Empowering LGBT+ voices in Eastern Europe
The mission of our
coalition
To ensure security, support resilience and sustainable development of local LGBT+ communities and to build bridges for solidarity in the Eastern European region and internationally.
— About Us
History
In 2014, a non-formal coalition was established under the name of the Eastern European Coalition. This initiative, spearheaded by the RFSL organization and supported by seven other organizations spanning six Eastern European states, marked the beginning of a concerted effort to advance LGBT+ rights and equality in the region.
In 2014, a non-formal coalition was established under the name of the Eastern European Coalition. This initiative, spearheaded by the RFSL organization and supported by several other organizations spanning the Eastern European countries, marked the beginning of a concerted effort to advance LGBT+ rights and equality in the region.
In 2021, this coalition was officially registered and became known as the Eastern European Coalition for LGBT+ Equality.
Our objectives
Advocacy
To ensure a holistic representation and advocacy for the rights of LGBT + people in Eastern Europe on the international level.
Support
To support sustainable development of LGBT+ organizations in the region.
Institutional capacity
To develop institutional capacity, credibility, visibility and sustainability of the member organizations of the Coalition.