In 2010, the Council of Europe adopted Recommendation CM/Rec(2010)5, a landmark instrument to combat discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. This non-binding yet soft law measue outlines measures for Member States to protect LGBTIQ rights. Following reviews in 2013 and 2018, the current report contributes to the third pan-European assessment, focusing on Lithuania’s
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The National LGBT rights organization LGL is proud to announce the annual report for 2023. Transparency and independence from any political or financial interests are one of the most important goals for our organization in order to achieve effective inclusion and social integration of local LGBT community. LGL’s annual report for 2023 comprehensively presents organization’s activities,
On June 15 2024 a delegation of representatives of the National LGBT rights organization LGL participated in the Baltic Pride 2024 march in Riga. A large, joint delegation of LGL volunteers and representatives of the Tolerant Youth Association was clearly visible at the march in Riga. From the first moments of the march, the group
On 8 June 2024 during the Lithuanian Pride gala concert in Vingis Park the Rainbow Awards were given to individuals and organizations contributing to the inclusion of LGBTIQ+ people in their daily activities. This year, in cooperation with the commissions formed by organizations promoting diversity, individuals and organizations were awarded in three nominations: Active Citizen
On 8 June 2024 the Lithuanian Pride March for Equality culminated with a gala concert in Vingis Park featuring live performances of national and international stars of the LGBTQI+ community: DJs, drag performers Cheddar Gorgeous (United Kingdom), LaDiva Live (Belgium-France), Rita Baga (Canada), Catherine d’Oex (Switzerland). The show was hosted by Sederginne (the Netherlands), Edma
On 8 June 2024 the traditional March for Equality was held in Vilnius under the framework of the Lithuanian Pride festival. The march, organized by the National LGBT rights organization LGL, was attended by more than 15 000 participants. The traditional March for Equality, which has been taking place since 2010, was enlivened by 10
On 7 June 2024, on the eve of the Lithuanian Pride March For Equality, a reception was held at the residence of H.E. Ole T. Horpestad, Ambassador of Norway. The reception was attended by the drag queens of the Lithuanian Pride concert. Catherine D’oex (Switzerland) performed to a large LGBTQI+ friendly audience, including Rita Baga
On 7 June 2024 the National LGBT rights organization LGL organized an international Lithuanian Pride conference “LGBTQI+ Inclusive Education for a Change in Diverse Society”, which took place in Vilnius City Municipality Conference Hall. During the international conference, the need to ensure education without discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, the right to
On 3 June 2024, the Pride month was festively opened in the garden of the British Embassy in Vilnius. During the reception Lithuanian Pride festival partners and friends were presented with awards for standing strong as an ally in the journey towards equality. Many stars of the music world dressed up colorfully for the occasion
A brand new website for the Lithuanian Pride festival was launched in close collaboration with creative advertising agency Ogilvy Vilnius and powered by Accenture. The website features all essential information about Lithuanian Pride program, news, registration for groups and application to volunteer. Click on the link and explore the Lithuanian Pride website!
On 7 June 2024 the National LGBT rights organization LGL organizes an international “Lithuanian Pride” conference “LGBTQI+ Inclusive Education for a Change in Diverse Society”, taking place at 09:30 AM – 14:45 PM in Vilnius City Municipality Conference Hall (Konstitucijos av. 3, 20th floor). Data from a survey of LGBTQI+ students, conducted by the National
National LGBT Rights Organization LGL, the organizer of the LGBT community festival Lithuanian Pride, presents the main stars of the concert. RuPaul’s Drag Race performers from Montreal to Amsterdam join forces for the Lithuanian Pride concert in Vingis Park. On 8 June drag divas Cheddar Gorgeous (United Kingdom), LaDiva Live (Belgium-France), Rita Baga (Canada) will