The LGBTIQ+ Equality Strategy 2026-2030 - Publications Office of the EU

The European Commission’s LGBTIQ+ Equality Strategy 2026–2030 builds on the previous 2020–2025 Strategy, reaffirming the EU’s commitment to equality, protection and inclusion of LGBTIQ people. It introduces a stronger focus on combating hate-motivated violence and harassment, including online hate and disinformation, while maintaining intersectionality and equality mainstreaming as cross-cutting principles. The Strategy is structured around three pillars – protection, empowerment and engagement – and prioritises implementation, consolidation and cooperation over new legislative efforts. It aims to support Member States in banning conversion practices, strengthening law enforcement training, and addressing digital hate and cyberbullying. However, it does not propose adding conversion practices or hate offenses to the list of ‘EU crimes’ under Article 83(1) TFEU, limiting the Commission’s legislative ambition.