampania Przeciw Homofobii) was represented by: Miko Czerwiński Miłosz Przepiórkowski We returned from...