Overview

• The 2024 Maneo report documented 738 queerphobic incidents in Berlin, marking an 8% increase from 2023 and the highest number ever recorded by the organization.
• Attacks on queer venues and memorials surged by nearly 60%, with 62 incidents reported, including vandalism, threats, and physical assaults on guests.
• Public spaces remain a significant risk, with 165 incidents occurring on streets or public transport, highlighting the vulnerability of visible LGBTIQ+ individuals.
• An estimated 80–90% of queerphobic incidents go unreported, signaling a vast undercount and critical gaps in victim support and trust in law enforcement.
• Maneo calls for sustained victim counseling services and enhanced protection for LGBTIQ+ persons and spaces, citing rising threats from extremist groups and targeted attacks via dating apps.