Baltic Pride 2025: Record-Breaking March for Equality Unites 20,000 People

On June 7, 2025, Vilnius hosted the most significant event of the year for the LGBTQ+ community in Lithuania – the Baltic Pride March for Equality. The main event of the Baltic Pride festival drew an unprecedented 20,000 participants, marking the largest gathering in the history of Lithuania’s LGBTQ+ rights movement. From early afternoon, people from across Lithuania

Pride House – The Heart of Baltic Pride

This summer, Pride House became the beating heart of Baltic Pride—a welcoming, vibrant hub where the LGBTQ+ community and allies came together to connect, express themselves, and celebrate diversity. From June 2 to 8, Pride House opened its doors to hundreds of visitors, creating a space that felt like home: one where self-expression thrived, community

Echoes of the Heart: A Night with Catherine D’Oex

On the eve of the Baltic Pride March for Equality, the remarkable Catherine D’Oex enchanted audiences with her soulful interpretations of classic French chanson. From the raw emotion of Édith Piaf to the timeless elegance of Charles Aznavour, each performance was a moving tribute to love, memory, and pride. The evening was further illuminated by

6 June 2025 marked a pivotal moment for equality and diversity in the workplace as the international Baltic Pride 2025 Conference took place at the Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva in Vilnius. The conference, which attracted over 100 participants, successfully united business leaders, policymakers, and LGBTI+ advocates to address challenges and innovations in inclusive employment practices.

Pride Voices: An Evening of Courage, Art, and True Stories

On June 5th, 2025 the historic Vilnius Old Theatre transformed into a vibrant and inspiring space where art met activism. The Pride Voices Gala, part of the Baltic Pride 2025 program, brought together performers, activists, and allies in an unforgettable evening dedicated to amplifying LGBTQ+ voices, stories, and creative expression. The event showcased a diverse

On the evening of June 3rd, 2025 the British Ambassador to Lithuania, Liz Boyles, hosted a special reception at the British Embassy Garden in Vilnius to officially open Baltic Pride 2025 week. The event brought together members of the LGBTQ+ community, civil society leaders, diplomatic representatives, business partners, and human rights defenders in a celebration

Baltic Pride 2025 Launched with a Press Conference in Vilnius

On June 2, 2025, the Baltic Pride 2025 festival — the largest human rights event in the Baltic region — was officially launched with a press conference held at the Pride House at Estradà in central Vilnius. The National LGBT rights organization LGL invited members of the media to learn more about the festival’s program,

More Than Words: Institutions Join Forces to Advance LGBTI Rights in Lithuania

On May 30, 2025 the Office of the Seimas Ombudspersons became a hub of collaboration, hosting an interinstitutional discussion focused on protecting the rights of LGBTI individuals. The event was initiated by LGL, Lithuania’s national LGBT rights organization, and brought together representatives from government bodies, NGOs, and civil society. The discussion opened with remarks by

LGL Participated in the “EngageWeek” Civic Engagement Fair

On May 3, 2025, the team from the National LGBT rights organization LGL took part in the “EngageWeek” civic engagement fair, organized by Erasmus Student Network Vilnius University. We were proud to be part of this inspiring event aimed at promoting volunteering, community spirit, and active civic participation. During the fair, we shared information about the upcoming Pride House and

LGL Kicked Off Baltic Pride 2025 Volunteer Training

On May 2, 2025, the volunteer coordinator of the National LGBT rights organization LGL held the very first “Baltic Pride 2025” volunteer training session. Preparations for Baltic Pride 2025 are well underway – and this event marked an important first step in building a strong, motivated, and united volunteer team. During the training, we took part

Participants of NGO brunch in Šiauliai were invited to attend Baltic Pride 2025

On 20 March 2025 the National LGBT rights organization LGL, together with NGOs Blue Moon and Human Resources Monitoring and Development Office, organized an informal advocacy meeting in Šiauliai – an NGO brunch to discuss the upcoming Baltic Pride 2025 festival. Representatives from local NGOs and businesses participated in the event. Strategies for more effective

LGL took part at the Nordic Pride Conference in Faroe Islands

Representatives of the National LGBT rights organization LGL participated at the Nordic Pride Conference held in Tórshavn, Faroe Islands, on 14-16 February, 2025. The conference focused on promoting LGBTQIA+ rights and inclusivity across the Nordic region. During the conference, LGL delegates engaged in various workshops, sharing insights from their experiences advocating for LGBTQIA+ rights in