On 11–12 December 2025, a joint “ENACT” project training on responding to hate crimes for law enforcement officers and civil society representatives took place in Vilnius. The event was organized by the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) in cooperation with the Lithuanian Police and the National LGBT rights organization LGL. Throughout
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On 10 December 2025, during the National Human Rights Forum, the National LGBT Rights Organization LGL held a discussion titled “Protection of Transgender People: Legal Uncertainty and Growing Trends of Societal Radicalization.” Participants discussed the increasing radicalization among young people, the political instrumentalization of trans issues, and the long-standing legal gap that continues to leave transgender
Today Vladimir Simonko and Monika Antanaitytė from LGL together with other LGBTIQ civil society activists met with Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė to discuss partnership regulation issues. This is the first such meeting at the Government level in Lithuanian history. We are grateful for the Prime Minister’s clear position on LGBTIQ human rights issues. During the
From October 22–26, 2025, the National LGBT rights organization LGL, together with the Tolerant Youth Association, proudly co-hosted ILGA-Europe’s Annual Conference in Vilnius, Lithuania. The gathering brought together hundreds of activists, community leaders, and allies from across Europe and Central Asia for five days of connection, reflection, and collective strategising under the theme Face Forward.
The ILGA-Europe Annual Conference came to a joyful close on 25 October 2025 with a lively gala dinner that perfectly captured the spirit of celebration and community. Set against the scenic backdrop of Vilnius, the evening brought participants together to relax, reconnect, and reflect on several inspiring days of dialogue, solidarity, and shared purpose. Guests
At this year’s ILGA-Europe Annual Conference, the National LGBT rights organisation LGL presented insights from the newly released transnational desk research report “Mapping Realities of Rainbow Families: Challenges and Needs.” The session, Rainbow Families: Stories of Resilience and Advocacy, brought together activists, researchers, and advocates from across Europe to discuss the lived realities of rainbow
On 23 October 2025, during the ILGA-Europe Annual Conference, representatives of the National LGBT Rights Organization LGL, the Tolerant Youth Association, and Freedom to Marry Global met with Laurynas Šedvydis, Chair of the Seimas Committee on Human Rights, to discuss the prospects for legal recognition of same-sex partnerships in Lithuania. The discussion highlighted the importance
At the 2025 ILGA-Europe Annual Conference, LGL co-hosted two key events spotlighting a turning point for LGBT family rights in Lithuania. Following the Constitutional Court’s ruling that the lack of partnership regulation violates the Constitution—and the Vilnius District Court’s historic registration of a same-sex couple—politicians can no longer delay action. With amendments to the Civil
On 22 October 2025, the Opening Reception of the ILGA-Europe Annual Conference took place at the National Museum—Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania. This special evening brought together LGBTQ+ leaders, activists, and allies from across Europe to mark the beginning of an important week of discussion, connection, and action for equality. As co-hosts, LGL
From 20 to 22 October 2025, Vilnius hosted the Bi+ Equal Conference and Founding General Meeting — a vibrant, inspiring, and historic gathering for the Bi+ community across Europe. The three-day event brought together activists, community leaders, and allies for panels, workshops, discussions, and social activities dedicated to advancing Bi+ visibility, inclusion, and rights. National
On 25–27 June 2025, the international “Proud Pupils” conference took place in Barcelona, focusing on LGBTQI inclusion in education. The event brought together representatives of youth, human rights, and educational organizations from across Europe. LGL was represented by Communications Manager Eglė Kuktoraitė, who contributed to discussions on creating safe and supportive environments for LGBTQI students.
On June 7, 2025, the meadow near the White Bridge in Vilnius transformed into a vibrant celebration of equality, inclusion, and freedom as the main Baltic Pride 2025 open-air concert took place. The free event followed the inspiring March for Equality and became one of the most anticipated highlights of the entire festival. The concert brought together