This year, WAVE—the European network of women’s specialist services combating gender-based violence—and EL*C—the European network dedicated to LBTI women and communities—are joining forces to offer a unique training and advocacy experience. We will welcome 15 EL*C members and 12 WAVE members to join us in Brussels from 4 to 6 November 2025! This year, we will focus on strengthening our

On May 20th, 2025, the EuroCentralAsian Lesbian* Community (EL*C) proudly participated in the 12th European IDAHOT+ Forum in Valletta, Malta — a significant edition in which, for the first time, a dedicated space was created for LBTI women within the official programme. Our Advocacy Director, Ilaria Todde, contributed to both a main panel and a thematic parallel session, bringing to

A Historic Step for Dyke Visibility and Rights Rome, April 3, 2025 — The word “lesbian” breaks into the Italian institutions. Today the Italian Senate (Sala Caduti di Nassirya) became the stage for a groundbreaking moment in Lesbian Herstory: the official presentation of the IV European Lesbian* Conference (April 23–26, 2025) in Rome and the announcement of the first-ever Italian

Kazakhstan, March 2nd, 2025  For sisters!   My dears, how are you? Is everything okay? I am in a cell room with girls, we share everything, and it makes time passes more cheerfully and easily. Of course, I am under arrest illegally, the state is so afraid of us, our brave voices, our burning looks and our hot hearts! Do

PRESS RELEASE Zhanar Sekerbayeva, Board Member of EL*C, Sentenced to 10 Days of Administrative Arrest   February 28th, 2025 – The EuroCentralAsian Lesbian* Community (EL*C) condemns the unjust arrest of Zhanar Sekerbayeva, feminist activist, co-founder of the Kazakhstani association Feminita, and Board Member of EL*C, who has been sentenced to 10 days of administrative detention in Kazakhstan. This politically motivated arrest

‼️ The European Commission plans to withdraw the proposed Directive on anti-discrimination. Sign to demand its reconsideration and keep working towards EU protection against discrimination in all areas of life.  In a disheartening step backward for equality, the European Commission is considering the withdrawal of the proposed Directive on anti-discrimination—a pivotal measure designed to safeguard equal rights throughout the EU.

The U.S. government has taken yet another step in its crusade against human rights and marginalized communities. With his new “radical transparency memorandum,” Donald Trump has ordered the mass publication of information on federal projects, contracts, and grants, including those supporting LGBTIQ+ rights, gender equality, and social justice. For EL*C and other organizations defending the rights of lesbians, trans people,

The world is shiting, and so is the landscape for lesbian activism. With ongoing political and financial crises shaking the NGO sector, our work faces increasing challenges—from rising anti-gender and anti-LGBT+ rhetoric to funding cuts that threaten grassroots initiatives. This session is a space for EL*C members to come together, share experiences, and strategize for the future. We’ll discuss what’s

Press release   The European Commission Withdraws the Equal Treatment Directive EL*C Condemns the European Commission’s Decision as Betrayal of Fundamental Rights   Brussels, February 17, 2025 – The EuroCentralAsian Lesbian* Community (EL*C) strongly condemns the European Commission’s intention to withdraw the Equal Treatment Directive, a move that abandons the rights of lesbians, LGBTI people, young and older persons, persons with disabilities, and

European NGOs are being attacked by actors in the EU and the US, wanting to defund those who work for environmental and social justice and for an equal and democratic society. At this critical moment, the support of EU institutions is essential for our survival and resistance. These threats are not simply propaganda. At this very moment, environmental NGOs and