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Unequal rights granted to rainbow families in different countries remain one of the most serious challenges in Europe. How can EU citizens be guaranteed the right to freedom of movement, when crossing a border may mean losing parental rights or having a marriage, valid in one’s own country, not legally recognized? How, in the face of growing opposition to equality, can international alliances and political support be built? How can we counter regression in states that not long ago were leaders of change? These are just some of the questions addressed during the conference “Ensuring equality for rainbow families in...

The first attempt to introduce a civil partnership law in Poland took place 22 years ago. In that time, an entire generation has been born, grown up, and gained the right to vote — and yet, despite political promises, nothing has changed. To this day, our country has no legal framework that guarantees protection and security for same-sex couples. Millions of gay, lesbian, and bisexual people living in relationships, building families in which an estimated 50,000 children are being raised, are tired of waiting! And not only them. LGBT+ people do not live in isolation! Their families, friends, neighbors, and...

The Crowns of Equality are considered one of the most prestigious awards in Poland for work in support of the LGBT+ community. Decide who will receive this year’s awards – your vote counts until September 22 at www.koronyrownosci.pl. Meet the nominated individuals and groups: ⭐ Activism: Kuba Gawron; Stowarzyszenie Tolerado; Queerowy Garwolin. ⭐ Institutions: Alina Szeptycka (Wrocław City Hall); Department for Equal Treatment; Municipal Cultural Center in Olsztyn. ⭐ Law: Paweł Marcisz and Marcin Górski (case Szypuła and Others v. Poland); Artur Pietryka, Dorota Pudzianowska and Marcin Górski (case Formela and Others v. Poland). ⭐ Politics: Joanna Senyszyn; Katarzyna Kotula;...

During the workshop we conducted for Accenture, participants engaged in exercises based on real-life scenarios – situations where a child asks a difficult, emotionally charged question without openly sharing the identity. In small groups, we explored how key parenting practices – such as active listening, unconditional acceptance, and clear signals of support – can work in real life. The session was enriched by the personal story of a mother of a transgender son, who shared her journey: from uncertainty and fear to deep understanding and pride. We are grateful to the Accenture team for inviting us to lead a workshop...

The Crowns of Equality are one of the most important and prestigious awards that can be received in Poland for activities for the LGBT+ community. This year’s awards will be given in 8 categories, and the winners will be announced during a formal gala on September 25 in Warsaw. Create this event with us – become a Partner of this year’s Crowns of Equality. Awards categories The awards are given in eight categories: Activism, Institutions, Politics, Law, Media, Internet, Culture, Business. People participating in an online vote decide who will receive the statuettes. Meet the people and groups who have...

Words have power. The language we use every day – in emails, conversations, or corporate communication – can support diversity and foster a sense of belonging, but it can also unintentionally exclude. That’s why it’s so important to speak and write in an inclusive way. We had the great pleasure of leading an inclusive language training for the Lipton Poland team. The session took place in an atmosphere of openness, kindness, and mutual respect – thank you for every reflection, question, and for sharing your experience. Participants showed exceptional engagement and attentiveness – it’s thanks to you that the conversation...