Category: Europe – LGBTQ Rights
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Poland’s continued attack on human rights of LGBTI persons gathers condemnation from European Parliament
On 17 September, the European Parliament adopted the interim report on the Determination of a clear risk of a serious breach by the Republic of Poland of the rule of law1.
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Members of the European Parliament stand in solidarity with the Polish LGBTI community
On 15 September 2020, 32 Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) organised a solidarity action in front of the European Parliament to show their support with the Polish LGBTI community. The MEPs dressed in the different colours of the Pride flag, re-enacting the action by the Polish Members of Parliament ahead of the inauguration speech of the President after the election.
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Poland is violating the fundamental rights of EU citizens
«Poland is violating the fundamental rights of EU citizens and blatantly disregarding EU treaties and standards», says LGBTI organisation ILGA-Europe as a legal complaint is submitted to the European Commission
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Polish activists fight against anti-LGBTQ movement
Poland is considered the worst country in the European Union in terms of gay rights.
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Poland Punishes LGBT Rights Activist with Pretrial Detention
Authorities Should Release Margot Szutowicz in Line with Calls by European Parliament and Council of Europe.
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Poland: International institutions must protect LGBTI citizens and ensure the immediate release of activists
Homophobic Polish President Duda.