Brian Finnegan
@bafinnegan.bsky.social
Communications Director with ILGA-Europe, working for #LGBTI human rights and freedom in Europe & Central Asia, and sometimes #author of #novels
10 years ago we shot this beautiful @gcnmag.bsky.social cover w/ the leaders of the #MarriageEquality campaign. Now, a decade later, #LGBTQI rights are under attack in Europe and the world. As we did in 2015, we need to face forward as one against the forces that want the world to go backwards
May 22, 2025 at 8:54 AM
10 years ago we shot this beautiful @gcnmag.bsky.social cover w/ the leaders of the #MarriageEquality campaign. Now, a decade later, #LGBTQI rights are under attack in Europe and the world. As we did in 2015, we need to face forward as one against the forces that want the world to go backwards
Can you imagine if #Pride was banned in #Ireland and the government was using facial recognition software to identify & fine you if you marched? Ireland is part of the EU. So is #Hungary, where this blatant attack on civil rights actually happening www.ilga-europe.org/news/hungary...
Hungary’s Parliament Passes Law Banning Pride | ILGA-Europe
In an attack on freedom of assembly, Hungary’s Parliament has passed a controversial law criminalising Pride marches.
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March 19, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Can you imagine if #Pride was banned in #Ireland and the government was using facial recognition software to identify & fine you if you marched? Ireland is part of the EU. So is #Hungary, where this blatant attack on civil rights actually happening www.ilga-europe.org/news/hungary...
The Turkish government has escalated its crackdown on #LGBT human rights & everyone's civil rights. Activists & journalists are being arrested as draconian new laws are tabled. Read more about it here, and please share. The world needs to know what's happening! www.ilga-europe.org/news/ilga-eu...
ILGA-Europe Statement: Turkey is detaining LGBTI+ activists and journalists, and targeting basic rights | ILGA-Europe
The Turkish government has intensified its repression of LGBTI+ human rights defenders, detaining activists and introducing draconian laws.
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March 7, 2025 at 1:28 PM
The Turkish government has escalated its crackdown on #LGBT human rights & everyone's civil rights. Activists & journalists are being arrested as draconian new laws are tabled. Read more about it here, and please share. The world needs to know what's happening! www.ilga-europe.org/news/ilga-eu...
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
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#BookSky #BookChallenge #20BookChallenge
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#BookSky #BookChallenge #20BookChallenge
February 26, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
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#BookSky #BookChallenge #20BookChallenge
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#BookSky #BookChallenge #20BookChallenge
The EU has abandoned a crucial draft law on equal treatment, leaving millions without protection against discrimination. This is unacceptable. Sign this petition now and join the fight for equal rights for all. Let’s show the EU that we won’t be ignored! a.allout.org/s/vGkbo/
Stop EU’s Equality Betrayal–Defend Anti-Discrimination Now!
The EU plans to withdraw its draft Directive on anti-discrimination. Sign to demand they reconsider and work towards protection in all areas of life.
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February 25, 2025 at 4:35 PM
The EU has abandoned a crucial draft law on equal treatment, leaving millions without protection against discrimination. This is unacceptable. Sign this petition now and join the fight for equal rights for all. Let’s show the EU that we won’t be ignored! a.allout.org/s/vGkbo/
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
3/20
#BookSky #BookChallenge #20BookChallenge
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#BookSky #BookChallenge #20BookChallenge
February 18, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
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#BookSky #BookChallenge #20BookChallenge
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#BookSky #BookChallenge #20BookChallenge
"If Europe fails to act quickly, the crackdown on LGBTI rights will serve as a blueprint for broader threats to the foundations of fundamental rights. This is an existential crisis for democracy. The time to fight back is now." Katrin Hugendubel for Reuters today www.context.news/socioeconomi...
Europe’s anti-LGBTI crackdown is a red alert for everyone | Context
ILGA-Europe report shows that anti-LGBTI laws are the first move in a wider attack on the foundations of democracy
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February 18, 2025 at 2:17 PM
"If Europe fails to act quickly, the crackdown on LGBTI rights will serve as a blueprint for broader threats to the foundations of fundamental rights. This is an existential crisis for democracy. The time to fight back is now." Katrin Hugendubel for Reuters today www.context.news/socioeconomi...
Published today, the @ilgaeurope.bsky.social #AnnualReview2025 confirms what frontline defenders of #LGBT human rights in Europe have been warning about for some years: A new era of coordinated attacks on fundamental rights & freedom has taken hold & anti-LGBT laws are being used as a gateway
Launched today, our Annual Review 2025 provides stark evidence that we are entering a new era in which governments are using anti-LGBTI rhetoric to justify restrictions on free speech, civil society, and fair elections 👉 www.ilga-europe.org/press-releas...
February 18, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Published today, the @ilgaeurope.bsky.social #AnnualReview2025 confirms what frontline defenders of #LGBT human rights in Europe have been warning about for some years: A new era of coordinated attacks on fundamental rights & freedom has taken hold & anti-LGBT laws are being used as a gateway
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
2/20
#BookSky #BookChallenge #20BookChallenge
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#BookSky #BookChallenge #20BookChallenge
February 17, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
2/20
#BookSky #BookChallenge #20BookChallenge
2/20
#BookSky #BookChallenge #20BookChallenge
Over the past month #Italy has seen a surge in anti-LGBTI violence—from brutal hate-motivated attacks to threatening messages defacing an #LGBTI centre. Italian activists talk with me about what's happening in the latest episode of The Frontline podcast www.ilga-europe.org/podcast/the-...
The Frontline: Protesting Italy’s surge in anti-LGBTI violence | ILGA-Europe
Over the past month, Italy has seen a wave of LGBTI-phobic violence. There have been no less than four hate-motivated attacks in the last four weeks, while hate messages have appeared on the doors of ...
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January 30, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Over the past month #Italy has seen a surge in anti-LGBTI violence—from brutal hate-motivated attacks to threatening messages defacing an #LGBTI centre. Italian activists talk with me about what's happening in the latest episode of The Frontline podcast www.ilga-europe.org/podcast/the-...
The new episode of our #podcast at ILGA-Europe explores a crucial question for the #LGBT activist movement at this time in the world. With those who seek to divide us gaining more & more power, how do we stay united for our goals? Take just half an hour to learn! www.ilga-europe.org/podcast/the-...
The Frontline: United in a Divided World | ILGA-Europe
How do we stay united in a polarised world? In this episode of our podcast we discover strategies and stories from LGBTI activists working to strengthen unity
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January 24, 2025 at 11:22 AM
The new episode of our #podcast at ILGA-Europe explores a crucial question for the #LGBT activist movement at this time in the world. With those who seek to divide us gaining more & more power, how do we stay united for our goals? Take just half an hour to learn! www.ilga-europe.org/podcast/the-...
Are you the right consultant to work with us to create a holistic three year #communications strategy? Applications by Jan 25!
We're #hiring a Communications Strategy Consultant! Help ILGA-Europe amplify #LGBTI voices, shape narratives, and build solidarity across Europe & Central Asia. Ready to make an impact? Find out more at www.ilga-europe.org/job-opportun...
Consultant(s) to create a communications strategy | ILGA-Europe
Are you ready to help shape the future of communication for one of the leading voices advocating for LGBTI rights in Europe and Central Asia? About ILGA-Europe ILGA-Europe is the European and Central ...
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January 8, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Are you the right consultant to work with us to create a holistic three year #communications strategy? Applications by Jan 25!
The new @ilgaeurope.bsky.social podcast looks at viral anti-LGBTI TikToks in #Romania, the rise of far-right presidential candidate, Calin #Georgescu and a nail-biting stand-off coming in Sunday’s final vote. What does this mean in Romania and for elections everywhere? shorturl.at/kM4lg
The Frontline: TikTok and the Political Earthquake in Romania | ILGA-Europe
Just under two weeks ago in the first round of Romania’s Presidential election, nobody saw the victory of far-right, Russia-leaning Calin Georgescu, who was barely on the radar of the polls. Then, las...
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December 5, 2024 at 9:42 AM
The new @ilgaeurope.bsky.social podcast looks at viral anti-LGBTI TikToks in #Romania, the rise of far-right presidential candidate, Calin #Georgescu and a nail-biting stand-off coming in Sunday’s final vote. What does this mean in Romania and for elections everywhere? shorturl.at/kM4lg
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One per day for 20 days, no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
#BookSky💙📚
#Books
#BookChallenge
#TalesOfTheCity
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#BookSky💙📚
#Books
#BookChallenge
#TalesOfTheCity
Day 1/20
November 21, 2024 at 3:11 PM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One per day for 20 days, no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
#BookSky💙📚
#Books
#BookChallenge
#TalesOfTheCity
Day 1/20
#BookSky💙📚
#Books
#BookChallenge
#TalesOfTheCity
Day 1/20
There was a great discussion during the @ilgaeurope.bsky.social Annual Conference about how to do #LGBT #activism at this critical time in the world. We decided to publish it as a podcast, so more activists can learn ways going forward www.ilga-europe.org/podcast/the-...
November 20, 2024 at 4:50 PM
There was a great discussion during the @ilgaeurope.bsky.social Annual Conference about how to do #LGBT #activism at this critical time in the world. We decided to publish it as a podcast, so more activists can learn ways going forward www.ilga-europe.org/podcast/the-...
Very sad news, not only did she leave behind her Cromwell masterpiece trilogy, but a huge body of work that should be rediscovered. May she rest in peace, and condolences to everyone who loved #HilaryMantel
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February 3, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Very sad news, not only did she leave behind her Cromwell masterpiece trilogy, but a huge body of work that should be rediscovered. May she rest in peace, and condolences to everyone who loved #HilaryMantel
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. #EuroPride2022 went ahead in #Belgrade after all and is being roundly declared a political victory by most of us in Europe. But really it the opposite.
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February 3, 2025 at 4:41 PM
. #EuroPride2022 went ahead in #Belgrade after all and is being roundly declared a political victory by most of us in Europe. But really it the opposite.
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The Serbian have done everything in their power until the very last minute to obstruct, to discourage, and to intimidate the organisers of #Belgrade Pride and #EuroPride2022
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February 3, 2025 at 4:41 PM
The Serbian have done everything in their power until the very last minute to obstruct, to discourage, and to intimidate the organisers of #Belgrade Pride and #EuroPride2022
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Freedom of assembly is a human right. When governments and police try to stamp it out, it is a red flag in a world where freedom and democracy are increasingly under threat. #EuroPride2022 must go ahead
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February 3, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Freedom of assembly is a human right. When governments and police try to stamp it out, it is a red flag in a world where freedom and democracy are increasingly under threat. #EuroPride2022 must go ahead
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Good to see forward dynamic this year on #RainbowEurope after such stagnation in 2021, but worrying to see countries that were once leaders on LGBTI rights sliding back, and #Romania and #Bulgaria slipping down towards lowest in #EU
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February 3, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Good to see forward dynamic this year on #RainbowEurope after such stagnation in 2021, but worrying to see countries that were once leaders on LGBTI rights sliding back, and #Romania and #Bulgaria slipping down towards lowest in #EU
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The good news from our #AnnualReview2022 is the allied determination to tackle anti #LGBTI hatred across #Europe, although the stories of attacks I've read during the process of producing this with my great team and all our country experts, are disturbing to say the least
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February 3, 2025 at 4:41 PM
The good news from our #AnnualReview2022 is the allied determination to tackle anti #LGBTI hatred across #Europe, although the stories of attacks I've read during the process of producing this with my great team and all our country experts, are disturbing to say the least
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February 3, 2025 at 4:40 PM
After reading the brilliant A Swim in a Pond in the Rain, I was delighted to find Story Club with George Saunders. Such a brilliant, generous #writing teacher
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Story Club with George Saunders | Substack
A place to explore the way the short story works. Click to read Story Club with George Saunders, a Substack publication with hundreds of thousands of subscribers.
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February 3, 2025 at 4:40 PM
After reading the brilliant A Swim in a Pond in the Rain, I was delighted to find Story Club with George Saunders. Such a brilliant, generous #writing teacher
georgesaunders.substack.com/?utm_medium=we…
georgesaunders.substack.com/?utm_medium=we…
February 3, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Contrary to Viktor Orban's claims that the anti-LGBTI legislative amendments his government introduced this year reflect the will of the people, support for LGBTI equality is steadfastly growing in #Hungary
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February 3, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Contrary to Viktor Orban's claims that the anti-LGBTI legislative amendments his government introduced this year reflect the will of the people, support for LGBTI equality is steadfastly growing in #Hungary
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