28 January 2025
Bi+ Equal Survey Presentation: The experiences and needs of bi+ groups and activists in Europe
In this panel, the Bi+ Equal research team discussed the outcomes of the first large online survey among bi+ groups and activists in Europe. What are important and striking findings and what actions are wished for? They also discuss regional differences
How they mapped more than 200 bi+ groups and activists in Europe
- Which activities bi+ groups and activists do they and wish to do more
- Experiences and difficulties in collaborations with LGBTIQA+ organisations and allies.
- The really weak financial and human resources of bi+ groups, compared to LGBTIQA+ groups and its subpopulations in Europe
- The strong desire for, and attention to intersectionality by bi+ groups
- Reflections on the current status of the bi+ movement in Europe
- What and how could a Pan-European bi+ organisation contribute to?
- Recommendations to strengthen bi+ communities, improve collaborations, design and implement more bi+ inclusive policies, research and advocacy
Moderated by co -director of Bi+ Platform Nadja Arontschik (she/her)
Panelists
- Dr Jantine van Lisdonk (she/her)
- Dr Zeynab Peyghambarzadeh (They/them)
- Dr Christian Klesse (He/him)
- Hilde Vossen (She/they)
- Aida Marukyan (She/her)