City: Bruges
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Engaging the Community – LGBTQIA+ City Makers Wanted!
Seeking to foster a truly inclusive and dynamic urban environment, the City of Bruges launched the Queer City Makers Participation Moment. This initiative serves as a crucial good practice in community engagement, specifically targeting local LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies. The goal is to move beyond traditional consultations and actively invite community members to become co-creators…
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Bruges Pride Parade
The Bruges Pride Parade is a vibrant and inclusive celebration that brings a powerful message of diversity, equality, and community to the heart of this historic city. This annual event is a collective effort, organized by local LGBTQIA+ groups and allies, with the clear goal of promoting acceptance and love. The day features a colorful…
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Queer History Cruise
The Queer History Cruise in Bruges is a unique and insightful guided walking tour that explores the rich, yet often overlooked, LGBTQIA+ history of the city. Led by historian and guide Jens Ranson, the tour focuses on the (life) stories of queer individuals who lived in and around Bruges throughout the centuries. It highlights the…
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training on gender – sensitive care
In 2023, we designed a training program to address the unique healthcare needs of LGBTQI+ individuals. We successfully delivered this training to frontline workers in early 2024, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to provide more inclusive care. By raising awareness about specific vulnerabilities and requirements, we aimed to reduce healthcare disparities for this…
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Bystander intervention training
Since the beginning of 2023, over 600 people in Bruges have received bystander intervention training. In these trainings, participants acquire the skills to respond to inappropriate behavior or discrimination. They learn how to intervene and practice these techniques during training sessions. The City of Bruges organizes these trainings in open sessions for interested residents around…
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Vrijplaats Brugge
Vrijplaats Brugge, managed by CGSO, officially opened its doors in April 2024. It aims to be a low-threshold, accessible space for small organizations and associations in the city that need a meeting place, but primarily profiles itself as a connection point for the local LGBTQI+ associations and community. There is an open bar two weeks…