Year: 2025
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Measures to support trans*, inter* and non-binary people in Munich
With the current situation of a simultaneous improvement with the introduction of the self id-law and a massive increase in violence, hate and discrimination strengthening and support of the TIN* community is of great importance. The implementation of the self id law still brings up questions and administrative issues which are addressed in close cooperation…
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MenAsWell
MenAsWell supports LGBTQIA+ individuals, especially gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (gbMSM), through education, visibility, peer support, and therapy. These efforts address the psychological harm of sexual violence, with 25% of gbMSM affected annually. The program counters stigma and harmful masculinity norms with trauma-informed interventions. Key activities include public campaigns on…
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Gender Equity through Interactive Games
The Magic School 2 Board Game and Interactive Exhibition, organized by TGEEA (Taiwan Gender Equity Education Association) at the New Taipei City Youth Art Hub, tackles bullying and gender-based violence commonly seen in school and online environments. The board game introduces visitors to common forms of campus bullying – including sexual, verbal, physical, and relational…
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Storying Telling at the All Gender NeST Room
The “Picture Book Storytelling” event, held with Not So Tiny (a friendly-to-all co-parenting organization), is an important highlight of the New Taipei Pride Month. This family-friendly activity, held at the All Gender NeST Room, leverages the power of storytelling to introduce complex gender concepts in a way that is accessible and engaging for both children…
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LGBT employee network
A last year’s online survey of all city administration employees regarding their experiences of discrimination revealed that a significant number of LGBT+ colleagues like to have a LGBT+ employee network. After a motivating working session on that topic at the RCN annual meeting in 2024 the LGBT+ Coordination Office has established the network. This was…
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Training on LGBTQI+ Resistance for Schools
In response to recurring signals from schools that LGBTQI+ topics often trigger resistance and polarisation, we organised a training for teachers and school staff. The aim was to equip educators with tools to navigate sensitive conversations and foster inclusive learning environments. City Profile: Oostende
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Living Library
During the annual Theater aan Zee festival in Ostend — a major cultural event attracting visitors from across Belgium — we hosted a “living library”. In a cafe-like atmosphere, guests engaged in one-on-one conversations with storytellers from the LGBTIQ+ community sharing personal experiences: coming-out journeys, gender transitions, healing through art, or simply moments that deserved to…
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Contact Committee for Gender and Sexual Diversity
The purpose of establishing a dedicated Contact Committee for Gender and Sexual Diversity is to ensure that an intersectional perspective is promoted and integrated into the municipality’s plans, measures, and services. The current Commissioner for Diversity invites LGBTQ+ organizations in Bergen to regular meetings. Theme for the meetings may cover political issues of interest to…
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Practical guide for LGBTQIA+ people who are victims of aggression and violence
In order to fight against violence against LGBTQIA+ people, the city of Lille has created a guide that mentions the gestures and behaviors to adopt in the event of violence. Three types of violence and aggression are listed in this guide: physical, verbal or sexual violence. This guide is widely distributed, in particular to all…