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Malta Advocates for LGBTQ+ Rights at Vienna Pride 2024 Kickoff

The Embassy of Malta in Vienna participated in the opening event of Vienna Pride 2024

June 06th, 2024
Yevheniia Symakova, News from Berlin
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The Embassy of Malta co-hosted the Vienna Pride 2024 Kickoff event, featuring participation from Her Excellency Natasha Meli Daudey, Corina Ziegler, Manager of Visit Malta (Austria), and Katharina Kacerovsky-Strobl, the main organizer of Vienna Pride. The event highlighted Malta’s commitment to the rights and inclusion of the LGBTIQ+ community.

Malta acknowledges the LGBTIQ+ community as a significant part of its diverse society. The country is dedicated to protecting and advancing the rights of this community, advocating for equality, tolerance, and non-discrimination. This commitment is evident in Malta's consistent performance in international rankings related to LGBTQ+ rights.

Malta acknowledges the importance of the LGBTIQ+ community as a part of its diverse society. The country is committed to safeguarding and advancing the rights of this community, promoting equality, tolerance, and non-discrimination. This commitment is reflected in Malta's consistent performance in international rankings related to LGBTQ+ rights.

For the ninth consecutive year, Malta has held the top position on the ILGA-Europe Rainbow Index, reflecting its ongoing efforts to support LGBTQ+ rights both domestically and internationally. This accomplishment underscores Malta's role in promoting a more inclusive and accepting society.

Despite significant progress, the LGBTIQ+ community continues to face challenges worldwide. Events like the Vienna Pride 2024 Kickoff play an important role in raising awareness and promoting solidarity. Malta's participation in such events demonstrates its commitment to addressing these challenges, ensuring that the rights of the LGBTIQ+ community are protected and recognized.

Vienna Pride is an annual event that gathers a diverse group of participants to support and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. It provides a platform for individuals and organizations to show their commitment to fostering a more inclusive society. The 2024 Kickoff event marked the beginning of what is expected to be a notable celebration of diversity and inclusion.

Malta's commitment to LGBTQ+ rights is reflected in its policies, rankings and active participation in international events like Vienna Pride. By hosting and co-organizing such events, Malta underscores the importance of equality and human rights in building a just and inclusive society.

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