It took place at an ecumenical service involving Catholic and Protestant clergy to mark International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia.
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Ruling coalition “wants to destroy religion and turn people into animals”, says Polish opposition leader
In response, Prime Minister Donald Tusk accused Jarosław Kaczyński of using similar rhetoric to Putin.
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Bill banning LGBT parades submitted to Polish parliament
The legislative initiative has received over 200,000 supporting signatures and backing from parts of the church.
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Trans woman wins landmark ruling in Poland against employer who made her wear male uniform
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Poland’s oldest university becomes first to allow transgender students to register preferred name
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Polish village sues activist over “harmful and defamatory” LGBT-free zone signs
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New Polish cabinet: Kaczyński returns alongside education minister who likens LGBT to Nazism
The announcement ends months of tension within the ruling coalition.
European Commission raises concern over rule of law, media pluralism and LGBT rights in Poland
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Polish town votes to remain “free from LGBT ideology” and to consider 5G ban
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