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Vote with Pride – the LGBTQI+ sector-wide General Election manifesto
Today, 06 November 2024, alongside 17 other leading LGBTQI+ organisations in Ireland, we launched the first-ever LGBTQI+ sector-wide manifesto for the upcoming General Election. With this manifesto, we’re calling on election candidates to commit to ensuring...
What Does LGBT Mean? Understanding the acronym.
In recent years, the acronym LGBT has become a cornerstone of discussions around diversity, inclusion, and human rights. However, understanding what LGBT means goes beyond knowing what each letter stands for. It’s about recognising the history, struggles, and triumphs...
Statement on the passage of the Assisted Human Reproduction Bill – a long road travelled, many more miles to go
The Assisted Human Reproduction Bill passed by the Seanad today (26 June 2024) has been over 20 years in the making. It is a significant development; however, many issues remain, and more legislation will be required to close gaps and fix inconsistencies. Campaign...
Press Release: Communities affected by hate crime call on Government to ensure Hate Crime Bill is passed as a matter of urgency
Communities affected by hate crime call on Government to ensure Hate Crime Bill is passed as a matter of urgency Data published today shows that hate crime has increased for second year running 8 May 2024. The Coalition Against Hate Crime, a group of 23 civil...
140 CSOs call for future-proof solutions for people displaced from Ukraine
LGBT Ireland is pleased to share a civil society statement, signed by 140 organisations, calling on the EU to act now to ensure people who have fled Ukraine have options to stay in the EU once temporary protection ends. The voice of Ireland on this issue will be...
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LGBTQ Families & Advocacy Groups Welcome Labour Party Bill to Amend the Children and Family Relationships Act
New Bill Works to Right the Wrongs of Previous Legislation Today, Tuesday, 23rd January, LGBTQ families and advocacy groups gathered outside Leinster House to welcome the Private Members Bill that will be brought to the Dáil on Thursday by the Labour Party leader...
C+ for Government’s National LGBTI+ Inclusion Strategy
On Thursday, 18 January 2024, LGBT Ireland launched a new report on the Government’s National LGBTI+ Strategy at the offices of the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission. The title of the report is ‘Progress Made. Renewed Efforts Required.’ The report grades the...
LGBT Ireland response to Primetime episode on Transgender Healthcare, aired 14th December 2023.
LGBT Ireland response to Primetime episode on Transgender Healthcare, aired 14th December 2023. Yesterday’s episode of Primetime on RTE1, covered the topic of Transgender Healthcare and the model of trans healthcare provided in Ireland. The programme last night did...
List of LGBT+ Support Services for LGBTQ+ people seeking international protection (six languages)
LGBT Ireland has produced a booklet containing a list of LGBTQ+ Support Services for LGBTQ+ people seeking international protection in Ireland. Service information is listed in six languages. You can access the document here: LGBT Services in Ireland
Volunteer for the National LGBT Helpline
Your voice can change someone’s life. Join us in making a difference for the #LGBTQ community. Sign up to become a #volunteer for the National LGBT Helpline. Apply now through the link in our bio or by visiting LGBT.ie/volunteering or simply scan the QR code to...
LGBT Ireland statement on events of 23rd November 2023.
Yesterday was a dark day for the city of Dublin and all residents of Ireland. Our thoughts are with the victims and families of the horrific knife attack that occurred on Parnell Square. The scenes that occurred in the aftermath of the terrifying attack were deeply...
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