The next mandate can solidify the work of the EU regarding the rights of LGBTIQ persons. Having worked for 3 years in the LGBTI Intergroup in the EP, I know well that our work cannot be done without the incredible civil society that defends human rights daily in the EU and across the world.

For the next mandate we need: 1) again a dedicated Commissioner for Equality, with more executive power, 2) a second LGBTIQ Equality Strategy that proposes and delivers on legislation, 3) better protection of the freedom of movement of rainbow families, 4) secured funding for critical work by CSOs.