Overview

• The University of Castilla-La Mancha displayed a poster featuring a Nazi-era homosexual prisoner to honor victims of persecution and raise awareness of modern LGTBI discrimination.
• The Government Delegation in Valencia raised the LGTBI flag at its headquarters, reaffirming Spain's commitment to equality and protection of LGTBI rights.
• Pilar Bernabé, the Government delegate in Valencia, emphasized Spain's leadership in creating a robust legal framework for LGTBI protections, including corporate non-discrimination mandates and a 24/7 helpline.
• The Council of Ministers recently approved a manifesto against LGTBIphobia, recalling state equality strategies and the appointment of an independent equality authority.
• Despite progress, incidents of LGTBIphobia persist, with recent reports of aggression underscoring the need for continued vigilance and advocacy.