Our Union must be a safe place for everyone. A place where you can be who you are, fully, and love whom you want. LGBTIQ+ people, I will always be by your side 🏳️‍🌈🇪🇺 #IDAHOT2022

#IDAHOBIT2022 is an occasion to celebrate sexual & gender diversity and freedom, whilst remaining vigilant against discrimination, hatred & violence. Too many Europeans are affected by stereotypes and discrimination against who they are and who they love. #EU4LGBTIQ equality 🌈

Today, I opened the The Parliament Magazine panel debate: How can we build a more inclusive society? Living in an inclusive and diverse society is beneficial to us all, so we must overcome barriers through greater knowledge and awareness. Equality must be a reality for all. #EUDiversityMonth

No-one is safe until all of us are. I dedicated my speech at #WarsawPride #KievPride to the victims of the suspected terrorist attack on the eve of #OsloPride. 1 min of silence was also held. We must do more to make the European region an #LGBTIQfreedomzone. #UnionOfEquality

Today at the opening of Europride 2022 in Belgrade. This is about human rights, fundamental freedoms and equality. The 🇪🇺 wishes all participants a great week in peace and security.

Our director Catherine Naughton, together with Silvan Agius, just presented the #PlayforChangeAwards - diversity & inclusion category by Toy Industries of Europe ! We highlight the #SilverAward by Miniland: toys with hearing aids!

European Commission is organizing a 1-day workshop in cooperation with Oikeusministeriö on #StructuralRacism.The aim of the WS is to identify ways to combat & better understand the phenomenon and take into account the challenges to ensure effective responses. #UnionOfEquality 1/4

🌈 Proud of the new rules we are presenting today on the recognition of parenthood in the EU. We want to help all families and children in cross-border situations. Because if you are parent in one country, you are parent in every country.

Applications are now open for the European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Awards 🏆 Don't miss your chance to showcase your town, city or region and apply now! #DiversityCapitals #UnionOfEquality

The “conversion practice promotion” case reached its second day in Court. Here are two reports covering Cynthia Chircop’s testimony and mine: MaltaToday: maltatoday.com.mt/news/court_and… Times of Malta: timesofmalta.com/articles/view/… #Malta 🇲🇹🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Honoured to accept my appointment as Deputy Director General in EU Justice ! 🤝 Grateful for the support and trust placed in me. ec.europa.eu/commission/pre…

Diversity is our strength. Accessibility is our bond. On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we renew our commitment to a more inclusive Europe. The new European Disability and Parking cards will make travelling across the EU easier for all ↓ #UnionOfEquality

MEPs have given their final green light to the EU Disability Card and the European Parking Card for people with disabilities. The Disability Card can be issued and renewed free of charge. Read more: europa.eu/!dyVq3H

A milestone for a #UnionOfEquality! EU Council officially adopted the directives on #StandardsForEqualityBodies. 💪Stronger institutions will ensure equal access to the enjoyment of rights for everyone in 🇪🇺#TogetherForEqualityStrongerForAll equineteurope.org/a-milestone-fo…

Our newly branded and reloaded #RainbowMap 2024 is live, ranking from top to bottom 49 European countries on their legal and policy situation for LGBTI people. Check it out now! rainbowmap.ilga-europe.org

“No government—regardless of which party is in power—should dictate what private universities can teach, whom they can admit and hire, and which areas of study and inquiry they can pursue.” - President Alan Garber hrvd.me/GarberRespond3…

Archbishop condemns 'egregious act of aggression' against Gaza flotilla timesofmalta.com/article/archbi…

I just requested, on behalf of The Left in the European Parliament, that the European Parliament condemn the illegal Israeli attack on Iran. But the mainstream political parties refused. When Russia illegally attacks Ukraine, they condemn it. When Israel illegally attacks Iran, they refuse to do the same

4 journalistes de plus assassinés délibérément par le gouvernement israélien à Gaza. Il n'y a jamais eu autant de journalistes morts dans un conflit. L'objectif de Netanyahou : commettre un génocide sans témoin. Tous ceux qui le laissent faire sont complices !

Israel has killed over 220 Palestinian journalists in #Gaza & imposed a complete media blackout for 23 months. Those who turn off the lights are afraid of what we might see. Reporters Without Borders & 250+ media outlets from 70+ countries demand protection & access RSF