The European Equality Gala will be taking place in Brussels for the third time on Wednesday, 28 June 2017! Please mark the date in your diary. We don’t want you to miss our biggest fundraising party of the year, and all the networking, dancing and fun that goes along with it. Tickets will go on sale on 22 May. Keep an eye on the dedicated Gala web page  for updates on who will be joining us on the night.
Look forward and watch (or re-watch) the after movie from the European Equality Gala 2016.

 

New and more restrictive European asylum laws are currently being negotiated in the EU institutions. ILGA-Europe are following this closely, as these laws will have a big impact on LGBTI asylum seekers. LGBTI asylum seekers are often at risk of additional danger during their journey and upon arrival in the country where they seek asylum. This can take the form of harassment, exclusion, sexual violence, or other forms of violence. In this latest briefing, ILGA-Europe want to show policymakers how to ensure full protection of the rights of LGBTI asylum seekers, and respect of their specific needs in terms of reception conditions, procedures and protection status.
Read the policy paper here

This year’s celebration of International Women’s Day on 8 March comes as a new opportunity for the European Union to take action against violence against women: The European Commission has declared 2017 the European Year of focused action to combat violence against women and girls. ILGA-Europe joined a unique Coalition of more than 25 European-wide networks and NGOs dedicated to social justice and equality, the European Coalition to end violence against women and girls calls on the EU decision-makers to mark International Women’s Day with concrete actions.
Read the joint statement here

 

The Media Diversity Institute is inviting applications for a workshop it is organising for civil society organisations involved in countering hate speech. The event will be held in London between 22 – 26 May 2017. Activists from EU countries interested in participating at the workshop should contact the organisers directly for further information on how to apply. All costs of participation will be covered by the organisers. The workshop is organised within the Media against Hate Speech project.

Transgender Equality Network Ireland (TENI) is seeking a Chief Executive to advance the rights and equality of transgender people in Ireland. TENI seeks a skilled, motivated and committed individual with an outstanding track record in leadership, advocacy, management and fundraising. The applicant will possess in-depth knowledge of trans issues and a proven track record in achieving social change. Deadline of applications: Friday 14 April 2017.
Read more about the job opportunity here

Transgender Europe (TGEU) is looking for an expert consultant regarding trans and disability expertise. TGEU is committed to an intersectional and inclusive approach to activism. In 2017, TGEU is therefore organising several activities to build our own and our membership’s awareness, knowledge and capacity to address and advocate for the needs and rights of trans people with disabilities. TGEU would equally like to learn from the disability rights´ movement and locate the possible intersections of trans and disability activism. Submission of proposals is open until 3 April 2017.
Read more about the consultancy here